Managing Nutrients on Wisconsin Soils Workshop

Matt Ruark, Department of Soil Science

 The Department of Soil Science, with cooperation from UW-Extension, UWEX-Nutrient Management Team, and UWEX-Nutrient & Pest Management Program, is hosting the workshop “Managing Nutrients on Wisconsin Soils” on March 11^th and 12^th, 2009. The workshop is an intensive 2-day workshop covering the basic principles of soil fertility and nutrient management. It is designed for industry and agency personnel who have not had extensive training in soil fertility. It is also recommend to anyone who needs a refresher prior to taking the course on nutrient management planning. Topics covered include: N, P, and K cycling and management; secondary and micronutrient management; manure management; soil and water interactions; and tillage and nutrient interactions. Registration fees are $200/person. Attendees will receive a binder of all workshop presentation materials and can earn 13 CCA credits. The event will take place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Madison, WI. Please contact Matt Ruark (608-263-2889) for further information.