(KNSI) – Farmers can learn how to use less water to boost yields at the Minnesota Irrigator Program through the University of Minnesota. The U of M Extension’s Regional Office brings the two-day program to St. Cloud Wednesday, March 23rd, and Wednesday, March 30th from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The class will teach farmers how to use less water in irrigation systems by using soil moisture sensors, irrigation scheduling, variable rate irrigation, and remote sensing. The class is the first step toward the Irrigation Endorsement of the Minnesota Agricultural Water Quality Certification Program. Continuing education credits are also available for certified crop advisors.
The class is capped at 25 people, pre-registration is required. The $50 fee includes all materials, plus breakfast and lunch on both days of the seminar.
For more information on the program, click here.
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