University of Minnesota Extension invites you to a free field day at the Sand Plain Research Farm (SPRF) in Big Lake on Thursday, August 10th from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The field day will highlight U of M research on advanced irrigation and nutrient management practices, and includes a complimentary dinner.
Many parts of Minnesota are currently facing drought conditions, and others are facing unusually dry conditions. This is our state's third year in a row of dry conditions, with almost no rain since early spring. In dry seasons when crop water demands are high, like the one we are experiencing right now, water availability for irrigation could be an issue later in the season. Using irrigation scheduling tools and advanced irrigation management practices, such as precision irrigation, can benefit the environment and improve farm profitability.
Different irrigation and nutrient management related topics will be covered including precision irrigation and nitrogen management in corn and potatoes, soil moisture sensing technology for irrigation scheduling, and enhanced efficiency fertilizers.
Registration
RSVPs are requested and can be found at z.umn.edu/IrrigationRegistration
Cost
Free to attend
Location
The farm is next to Knife River Corporation, which is located at 16491 157th St SE, Big Lake, MN 55309. Extension event signs will direct you to the field day.
Schedule
4:00 - 4:15 pm: Welcome and registration
4:15 - 4:35 pm: Vasudha Sharma - Reduced irrigation management strategies for corn production in Central Sands
4:35- 4:55 pm: Vasudha Sharma and Yuxin Miao - Precision irrigation and nitrogen management strategies in continuous corn for improved water and nitrogen use efficiencies
Source: umn.edu
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Categories: Minnesota, Crops