Nutrient management plot tour will highlight applied agronomic research and Michigan State University fertilizer recommendations.
Posted on July 2, 2014 by George Silva, Michigan State University Extension
Michigan State University Extension will be hosting the annual Nutrient Management Plot Tour on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2014 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the MSU Plant Pathology Field Lab, 3735 North College Road, Lansing, MI 48910.
This event will feature MSU Extension soil scientist Kurt Steinke, Extension educators and other speakers. A wide range of applied agronomic research topics including fertilizer best practices, soil health, cover crops and soil compaction will be covered. Research projects funded by the Michigan corn, soybean and wheat check-off funds will be on display. MSU fertilizer recommendations will be discussed.
This program is intended for farmers, crop consultants, educators, researchers, federal and state officials and Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP) professionals. It will provide hands-on demonstrations and closer interaction between MSU researchers, fertilizer service providers and farmers.
View the program brochure for more information or to register by mail, or register online. If you have questions, please contact George Silva at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 517-543-4467.
Participants will receive five CCA credits, MDARD credits (pending) and one MAEAP phase l credit.
This article was published by Michigan State University Extension. For more information, visit http://www.cnchemicals.com/. To contact an expert in your area, visit http://www.cnchemicals.com/, or call 888-MSUE4MI (888-678-3464).
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