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UTRCA Soil Health Tailgate Tour
October 25, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority for a Soil Health Tailgate Tour on October 25. This tour aims to highlight the importance of agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) including cover crops, temporary set asides, and rotational grazing for preserving and improving soil health, while increasing production and profitability for farmers. Attendees will visit two farms near St. Marys to chat with local farmers and conservation staff about their insights and first-hand experiences in implementing these BMPs for soil conservation, and hear updates on ongoing demonstration trials related to these practices.
Stop 1:
1430 Rd 132, St. Marys
Stop 2:
34089 Stonehouse Line, Granton
Participants will travel in their own vehicles to two stops. All activities will be outdoors, so dress appropriately. Snacks and beverages will be provided. There is no cost to attend this event.
For more information, contact Beth Wrona at wronab@thamesriver.on.ca
To register, visit https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=yiL0Q_jidkKaJqieJ4Tta5xJxsHbLtdOmXbHiXsJHJdUMEtKRUQwVjk1SURLODU3SjlXS1pBMlI4SS4u. There is no cost to attend this event.