Join Dr. Liptzin as he discusses the national initiative led by the Soil Health Institute to identify essential soil measurements for improving soil health. This session will provide practical recommendations for farmers to assess and manage their soil health effectively. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into soil health management and its importance for sustainable farming.
Event Details
Moderated by a Penn State Extension field and forage crops educator, this one-hour webinar will feature a guest speaker from the Soil Health Institute.
About the Series: The "Making Cover Crops Pay" series offers practical insights for cash grain and horticultural operations utilizing field-scale cover crop systems. This year's series will teach participants how to maximize the value of cover crops by enhancing soil biology, alleviating soil compaction, sequestering carbon, and more. Each session will include a brief Q&A and discussion period, allowing participants to share challenges and explore solutions collaboratively.
Who is this for?
- Field and forage crop producers
- Crop consultants
- Agricultural conservation agency staff
What will you learn?
- Key indicators to monitor for soil health
- The Soil Health Institute's efforts to determine the most useful indicators
- The top indicators farmers can track to make a real impact on soil health