This training series provides an introduction to the knowledge, skills, and abilities to plan, write, and certify Pasture and Hayland Planting (CPS 512). Additional training may be necessary.
CPS 512 Job Approval Authority Fact Sheet (link pending FOTG)
TTCP
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- 1. Knowledge of adapted forage plants for the ecological sites/forage suitability groups in the area of service.
Tech Talk: Pasture and Hay Planting - Species Selection
During this session Jeff Duchene, NRCS Grazing Specialist, covers:
Characteristics of common species that are planted for pasture in Minnesota
Advantages and disadvantages of the common forage species
Introduced cool season grasses, native warm season grasses, and legume options
- 2. Skill in planning the planting protocols and educating land users in the operation and maintenance for the practice/operation/site.
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Minnesota KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
Inventory and Evaluation (I&E) Planning Phase
Job Class I to III
- 1. Read and understand Conservation Practice Standard 512, Implementation Requirements (IR), and Statement of Work (SOW)
- CPS 512 Practice Standard, Implementation Requirements (IR), and Statement of Work (SOW) (link pending FOTG)
Tech Talk: Pasture and Hay Planting - Practice Standard
During this session Jeff Duchene, NRCS Grazing Specialist, discusses:
An overview of Conservation Practice Standard 512 Pasture and Hayland Planting
The differences between pasture and hayland plantings
A discussion of seedbed preparation, seeding methods, and companion crops as they relate to pasture and hayland plantings
Information on seed tags and how to calculate Pure Live Seed (PLS)
An overview of the 512 Seed Plan Development Tool
A demonstrated development of a seed plan
- 2. Read and understand information pertinent to pasture and hayland plantings in the Minnesota Agronomy Technical Note #31, Herbaceous Vegetation Establishment Guide
Introduction to Agronomy Tech Note #31
Agronomy Technical Note #31 (ATN31) is used as a guide for the establishment of native and introduced plantings of herbaceous vegetation for the following practices:
- Conservation Cover (327)
- Contour Buffer Strips (332)
- Critical Area Planting (342)
- Filter Strip (393)
- Forage and Biomass Planting (512)
- Cross Wind Trap Strips (598C)
- Restoration of Rare or Declining Natural Communities (643)
- Upland Wildlife Habitat Management (645)
Wetland Restoration (657)
This course is the first module in the series, and it provides an overview of Agronomy Tech Note 31 and an introduction to introduced, native, and invasive species.
This course is the second module in the ATN 31 series, and it describes the different methods for seedbed preparation and seeding and covers seeding equipment, seeder calibration, herbicide considerations, and planting dates. This course also discusses the concepts of Pure Live Seed (PLS) and Seeds Per Square Foot (seeds/sq. ft.).
Seeding Considerations and Evaluations
This course is the third module in the ATN 31 series, and it covers companion crops, temporary cover, weed control, and fertilizer and lime considerations. This course also outlines the procedures for completing stand evaluations.
- 3. Knowledge and understanding of introduced forage species
Tech Talk: Pasture and Hay Planting - Species Selection
During this session Jeff Duchene, NRCS Grazing Specialist, covers:
Characteristics of common species that are planted for pasture in Minnesota
Advantages and disadvantages of the common forage species
Introduced cool season grasses, native warm season grasses, and legume options
University of Minnesota - Forages
Information on variety selection, growing, harvest and storage, planting and pest management for forages in Minnesota
- 4. Knowledge of Web Soil Survey and/or Section II of FOTG to gather Forage Suitability Group information
Forage Suitability Groups (AgLearn)
This course introduces you to forage suitability groups (pasture states) and their reports. You will learn how to locate them, take a tour of an FSG report, learn about their purpose, see their role in conservation planning, and look at some of their main benefits.
Web Soil Survey Basics (MNC3)
This course will cover information to assist users of soils information with accessing and interpreting soils data and information produced by the National Cooperative Soil Survey including a review of the online interface.
- 5. Knowledge of Web Soil Survey to gather Soil Drainage Class information
Web Soil Survey Basics (MNC3)
This course will cover information to assist users of soils information with accessing and interpreting soils data and information produced by the National Cooperative Soil Survey including a review of the online interface.
Soil Properties and Interpretations: Module 13: Soil Moisture Regimes (AgLearn)
The Soil Properties and Interpretations training is designed for use in the states to train soil conservationists, soil properties engineers, soil scientists, technicians, and other specialists as a basic introduction to different soil properties, site properties, and interpretations. This training includes content and activities that provide participants ways they will use and apply soil survey information to their jobs.
