NDSU and University of Minnesota Extension specialists are scheduled to present a forum on tile drainage, a new technology in the Red River Basin, on Tuesday, Feb. 24, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Memorial Union Century Theater. The “Agricultural Subsurface Drainage Forum” will focus on subsurface drainage practices in the United States, the fundamentals of tile drainage, economics, water quality and environmental implications of tile drainage.
The educational event is intended for farmers, tiling contractors, landowners, agency staff, land and water resource managers, crop consultants and students.
The interest in tile drainage has increased in North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota during the past few years, according to Hans Kandel, NDSU Extension Service agronomist. “With high land and rent costs, producers are evaluating all new crop production technologies, including tile drainage," he said. "However, there still are many questions about the practice among producers and those involved in the agricultural industry.”
Preregistration is requested by Feb. 16. The cost for persons who preregister is $30, and includes a parking pass, handouts, refreshments and lunch. Registration at the door will be $35.
The agenda and registration form are available at www.ag.ndsu.nodak.edu/plantsci/rowcrops/main.htm.
Jan. 23, 2009