Irrigators Clinic
The annual Irrigators Clinic will be focused on a variety of irrigation topics, including research, nitrogen fertilizer management, conservation economics, crop response to temperature and water, soil moisture sensors, and a local farmer perspective.
The topics presented will be geared towards landowners who have irrigators or are looking at implementing irrigation water management.
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The Clinic will be held on Monday, March 6, 2023, at the Greenwald Pub from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The cost to attend is $10, however the registration fee includes lunch, refreshments, and a full day of quality content. Registration at the door increases to $20, if not pre-registered.
Registration deadline is February 27, 2023, and can be completed via online with the link below. Payment accepted is credit card or check.
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This event is organized by Pope, Stearns, Kandiyohi, Swift, and Douglas Soil and Water Conservation Districts and the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA).
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Sponsoring the event includes: MN Ag Water Quality Certification Program, Citizens Alliance Bank, EarthScout, Nutrien Ag Solutions, West Central Irrigation, Inc., Bonanza Valley State Bank, Pro-Ag Farmers Cooperative, Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company, Belgrade Coop Association, NutraDrip Irrigation Systems, Grand Irrigation, Inc., and Cold Spring Coop.
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This update will provide CEUs for Certified Crop Advisors (approval pending).
Event Information ​
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Date
Monday, March 6, 2023​
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Time
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Central time
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Location
Greenwald Pub
310 1st Ave N, Greenwald, MN 56335
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Cost
$10 (includes lunch & refreshments). Registration at the door - $20.
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Checks can be sent to:
Payable to:
Stearns SWCD
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Mail to: (when sending through mail allow for at least 3 or more days for it to arrive to the office)
Attn: Sharyn
Stearns SWCD
110 2nd St. S., Suite 128
Waite Park, MN 56387
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Registration
Required by February 27, 2023, via online payment or check. Link available below.
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Topics
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Managing Nitrogen for Corn Production in Irrigated Sands
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Irrigation Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) to Implement Innovative Irrigation Practices
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Local Perspective on Cropland Irrigation Practices
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Lessons Learned from Irrigation Management Research in Minnesota
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Soil Moisture Sensors for Irrigation Systems
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Crop Response to Extreme Temperature and Water
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Conservation Economics on Minnesota Farms
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Contact
Stearns County SWCD
320-251-7800 ext.3
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