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Agricultural practices that maximize soil health for crop growth are continually evolving. Wilfrid Laurier University Professor Frédérique Guinel presents the expertise of her lab, including experiments in Laurier’s greenhouse, with colleagues from across Ontario to ensure that companies, farms and community members can benefit from hearing the latest research in soil health.
The day-long workshop is devoted to the scientific, technological and economic outlook for sustainable fertilization technologies and provides an opportunity for industry leaders, farmers and researchers to join in sharing innovative products and practices. Conference attendees will hear from companies and researchers involved in soil amendments about beneficial soil microorganisms, cover-crops, crop rotation and natural mineral soil additives. All are welcome to attend and explore avenues for advantageous agricultural practices.
In this workshop, farmers, industries, scientists and scientific funding agencies will discuss new technologies and applications towards maximizing soil health, crop and horticulture production.
Today, we know that soil fertility is not just a function of mineral nutrients but the net result of the relationships occurring among plants, organic matter, inorganic nutrients and soil biota. However, we have a poor understanding of how farming and horticultural practices, specifically in terms of soil amendments and inocula, affect the soil food web. This knowledge is key if we want to take full advantage of the soil biota to maximize soil health and minimize nutrient losses. Soil water-holding capacity, soil aeration, and soil aggregation are all important facets of the problem and need to be taken into account when applying amendments and inocula.
To receive presentations, please email Frederique Guinel at fguinel@wlu.ca.
Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support.
Participants of this daylong seminar were provided the opportunity to:
Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support.
Frédérique Guinel
E: fguinel@wlu.ca
T: 519.884.0710 x2230 (office) or x2911 (lab)
F: 519.746.0677
Office Location:
BA436A
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