Date

Apr 13 2024

Expired!

Time

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Workshop

Understanding Soil Fertility and Biology for Production and Conservation

Name: Understanding Soil Fertility and Biology for Production and Conservation
Start: 2024-04-13
End: 2024-04-13
Location: Up in Farms Training Center

Learn how to manage the fertility of your soil and the organic matter within it.

Topics will include:

the fundamentals of soil biology, fertility, and pH
managing the nutrients in your soil
cultivating organic matter over time
real-life farm scenarios
the cost of managing your soil organic matter — and the cost of NOT managing it
how to employ specific NRCS-approved conservation practices to improve your soil and enhance production

Arrive at 7:30am to sign in and meet with other farmers. Workshop begins promptly at 8:00am.

LOCATION:

The Up in Farms Training Center

2093 Lakeland Drive, 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 USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service Cooperative Agreement within Up in Farms.
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.

Location

Up in Farms Training Center

2093 Lakeland Dr, Jackson, MS 39216

Hourly Schedule

Agenda

7:30am - 8:00am
Sign In
Sign in and meet fellow farmers and presenters.

8:00am - 9:30am
Fundamentals of Soil Biology, Fertility and pH

Speakers: Delaney Johnson

9:30am - 11:00am
Managing Nutrients and Organic Matter

Speakers: Delaney Johnson

11:00am - 12:00pm
Technical Assistance and On-Farm Examples

Speakers: David Watkins, Delaney Johnson

Delaney Johnson

Soil 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.

David Watkins

CEO, Up in Farms

David is the Founder and CEO of Up in Farms. He brings his background in media production, project management and teaching into the heart of the organization. He was designated USDA Value Chain Coordinator and became a certified auditor USDA's GroupGAP program.

Labels

Up in Farms - NRCS Workshop

Organizer

Up in Farms

Email

[email protected]

This event is hosted by Up in Farms and its partner organizations.

Speakers

Delaney Johnson Soil and Conservation Science Director, Up in Farms

Delaney Johnson

Soil 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.
Dex Hewes Farm Technology Specialist, Up in Farms

Dex Hewes

Farm Technology Specialist, Up in Farms

Dex recently completed training in a master irrigation program and provides technical assistance in irrigation for small farms. Additionally, Dex has training in drone services specifically for mapping farm plots.
David Watkins CEO, Up in Farms

David Watkins

CEO, Up in Farms

David is the Founder and CEO of Up in Farms. He brings his background in media production, project management and teaching into the heart of the organization. He was designated USDA Value Chain Coordinator and became a certified auditor USDA’s GroupGAP program.