Events

MICHIGAN CHAPTER Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS)

SUSTAINABLE INTENSIFICATION OF THE
RURAL LANDSCAPE:

Protecting Soil Health, Water Quality
and Farm Profitability

Michigan’s physical geography consists of diverse landscapes surrounded by the Great Lakes. These landscapes include complex rural, urban, and riparian environmental systems integrating a multitude of land uses; all supported by soil and its complex physical, chemical, and biological components. Management of these soils involves both supporting human needs for production and the environmental needs to support and protect the ecosystem. Many agricultural producers seek to manage their systems guided by agroecological principles whereby soil health and ecological services accumulate in mutually supportive ways. They are actively involved in devising, testing, and evaluating new and innovative practices on their farms to enhance biodiversity and beneficial interactions while improving resilience and mitigating risk. Urban land users also have important roles in ecosystem protection. Attendees at this Seminar will learn about efforts to support Michigan’s ecosystem.

Preregistration is required.  Registration includes lunch.

Early registration is due February 28.  Register online HERE.

Cost is $50 for SWCS Members, $65 for non-members, and $15 for students.