Understanding Soil Fertility and Biology for Production and Conservation

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

1. How is this event free?
   This workshop has been funded through a USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service Cooperative Agreement within Up in Farms.
2. I’m a beginning farmer. Is it okay if I attend?
   The workshops are designed for farmers at all levels of experience.
3. 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.