The Soil Health and Conservation Drainage Specialist Network builds on the capacity created through ISAP’s Soil Health and Conservation Drainage Training programs, which are based on train-the-train-er concepts. More than 40 individuals, including crop consultants, farmers, SWCD employees, and other professionals, are listed as specialists on the ISAP website, and are available to assist farmers and others looking to learn more about conservation cropping systems and edge-of-field practices. Specialists agree to provide technical consultations and are available for field day presentations on soil health and conservation drainage topics. Additionally, ISAP and AFT host a monthly call with farmers, crop consultants, researchers, and field-based staff working with cover crops. Each meeting includes a presentation high-lighting recent research on cover crop agronomics, economics, nutrient loss, or related topics. The calls include time for discussion and shared learning among the specialists. Individuals interested in joining cover crop discussions and/or sharing their expertise on soil health and conservation drainage are encouraged to contact ISAP.
For more information, see ilsustainableag.org/specialists.
