Michigan Land Improvement Contractors Association and Michigan State University Extension are hosting their first free Farm Drainage Field Day in Lenawee County Sept. 12–13, 2019, at 8815 Samaria Rd, Riga MI 49276. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both days, and lunch will be provided.
The ESDWC welcomes presentations on a variety of topics including but not limited to: Watershed Science and Management Non-Point Source Pollution Management State and Regional Water Quality Monitoring Programs Water Quality Modeling Agricultural and Urban Best Management Practices Wetland Science and Management Invasive and Nuisance Aquatic Species Harmful Algal Blooms Fisheries Science and Management Groundwater Read more about A Changing Landscape[…]
This field day will explore the watershed connections between agriculture, conservation, water quality, and wildlife habitat. Featuring: Farmer panel on cover crops and conservation tillage Electro fishing demonstration and habitat discussion Stream table and aquatic insect presentation
Please RSVP to Jeanne Hansen 507.451.0073 [email protected]
Gary Sands and Lindsay Pease, University of Minnesota Extension Matt Helmers, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach John McMaine, South Dakota State University Extension Chris Hay, Iowa Soybean Association
Registration can also be done by contacting the ISU Extension and Outreach Webster County office at 515-576-2119, or [email protected]. Registration is $150 and includes morning refreshments, lunch and workshop materials. Registration cost increases to $175 if done after Dec. 13.