- 6. Knowledge of Minnesota Seed Law
This session provides an overview of Minnesota's Seed law, one of the oldest consumer protection laws in Minnesota, which is in place to ensure a fair marketplace. The law requires certain content on seed labels so that the customer knows what they are buying. The Minnesota Seed Regulatory Program inspects seed labels and takes samples of seed lots at all sites where seed is produced, labeled, or available for sale. Samples are tested by the MN seed lab using American Official Seed Analysts (AOSA) rules and the result is compared to the label to see if they are truthful. Most of the MN seed industry follows these regulations and when there are issues the seed program works to help stakeholders achieve compliance.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has put together this presentation to help retailers understand the requirements for labeling and selling seed in Minnesota. It provides basic information that seed retailers should know regarding the Minnesota seed law, seed inventory management strategies, and seed label requirements. Please contact seed.mda@state.mn.us with any questions or if you would like further information.
- 7. Knowledge of Minnesota Noxious Weed Law
The Noxious Weed Law affects growing plants. Some plants are noxious because they can harm people, animals, the food we eat, and nature.
This is the official Minnesota noxious weed list. All species on the Minnesota noxious weed list include all hybrids, cultivars, and varieties unless specifically exempted.
Job Class IV and V
- 1. Knowledge and understanding of using native grasses and forbs as forage
Using Native Grasses for Livestock in the Eastern U.S.
Details of native grasses and the recommended species to use for various purposes, along with establishment challenges, grazing management practices, and ensuring sustainability of these grasses will be discussed. The presenter will address how native grasses can be used to add production to the warm season to complement typical cool-season grass-dominant pastures. Nutritional values of native grasses will be included in the presentation.
Tech Talk: Pasture and Hay Planting - Species Selection
During this session Jeff Duchene, NRCS Grazing Specialist, covers:
Characteristics of common species that are planted for pasture in Minnesota
Advantages and disadvantages of the common forage species
Introduced cool season grasses, native warm season grasses, and legume options
Design Phase
Job Class I to III
- 1. Ability to develop seed plans using the Pasture and Hay Planting Seed Tool available in section IV of the eFOTG
Tech Talk: Pasture and Hay Planting - Practice Standard
During this session Jeff Duchene, NRCS Grazing Specialist, discusses:
An overview of Conservation Practice Standard 512 Pasture and Hayland Planting
The differences between pasture and hayland plantings
A discussion of seedbed preparation, seeding methods, and companion crops as they relate to pasture and hayland plantings
Information on seed tags and how to calculate Pure Live Seed (PLS)
An overview of the 512 Seed Plan Development Tool
A demonstrated development of a seed plan
- 2. Ability to read soil tests and develop fertilizer recommendations
Tech Talk: Pasture and Hay Planting - Practice Standard
During this session Jeff Duchene, NRCS Grazing Specialist, discusses:
An overview of Conservation Practice Standard 512 Pasture and Hayland Planting
The differences between pasture and hayland plantings
A discussion of seedbed preparation, seeding methods, and companion crops as they relate to pasture and hayland plantings
Information on seed tags and how to calculate Pure Live Seed (PLS)
An overview of the 512 Seed Plan Development Tool
A demonstrated development of a seed plan
This course is the third module in the ATN 31 series, and it covers companion crops, temporary cover, weed control, and fertilizer and lime considerations. This course also outlines the procedures for completing stand evaluations.
- 3. Knowledge of site preparation methods common for geographic region
This course is the second module in the ATN 31 series, and it describes the different methods for seedbed preparation and seeding and covers seeding equipment, seeder calibration, herbicide considerations, and planting dates. This course also discusses the concepts of Pure Live Seed (PLS) and Seeds Per Square Foot (seeds/sq. ft.).
- Seedbed Prep and Seeding Installation
- Considerations for seedbed preparation and seeding installation. Sixth installment in a series of plant material webinars developed for improving seeding in the intermountain west. The webinar series are meant to be used as a unit; information may be referenced between webinars.
Preparing Land for Seeding Native Grasses and Plants
Preparing the seedbed correctly will increase the likelihood of seed germination and a successful planting. The equipment to achieve the best seedbed and pictures showing the difference between a good and bad seedbed will be covered.
Warm Season Grasses (1 of 5) - Site Preparation
Step 1 of 5 on planting and managing native warm season grasses.
- 4. Knowledge of planting dates for plant species used
This course is the second module in the ATN 31 series, and it describes the different methods for seedbed preparation and seeding and covers seeding equipment, seeder calibration, herbicide considerations, and planting dates. This course also discusses the concepts of Pure Live Seed (PLS) and Seeds Per Square Foot (seeds/sq. ft.).
Introduction to Agronomy Tech Note #31
Agronomy Technical Note #31 (ATN31) is used as a guide for the establishment of native and introduced plantings of herbaceous vegetation for the following practices:
- Conservation Cover (327)
- Contour Buffer Strips (332)
- Critical Area Planting (342)
- Filter Strip (393)
- Forage and Biomass Planting (512)
- Cross Wind Trap Strips (598C)
- Restoration of Rare or Declining Natural Communities (643)
- Upland Wildlife Habitat Management (645)
Wetland Restoration (657)
This course is the first module in the series, and it provides an overview of Agronomy Tech Note 31 and an introduction to introduced, native, and invasive species.
