Agricultural Water Workshop

Farmers, did you experience water shortages or concerns about your ability to supply your livestock or crops with sufficient water during the 2016 drought?

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Plan to attend this workshop to understand the water cycle, water taking options, groundwater/well considerations in dry periods, alternative watering systems, as well as considerations for retaining surface water on your property.

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Program Includes:

\r\n- Observations about low water conditions of 2016 and its local impacts…setting the stage\r\n\r\n- Water: Understanding how much you have (surface water and wells)…\r\n\r\n- Understanding the Permit to Take Water process\r\n\r\n- Considerations before you dig a pond on your property\r\n\r\n- Lunch\r\n\r\n- My well has ran dry…what should I do (and not do)\r\n\r\n- Managing water you have effectively on your farm….