The Roger Wenning's 2015 Annual Workshop farm will feature Dave Brandt and Jim Hoorman discussing a systematic approach to move from 1% to 5% soil organic matter.
The event is free, however registration is requested by August 5th for an accurate lunch count. For more information or to register by phone, please contact the Decatur Co SWCD 812-663-8685 x3.
AGENDA:
8:30 Check-in
9:00 Roger Wenning - On-farm Soil Health Trials Updates
9:30 Dave Brandt and Jim Hoorman - Moving from 1% to 5% Soil Organic Matter: A Systematic Approach
11:15 Ron Chamberlain (Gypsoil) - Initial Results: Gypsum and Phosphorus Run-off
11:30 Travis and Dusty Kohrman (CPS) and Nick Wenning - Role of Precision Ag in 4Rs of Nutrient Mgmt
11:45 Indiana Corn Marketing Council / Indiana Soybean Alliance Updates
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Breakout Sessions (3 - 30 minute sessions)
- Soil Pit
- Cover Crop Plot Walk - including the Brandt Cocktail mix
- Rain Simulator - improved infiltration with improved soil health
2:30 Final Q & A
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