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SUMMARY:Webinar: Vegetation Specification Suite - Decision Support Tools for Conservation Plantings
DESCRIPTION:The Vegetation Specification Suite includes Decision Support Tools for conservation plantings\, estimated cover crop economics\, seeding rates\, and more. The webinar will begin with an overview of the suite purpose and background. A brief introduction to each tool and the data used to develop them will follow. The webinar will close with a live demonstration and walk-through of one particular tool\, VegSpec\, used for selecting species and creating seed mixes for NRCS conservation planting practices. \nFamiliarize participants with the Vegetation Specification Suite website\, individual decision support tools\, and data sources\, and introduce VegSpec. \nPresenters: \n\nJohn Englert\, USDA-NRCS\, National Program Leader-Plant Materials\nHeather Dial\, USDA-NRCS\, West Region Plant Materials Specialist\nKarl Anderson\, USDA-NRCS\, Natural Resources Specialist\n\nRelated Web Links:\nVegetation Specification SuiteVegetation Specification Suite\, developed through a partnership between the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service\, Agricultural Research Service\, and North Carolina State University. The suite includes Decision Support Tools (DSTs) for conservation plantings\, estimated cover crop economics\, seeding rates\, and more. These tools are grounded in decades of data to help make the best possible choices for your location\, goals\, constraints\, and available budget.
URL:https://gocovercrop.info/event/webinar-vegetation-specification-suite-decision-support-tools-for-conservation-plantings/
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SUMMARY:Regenerating the Land\, Plymouth\, IN
DESCRIPTION:The Hoosier Environmental Council and Ancilla Beef and Grain are hosting a one-day workshop on sustainable farming practices Tuesday\, August 25\, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center on the campus of Marian University\, Plymouth (9601 Union Rd\, Plymouth\, IN 46563). \nThe event is open to all\, but it is especially aimed at farmers\, landowners\, and farm workers interested in exploring ways to adopt more sustainable agriculture practices\, whether on a small or large scale. \nTopics will cover:\n• regenerative\, no-till\, organic farming practices\n• contracts and lease agreements\n• USDA and NRCS programs to improve soil health\n• other ways to become more sustainable and resilient farming operations \nThe workshop also includes a tour of operations at Ancilla Beef and Grain\, with time for Q&A and networking.  If you’re seeking guidance on shifting toward regenerative and sustainable farming\, want to connect with others taking similar steps\, or are eager to learn more about this topic\, don’t miss this event! Students and interested non-farmers are also welcome. \nTickets cost $50 and include a light breakfast and lunch. \nRegister at: www.hecweb.org/regenerating-the-land-2026/
URL:https://gocovercrop.info/event/regenerating-the-land-plymouth-in/
LOCATION:Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center\, 9601 Union Rd\, Plymouth\, IN\, 46563\, United States
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SUMMARY:MI Water Quality Mgmt Forum & Field Showcase\, Hickory Corners\, MI
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required to attend.  Please scan the code to secure your spot.  https://pears.io/events/msuext/9285/\nFor more details\, contact: Sarah Zeiler\nEmail: szeiler@msu.edu \nWhat you’ll learn:\n➢    Why nutrient reduction in agricultural runoff matter for Michigan’s water quality\n➢    Principles of soil erosion and nutrient transport from agricultural fields\n➢    Fundamentals of soil health\, soil carbon\, and their role in sustainable crop production\n➢    Edge of field water quality monitoring in agricultural landscapes\n➢    Regenerative agriculture to reduce nutrient and sediment as well as improve soil health\n➢    Hands-on demonstration of a rainfall simulator\, automated water sampling system\, phosphorus filter\, and conservation practices in a corn-soybean system \nMichigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race\, color\, national origin\, gender\, gender identity\, religion\, age\, height\, weight\, disability\, political beliefs\, sexual orientation\, marital status\, family status or veteran status. Issued in furtherance of MSU Extension work\, acts of May 8 and June 30\, 1914\, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Quentin Tyler\, Director\, MSU Extension\, East Lansing\, MI 48824. This information is for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned.\nSee Complete Flyer with details
URL:https://gocovercrop.info/event/mi-water-quality-mgmt-forum-field-showcase-hickory-corners-mi/
LOCATION:Kellogg Biological Station-Michigan State University\, 3700 E Gull Lake Dr\, Hickory Corners\, IN\, 49060\, United States
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