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Composting Workshop
May 20, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Hello farmers and gardeners!
Dive into the world of living soils. Groundwork Soil Lab and the San Juan Islands Conservation District will be partnering on May 20th from 9:30-12:30pm on Orcas for an in-person, dynamic workshop focused on understanding soil microbiology and building biological compost piles. Learn how soil microbes improve plant vitality, water infiltration and retention, soil structure, nutrient cycling, and carbon drawdown. In this workshop we will look at organisms under the microscope, build a thermophilic compost pile, make compost extract, and discuss the role of mycorrhizal fungi in healthy soils.
If you are looking for ways to become less reliant on fertilizers, pesticides, and other inputs, this class is for you! Growers of all scales welcome.
Event registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/soil-biology-compost-workshop-tickets-625414871717
Location will be announced after registration.
Hope to see you there!