WSU to co-host SoilCon24 in February
There's a lot of science behind the dirt used for farming. The science and best practices for soil management will be the focus at SoilCon24.
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PULLMAN — Washington State University will be assisting in hosting SoilCon this year, a free resource for agricultural professionals to learn science-based soil health information.
Attendees of SoilCon will engage with soil health experts from around the region, including researchers and farmers; participants will have the option of attending either in person or online.
Those interested in attending SoilCon24 are encouraged to watch an online presentation on Feb. 6 on the different types of soil health projects happening around the world.
SoilCon events include in-person and online sessions from Puyallup (Feb. 8, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.), Prosser (Feb. 13, noon to 5 p.m.), Mount Vernon (Feb. 15, 8 a.m. to noon) and Davenport (Feb. 20, 8 a.m. to noon).
For more information, or to register for SoilCon24, visit https://bit.ly/41ZMG3o.
SoilCon, hosted by the Washington Soil Health Initiative, is a partnership between WSU, the Washington State Department of Agriculture and the Washington State Conservation Commission.
SoilCon events schedule:
SoilCon: Global Perspectives
February 6 from 8-12 PST, online
Explore global soil health projects and innovations from experts worldwide.
SoilCon: Diversified Organic
February 8from 8-12 PST in Puyallup and online
Learn holistic farm management strategies specific to organic systems.
SoilCon: Irrigated Perennials
February 13 from 12-5 PST in Prosser and online
Navigate soil health complexities in vineyards and hop yards with the latest science.
SoilCon: NW Washington Annuals
February 15 from 8-12 PST in Mount Vernon and online
Discover strategies to enhance soil health in potato-based rotations in the unique maritime climate.
SoilCon: Dryland
February 20 from 8-12 PST in Davenport and online
Dive into soil health management in the inland PNW.