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Agroecology Summit

August 21, 2009—August 21, 2009
8:30 AM–5:00 PM

In conjunction with IATP and with sponsorship from NCR SARE, we are excited to present this field day for agriculture and conservation educators. With its native grasses, wetlands, ponds, and waterways, Willow Lake Farm is well-situated to demonstrate the advantages of adding conservation practices to conventional agriculture. Dr. Carrie Jennings of Minnesota Geological Survey and Tony Thompson, owner of Willow Lake Farm, will be speaking on various topics related to soil and water conservation and quality. Other speakers to be announced soon. Lunch will be made available during this event.

Location: Willow Lake Farm
93532 520th Avenue
Windom, MN

Registration: Registration is required. Please look for more information regarding registration and the day’s schedule in the near future.

Directions: Directions: From Windom: Travel south for 0.5 miles to MN Hwy 71. Turn left onto Hwy 71. Travel 2.0 miles to Co Rds 79 and 36. Turn left (east) onto Co Rd 36 (930th St). Travel east 2.0 miles to 520th Ave/McKinney Dr. Turn left (north) at 520th Ave and travel 0.7 miles. Willow Lake Farm is on the right (east). From Jackson/I-90: Travel north 9.0 miles on MN Hwy 71. When highway bears northwest, continue 2.0 miles on Hwy 71. After passing two small lakes, take the first right-hand turn onto 520th Ave. Travel straight north for 2.6 miles. Turn right (East) into Willow Lake Farm.

For more information
IATP, NCR SARE, Rural Advantage
Jill Sackett
507-238-5449
sacke032@umn.edu

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