Soil Health Field Day – Columbia County

JOIN US FOR THE COLUMBIA COUNTY SOIL HEALTH FIELD DAY AT HARVEY MILLER JR. FARM IN PARDEEVILLE. THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. A LIGHT DINNER WILL BE PROVIDED AFTERWARDS.

TOPICS DISCUSSED DURING THE FIELD DAY:

• Manure Management
• Proper handling of livestock waste is essential for environmental protection. This section covers safe storage and responsible spreading practices.
• Nitrogen Management
• Planning application rates and timing helps protect human health while reducing on-farm costs as excess nitrogen can contaminate well water.
• Nutrient Management Planning
• A nutrient management plan ensures manure and fertilizer are applied at appropriate rates. Learn how to build and maintain a plan that supports crop needs and reduces nutrient loss.
• Phosphorus in Agricultural Water Environments (Streams, Ponds, and Lakes)
• Phosphorus from agricultural runoff—primarily fertilizer and manure leads to toxic algal blooms, severe oxygen depletion, and fish kills.
• Soil Health Principles
• Healthy soil is the foundation of productive farming. Hear about the five key principles that support long-term soil function and resilience.