- 5. Knowledge of planting methods and equipment
This course is the second module in the ATN 31 series, and it describes the different methods for seedbed preparation and seeding and covers seeding equipment, seeder calibration, herbicide considerations, and planting dates. This course also discusses the concepts of Pure Live Seed (PLS) and Seeds Per Square Foot (seeds/sq. ft.).
Calibrating a Seed Drill for Native Grass Seed
Native Warm Season Grass Drill Calibration
Jake Watson, USDA NRCS and Michael McCord discuss how to calibrate a drill for Native Warm Season Grasses.
- 6. Knowledge of plant functional groups (cool season grasses, warm season grasses, legumes, forbs)
Introduction to Agronomy Tech Note #31
Agronomy Technical Note #31 (ATN31) is used as a guide for the establishment of native and introduced plantings of herbaceous vegetation for the following practices:
- Conservation Cover (327)
- Contour Buffer Strips (332)
- Critical Area Planting (342)
- Filter Strip (393)
- Forage and Biomass Planting (512)
- Cross Wind Trap Strips (598C)
- Restoration of Rare or Declining Natural Communities (643)
- Upland Wildlife Habitat Management (645)
Wetland Restoration (657)
This course is the first module in the series, and it provides an overview of Agronomy Tech Note 31 and an introduction to introduced, native, and invasive species.
- 7. Knowledge of appropriate plant species (refer to the 512-Pasture and Hayland Planting section of Minnesota Agronomy Technical Note 31: Herbaceous Vegetation Establishment Guide)
Tech Talk: Pasture and Hay Planting - Species Selection
During this session Jeff Duchene, NRCS Grazing Specialist, covers:
Characteristics of common species that are planted for pasture in Minnesota
Advantages and disadvantages of the common forage species
Introduced cool season grasses, native warm season grasses, and legume options
University of Minnesota - Forages
Information on variety selection, growing, harvest and storage, planting and pest management for forages in Minnesota
- 8. Knowledge of soil drainage classes and ability to choose species based on soil drainage classes found within the seeding area
Soil Drainage Class - Moisture Table
Information pertaining to NRCS soil moisture descriptions compared to seed vendors.
- 9. Knowledge of operation and maintenance of vegetative establishment
University of Minnesota - Forages
Information on variety selection, growing, harvest and storage, planting and pest management for forages in Minnesota
Job Class IV
- 1. Skills and ability to develop seeding plans using native grasses
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Job Class IV
- 1. Skills and ability to develop seeding plans using native grasses and forbs
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Installation and Certification Phase
Job Class I to V
- 1. Ability to read seed tags
This course is the second module in the ATN 31 series, and it describes the different methods for seedbed preparation and seeding and covers seeding equipment, seeder calibration, herbicide considerations, and planting dates. This course also discusses the concepts of Pure Live Seed (PLS) and Seeds Per Square Foot (seeds/sq. ft.).
- 2. Ability to calculate pure live seed
This course is the second module in the ATN 31 series, and it describes the different methods for seedbed preparation and seeding and covers seeding equipment, seeder calibration, herbicide considerations, and planting dates. This course also discusses the concepts of Pure Live Seed (PLS) and Seeds Per Square Foot (seeds/sq. ft.).
- 3. Ability to ensure that the species planted meet the seeding plan and soil drainage classes present within the seeding area. Refer to 512-Pasture and Hayland Planting information in Minnesota Agronomy Technical Note 31Agronomy Technical Note #31
Soil Drainage Class - Moisture Table
Information pertaining to NRCS soil moisture descriptions compared to seed vendors.
- 4. Ability to successfully complete the “Seeding Checkout” form found in the Pasture and Hay Seed Planting Tool found in section IV of the eFOTG
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- 5. Skills in seed, seedling and plant identification of common plant and weed species
Photo identification guide to common forb species.
A Field Guide and Key to 15 Grass Seedlings
Information on plant characteristics and a dichotomous key for identification.
Information on plant characteristics and identification for common species.
- 6. Ability to determine if a seeding is established based on Minnesota Agronomy Technical Note 17: Guidelines for Herbaceous Stand Evaluations
Seeding Considerations and Evaluations
This course is the third module in the ATN 31 series, and it covers companion crops, temporary cover, weed control, and fertilizer and lime considerations. This course also outlines the procedures for completing stand evaluations.
Tech Talk: Vegetative and CRP Stand Evaluation
Laurie Svien and Jim Fritz review the use of Agronomy Tech Note 17 and CRP Note 125 in vegetative and CRP stand evaluations.