{"id":1973,"date":"2017-03-29T09:58:22","date_gmt":"2017-03-29T13:58:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cvcrops\/?p=1973"},"modified":"2017-03-29T10:46:57","modified_gmt":"2017-03-29T14:46:57","slug":"upcoming-events-and-information-for-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cvcrops\/upcoming-events-and-information-for-success\/","title":{"rendered":"UPCOMING EVENTS AND INFORMATION FOR SUCCESS"},"content":{"rendered":"
Buffers and Grassed Waterways, Oh My!<\/span><\/h5>\n

We know, buffers and grassed waterways are not always the favorite
\ntopics of farmers, but when it comes to water quality, they can
\nmake a big difference. With our grant focus in the McKenzie Brook
\nwe will be hosting spring and summer field events. Look for event
\ndetails soon, and please let us know if you would like to host one
\non your farm. We will discuss: New RAP rule on buffers in effect April 15, 2017.<\/strong> All farmers covered under the RAPs will be required to have a 25-foot buffer on streams and a 10-foot buffer on ditches. Let\u2019s face it, this will mean adjusting plowing and planting practices this spring.
\nGrassed waterways.<\/strong> Although not mandated, these can be very
\neffective, particularly where other practices aren\u2019t enough to
\nprevent gully erosion.<\/p>\n

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Planter Clinics: Getting Ready to No-Till<\/span><\/h5>\n

For the third year, our team is hosting no-till corn planter clinics in coordination with Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition. Are you on our e-mail list to find out dates and details? Like conventional till, successful no-till comes down to healthy soil, a properly set-up planter, and the right timing: they\u2019re even more critical since you can\u2019t correct mistakes with an extra harrow pass!<\/p>\n

No-Till Resources at
\nwww.uvm.edu\/extension\/cvcrops<\/a>
\nIncluding Factsheets, No-Till Corn Planter Tune Up Checklist, and Closing Wheel Guide<\/p>\n

Upcoming No-Till Planter Clinic Event:<\/span><\/h6>\n