Preparation for a Successful Growing Season
Thursday, March 16, 2023 · 10 am–noon
Staunton River Memorial Library, 500 Washington Street, Altavista, VA
The soil is your farm’s most precious natural resource. Soil testing is the first step to unlocking your soil’s full potential. Tammy Holler, Nutrient Management Specialist with the Small Farm Outreach Program, will discuss the importance of having soil testing done to determine the necessary amendments needed for a successful growing season. She will discuss reading and understanding the test results and what steps are needed in order to improve your soil and have a productive yield.
Space is limited to 12 participants.
For more information, contact Leonard Elam at 804-894-3095 or lelam@vsu.edu, or Tammy Holler at 804-229-2730, or tholler@vsu.edu.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Small Farm Outreach Program office at smallfarm@vsu.edu or call (804) 524-3292 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.
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