Irrigation Workshop in Marion Junction

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Blackbelt Substation and Extension Center in Marion Junction will host an irrigation workshop on Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

In addition to learning irrigation practices those interested in attending will learn about a financial incentive program promoting sustainable irrigation expansion. 

Topics will cover irrigation systems and practices for vegetable/horticulture crops, row crops and opportunities for cost-share funding to install irrigation infrastructure. 

Speakers will include the following: 

Andre Da Silva, Commercial Horticulture Extension Specialist 

John Vanderford, Agronomic Crops Regional Extension Agent 

Olivia Fuller, Commercial Horticulture Extension Agent

Adam Newby, AU Water Resources Center

William Puckett, Alabama Soil and Water Conservation Committee 

Darrell McGuire, Deep South Food Alliance 

The event is free to attend. The Blackbelt Substation and Extension Center is located at 60 County Road 944 in Marion Junction. 

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