Write a commentThere is still time to register for the field drainage tile workshop set for April!
Join Oswego County Soil & Water Conservation District and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County as they host a field drainage tile workshop on Saturday, April 12th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This educational program will take place in Mexico, NY followed by a short farm tour. Come learn about responsible layout and design.
First presenter will be Dr. Rebecca Schneider, Associate Professor in Natural Resources and the Environment for Cornell University. Schneider will provide an overview of watershed ecosystems, discharge rates, ditch management, and common concerns related to runoff. A second presentation will come from industry representatives John Jondle and Tanner John of Allegany Services. They will walk through the history of the tile industry, data collection, installation techniques, and common questions raised by clients. Afterwards there will be a short farm tour at Wilkholm Farm to see a network of installed tiles. The tour will be led by Darren Adsit, co-manager of Wilkholm Farm.
There is no cost to attend this program, but registration is required. Snacks and drinks will be provided. To register, please go to the CCE Oswego events page at thatscooperativeextension.org/events/2025/03/06/field-drainage-tile-workshop-part-2 or scan the QR code. For further information, please contact Joshua Vrooman, Agriculture Community Educator, at jwv33@cornell.edu or 315-963-7286 ext. 200.
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