Join us January 25, 8 AM - 12:30 PM for our 2nd Minnesota Soil Health Coalition Annual Meeting! This is a virtual event. Thanks to our sponsors for making this a free event! Come meet your board members, hear about carbon markets, biologicals and the 2022 plans for the Coalition. Speakers Jodi DeJong-Hughes Jodi has […]
January 25, 2022Â | 11:00 am CT FREE to all registrants! Cation exchange capacity (CEC) is a basic soil concept that plays a significant role in nutrient management. Soils naturally carry a net negative charge that holds cations in an exchangeable form. In general, as clay and organic matter contents increase, so does the […]
Every operation on agricultural fields has the risk to cause compaction and drag down your yields and profit.  Making each pass work for you is essential for maximizing your crop productivity year after year. Join us at the Northern Soil Compaction Conference on January 26-27, 2022 for the latest in technical advice for alleviating your current […]
The NPSAS Food & Farming Conference is known for networking among farmers, farmer-led workshops, and an annual membership meeting. About this event A robust lineup of speakers and topics is in the works for Northern Plains Sustainable Ag’s 2022 winter conference, Jan. 27-29. We are thrilled that we can plan to gather again at the […]
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has emphasized USDA’s commitment to partnering with producers, land managers and rural communities to deliver climate solutions through voluntary, incentive-based approaches that strengthen rural America. On Monday, February 7, Secretary Vilsack will provide an update on USDA’s plan to support climate-smart commodities while expanding market opportunities during an event at Lincoln University […]
2022 CLASIC I90_Hwy14 Tour The Crop, Livestock, and Soil Innovation Conferences (CLASIC) provide a unique opportunity for those in the agriculture industry to network on the latest trends and innovations. CLASIC is made up of two tours, traveling along Interstate 90 and Highway 14, consisting of fours stops each that brings both expert keynote speakers […]
Hokah Feb. 8th Flyer Join the Root River Soil & Water Conservation District for this FREE soil health workshop! This event is part of the I-90 Soil Health Tour with stops in: Hokah (Tues, 2/8) Fairmont (Thurs, 2/10) Albert Lea (Wed, 2/9) Heron Lake (Fri, 2/11) FOR MORE INFORMATION call Root River SWCD 507-724-5261 ext.3 […]
Albert Lea Feb. 9th Flyer Join the Freeborn Area Soil Health Team for this FREE soil health workshop! Come learn about soil health practices farmers can implement on their land to benefit the soil, environment, crop yield, and more! Bring this flyer with you to the event to be entered in to win a […]
One of the major challenges for the 2022 crop season is the higher cost and limited availability of commercial fertilizers. Many producers are looking at new and different ways to feed their crops while managing input costs, including the role of soil biology in managing fertility. To learn more about the practical links between soil […]
Fairmont Feb 10th Flyer Traveling along Interstate 90, the tour consists of 4 stops that bring both expert keynote speakers and local farmers for a convenient way to learn how soil health practices such as reducing tillage, using cover crops, and implementing diversity in the system helps cut soil fertility needs. Speakers Mitchell Hora […]
