(Photo: Iowa Soybean Association / Joclyn Bushman)
Southeast Iowa: Innovation to Profit
Date & Time:
February 27, 2025 | 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location:
Dallmeyer Hall- Lower Level, Washington County Fairgrounds, 611 Hwy 1 South, Washington, IA 52353
Overview
Join the Iowa Soybean Association’s Research Center for Farming Innovation to discuss project outcomes in your area and how they impact farmer profitability.
Gain insight into area-specific research trial results, conservation benefits and cost-share opportunities.
| Agenda |
10 a.m. - Registration
10:20 a.m. - Welcome
10:30 a.m. - Relay Cropping: Environmental Outcomes and Managing Risk for Profit
Alex Schaffer, ISA sr. research agronomist
ISA has researched on-farm relay cropping in recent years. Learn more about 2024 results from ISA’s monthly field monitoring, soil and water quality projects, as well as ways to manage a relay crop system to mitigate agronomic risk and maximize profit.
11 a.m. - Additional Revenue and Savings from Conservation Practices
Matt Swanson, ISA conservation agronomist
Conservation practices can reduce input costs and generate revenue. Join ISA to discuss ideal conservation scenarios, cover crops, reduced tillage, soil health and organic matter.
11:40 a.m. - Lunch
12:30 p.m. - NIR Manure Sensor Based Application
Lucas De Bruin, ISA research agronomist
Exploration of manure application based on real-time fertility content, focusing on enabling more precise nutrient management. A conversation on the potential to reduce synthetic fertilizer inputs, increase crop yields and enhance water quality.
1 p.m. - Local Farmer Panel Examine their Experiences with ISA Research
Hear first-hand from local farmers about their experiences and outcomes from various ISA research trials.
1:45 p.m. - Benefits of Edge of Field Practices to Farmers
Brandon Iddings, ISA sr. conservation services manager
Managing the edge of your field can provide many benefits to your farm without sacrificing tillable land. The different edge of field practices, their value, and new opportunities in your area will be discussed along with potential funding and technical assistance options to implement these practices.
2:15 p.m. - Discussion
2:30 p.m. - Adjourn
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Location
Dallmeyer Hall- Lower Level, Washington County Fairgrounds
611 Hwy 1 South, Washington, IA 52353
CCA Credits Available
Looking to continue your education and expand your knowledge? There are 2.0 hours of Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) credits available for attending this event.
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For additional information or questions, contact Kennady Henry at khenry@iasoybeans.com.
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