MORRIS, Minn. — Calling all women in agriculture who want to learn about soils and innovative soil solutions. University of Minnesota Extension Women in Ag Network is hosting the Thriving Roots Field Day on Sept. 8, 2023, at the U of M West Central Research and Outreach Center, 46352 Hwy 329, in Morris, Minn.

The event is designed specifically for women who are passionate about farm productivity through healthy soil and who want to bring ideas back to the farm. Learn to unlock the secrets of soil health and empower ourselves to make informed decisions about sustainable soil management practices. 

This Extension Women in Ag Network event will be from 8:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, September 8. For details and to register go to: z.umn.edu/Sept8. 

Various Extension educators, soil specialists and topic experts will offer hands-on sessions throughout the day at the Research and Outreach Center on topics including tillage in different soil conditions; cover crop roots and their effects on soil; planting green information about cereal rye crops; methods to reduce soil erosion; and the economics of cover crops. 

This Extension Women in Ag Network Thriving Roots Field Day will be held outdoors and under a tent. Wear your walking shoes and bring your hat or sunscreen. A complimentary lunch and beverages will be provided. Ample informal and structured networking time will be built into the day so that participants can connect with others who are making innovations in soil health. 

“We’re excited to offer women in agriculture an opportunity to explore the latest research and strategies on soil health and crop productivity,” said Jodi DeJong-Hughes, event organizer. 

This event is free thanks to generous sponsors of Grant and Swift County SWCDs, AgCountry, Minnesota Corn Growers, Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council, North Central Region SARE, and Saddlebutte Ag. 

For questions please contact: Jodi DeJong-Hughes, [email protected], 320-815-4112 

— University of Minnesota Extension