Soil Health and Nutrient Management for Spring Production
Thursday, March 21, 2024 · 9 am–1:30 pm
VSU Randolph Farm Pavilion, 4415 River Rd, Petersburg, VA 23803
VSU Nutrient Management Specialist Tammy Holler will discuss practices to help you increase your chances for success with spring crop production, including:
Nutrient management in spring crop production
The importance of soil sampling and understanding the results. If time permits, there will be a demonstration of the proper method of taking and preparing a soil sample for shipment.
Water management (irrigation) and using tensiometers to avoid under- or over-watering
Benefits of cover crops to soil erosion and fertility, as well as programs available to improve soil and water quality.
For more information, contact Derrick Cladd at 804-892-4489 or dcladd@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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