Cary, NC – August 31, 2017 – The American Society of Agronomy (ASA) and Verdesian Life Sciences invite you to join the ASA’s September webinar focusing on sustainable water quality from a nutrient management perspective. Sponsored by Verdesian Life Sciences, the webinar will take place Tuesday, September 12th from 11:30am-12:30pm (CT).
The Nutrient Management and Water Quality webinar will examine:
Current status of nutrient management fertilizer application regulations
- Means of nutrient loss and inefficiency in agricultural production
- The impact on water quality from excess and inefficient nutrient application
- Practical 4-R Nutrient Stewardship Application
- Best Management Practices (BMPs) and technologies to improve water quality
- Sustainability
Presented by Dr. Sam Feagley, Professor at Texas A&M University and State Soil and Environmental Specialist for Texas AgriLife Extension in College Station, Texas, this webinar will offer CCAs the opportunity to earn a valuable Soil & Water Management Continuing Education Unit (CEU).
“As a nutrient use efficiency company, Verdesian is committed to providing CCAs and CPAgs water quality Best Management Practices and technologies that are both sustainable and profitable,” says Kenneth Avery, Chief Executive Officer for Verdesian. “Sponsoring this webinar is a part of our commitment as a life sciences company to the research, development and grower use of sustainable nutrient management technologies.”
The ASA is dedicated to providing the best continuing education results in a robust portfolio of online learning opportunities, specifically designed for the agricultural professional with the goal to provide the latest and greatest in the field of Agronomy.
Registration is through the ASA’s Online Learning Platform. Participants will also receive a recording of the on-demand webinar. For more details or to register visit https://www.agronomy.org/education/online-courses
About the ASA
The American Society of Agronomy (ASA) is a progressive international scientific and professional society that empowers scientists, educators, and practitioners in developing, disseminating, and applying agronomic solutions to feed and sustain the world. Based in Madison, WI, ASA is the professional home for 8,000+ members and 14,000+ certified professionals (Certified Crop Advisers) dedicated to advancing the field of agronomy.
About Verdesian Life Sciences
Verdesian Life Sciences makes farming more efficient, more sustainable, and more profitable. Verdesian Life Sciences develops nutrient use efficiency and management technologies to enhance crop uptake, reduce nutrient losses to the environment, and improve yields. As a 4R Nutrient Stewardship Partner, Verdesian is committed to researching and developing environmentally sustainable products. Visit vlsci.com for more information.
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