Conservation and Production Conference
The World Beneath Your Feet
Join our Team of Presenters and Panelists for this comprehensive training event!
Presentation Topics will include:
- Fundamentals of Good Soil Management
- Irrigation and Drainage Management on the Farm
- Crop Rotation Scenarios Explored
- The Highs and Lows of High Tunnel Production
- Setting the Table for Climate-Smart Food: 2024 and Beyond
Arrive at 8:30am to sign in and meet with other farmers. Workshop begins promptly at 9:00. A FREE Lunch will be served!
LOCATION:
The Up in Farms Training Center
2093 Lakeland Dr, Jackson, MS 39216
Event is sponsored by a USDA NRCS grant. USDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Provider, and Lender
FAQ
- How is this event free?
This workshop has been funded through a grant to Up in Farms through the Natural Resource Conservation Service within USDA. - I’m a beginning farmer. Is it okay if I attend?
The workshops are designed for farmers at all levels of experience. - Will someone be there to help my farm if I need additional assistance?
Yes! Staff from Up in Farms and NRCS are available to provide you free farm visitations and technical assistance.
Can’t make it in person? Sign up below to watch the event online!
Location
Hourly Schedule
Agenda
- 8:30am - 9:00am
- Sign In
- Sign in and enjoy coffee with fellow farmers and presenters.
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Speakers:
David Watkins, Delaney Johnson, Dex Hewes, Jeff Wilson, Lee Jones, Reginald Liddell
- 9:00am - 10:30am
- Fundamentals of Good Soil Management
- This presentation will cover key aspects of the living soil and how to manage it for better sustainability, production, and economics.
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Speakers:
Delaney Johnson
- 10:30am - 12:00pm
- Irrigation and Drainage Management on the Farm
- This presentation tackles why and how to execute a well-planned irrigation program on the farm.
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Speakers:
Dex Hewes
- 12:00pm - 12:30pm
- LUNCH
- We will provide a free, casual lunch for attendees.
- 12:30pm - 2:00pm
- Crop Rotation Scenarios Explored
- The presentation will discuss the purpose and planning of crop rotations including a deep-dive into practical rotation scenarios and how to use rotations for preventive pest management.
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Speakers:
David Watkins
- 2:00pm - 3:30pm
- The Highs and Lows of High Tunnel Production
- This presentation will discuss the planning, installation, operation, and crop selection for high tunnels.
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Speakers:
David Watkins, Delaney Johnson, Dex Hewes, Jeff Wilson, Lee Jones, Reginald Liddell
- 3:30pm - 4:00pm
- Setting the Table for Climate-Smart Food
- This presentation will introduce the objectives and timelines for Up in Farms' new USDA program commencing in spring of 2024.
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Speakers:
David Watkins, Delaney Johnson
- 4:00pm - 4:30pm
- Q&A and Closing Thoughts
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Speakers:
David Watkins, Delaney Johnson, Dex Hewes, Jeff Wilson, Lee Jones, Reginald Liddell
Organizer
Up in Farms
This event is hosted by Up in Farms and its partner organizations.
Sponsor
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USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS)
Speakers
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Delaney JohnsonSoil and Conservation Science Director, Up in Farms
Mr. Johnson joined Up in Farms after a prestigious 30+ year career at USDA NRCS, including a 12-year term as the State Soil Scientist for Mississippi. Mr. Johnson’s experience in both soil science and conservation make him an indispensable fount of knowledge for technical support and training for our farming community.
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Jeff WilsonNatural Resource Specialist
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