Jan 16, 2024WSU to co-host SoilCon24 in February
Washington State University will co-host a series of events across the state in February to advance soil health practices and knowledge. SoilCon, now in its fourth year, is a free resource for agricultural professionals to learn science-based soil health information.
People interested in attending one of this year’s in person events are encouraged to watch an online presentation Feb. 6 on the different types of soil health projects taking place worldwide.
SoilCon participants will engage with regional soil health experts, both researchers and farmers. Attendees will also have the option to choose between attending events online or in person.
The in-person events will offer regionally-specific soil health insights from experts and allow attendees a chance to connect with a community dedicated to improving soil health.
SoilCon events
Feb. 6
SoilCon: Global Perspectives will be held 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. PST, online and will explore global soil health projects and innovations from experts worldwide.
Feb. 8
SoilCon: Diversified Organic will be held from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. PST in Puyallup and online. This session will focus on holistic farm management strategies specific to organic systems.
Feb. 13
SoilCon: Irrigated Perennials will run from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. PST in Prosser and online. This session will address how to navigate soil health complexities in vineyards and hop yards with the latest science.
Feb. 15
SoilCon: NW Washington Annuals will be held from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. PST in Mount Vernon and online. Discover strategies to enhance soil health in potato-based rotations in the unique maritime climate.
Feb. 20
SoilCon: Dryland dives into soil health management in the inland PNW. This event will run from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. PST in Davenport and online.
For more information and to register, visit SoilCon website. SoilCon is hosted by the Washington Soil Health Initiative, a partnership between Washington State University, the Washington State Department of Agriculture and the Washington State Conservation Commission.
