Crop Rotations, Locating Drainage Tile, and Healthy Eating

PDP presents opportunities for dairy professionals to learn from experts on trending topics

This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) will provide “food for thought” for the upcoming growing season and beyond.  The Tuesday episode will feature a discussion on optimizing crop rotations and learn about using technology to locate old drainage tile on Wednesday.  Tune in for fresh ideas and strategies for healthy eating on Thursday.

Tuesday, April 8

Hear about optimizing crop rotations to prevent soil degradation and manage pests and diseases.  The interactive conversation will also address the early-season pest and disease risks that crop producers should be aware of. Episode presenter will be:

• Todd Schaumburg, Part Owner and Agronomist, Tilth Agronomy

Wednesday, April 9

Learn tips and tricks for using yield monitor data, air photos, field observations and other techniques to locate old drainage tile in fields, find broken tile, and map tile outfalls for monitoring during and after manure application. This episode will be presented by:

• Kevin Erb, CCA, Program Manager, Conservation Professional Training Program, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Thursday, April 10

As temperatures warm and field and farm work ramp up, avoid the temptation of junk food with mindful eating strategies and fresh approaches to nutrition. Leave with practical tips and resources to make healthy eating enjoyable, sustainable and effective. The episode will be presented by:

• Morgan Ekovich, Health and Nutrition Coach, Founder, Get Fit with ME

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