Please join us for the 300th episode of the Iowa Learning Farms Conservation Webinar Series at noon CST, Wednesday, Feb. 28, featuring Rick Cruse, professor of agronomy and director of the Iowa Water Center at Iowa State University. Cruse was raised on a farm in Northeast Iowa and has been engaged with Iowa farmers while working at Iowa State University for over 40 years. His research, teaching and extension efforts address management impacts on soil erosion, water and crop production.
In the webinar, “Soil Conservation and Water Management – the Keys to Improving Climate Resilience,” Cruse will discuss current climate and agricultural practices as well as highlighting factors and practices which affect agricultural climate resilience. He will focus on the importance of water and water management and discuss actions including draining excess water, capitalizing on water sourced from shallow groundwater and maximizing water infiltration and storage through improving soil health.
“Water and water management are the most fundamental components of climate-resilient farm plans,” said Cruse. “We are eager to help Midwest farmers gain a better understanding of the underutilized water resources that they may already have, and how those resources can substantially improve their climate resilience.”
Webinar participants are encouraged to ask questions of the presenters. People from all backgrounds and areas of interest are encouraged to join.
This episode marks the 300th in the ILF Conservation Webinar Series since 2011. These weekly webinars consistently draw live audiences exceeding 100 participants, offering insights on a broad range of topic areas as well as opportunities to ask questions of the presenters. The webinar series has logged more than 75,000 live and archival views to date.
Webinar Access Instructions
To participate in the live webinar, shortly before noon CST Feb. 28:
Click this URL, or type this web address into your internet browser: https://iastate.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xtAwWXycQZW8iwtNLz34GA#/registration
Or, go to https://iastate.zoom.us/join and enter webinar ID: 999 3709 5398
Or join from a dial-in phone line:
Dial: +1 646 876 9923
Meeting ID: 999 3709 5398
The webinar will also be recorded and archived on the ILF website, so that it can be watched at any time. Archived webinars are available at https://www.iowalearningfarms.org/webinars For a list of upcoming webinars visit https://www.iowalearningfarms.org/events-1
A Certified Crop Adviser board-approved continuing education unit (CEU) has been applied for. Those who participate in the live webinar are eligible. Information about how to apply to receive the credit will be provided at the end of the live webinar.
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