Understanding Adoption of Agricultural Conservation Practices
Wednesday, May 19 (12pm -1pm)
Linda S. Prokopy, professor and department head in the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture at Purdue University, will provide an overview of 35 years of research in the United States that has focused on farmer decision making. Dr. Prokopy will incorporate findings from her own research and will discuss the role of rented lands, trusted advisers, and practice characteristics in influencing the decision to adopt conservation practices.
Register for this webinar here.
____________________________________________________Tuesday, May 25 (7 – 8 pm)
Join Dr. Adam Janke and Dr. Kay Stefanik on an exploration of the wonders of Iowa’s wetlands from the perspective of wildlife diversity and water quality. The webinar will explore multiple wetland types in Iowa, varying in landform, hydrology, and ecosystem goods and services. This webinar is being hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and the Iowa Nutrient Research Center.
Register for this webinar here.