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ARS Home Midwest Area Ames, Iowa National Laboratory for Agriculture and The Environment News







Sabrina Ruis speaking about soil health at the Neely-Kinyon Field Extension Dayheadline bar Sabrina Ruis speaking about soil health atthe Neely-Kinyon Field Extension Day On Tuesday, August 22, Dr. Sabrina Ruis of NLAE will describe key differences between Organic vs. Conventional plots in her talk on soil health during the Neely-Kinyon Organic Field Day. Anyone interested in learning about organic farming can meet in the field Tuesday afternoon to discuss organic production with ISU professor Dr. Kathy Delate, prairie strips with Nick Thompson of Pheasants Forever, and soil health with Dr. Sabrina Ruis. Thompson will also discuss conservation practices during a supper featuring local and organic foods. Neely-Kinyon Organic Field Day is from 4-6 pm, August 22, at2557 Norfolk Ave, Greenfield, IA. Find details about the event here. /ARSUserFiles/50301500/News/Neely Kinyon Field Day Flyer 2023.png


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