UVM Extension and the Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition (CVFC) will host a soil health workshop on January 28 from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm at the UVM Extension Office in Middlebury (23 Pond Lane, Middlebury, VT 05753). 

This workshop will be focused on the new suite of soil health tests available through the SHREC Lab. It will introduce participants to what these tests measure, how they differ from standard soil tests, and the practical benefits they can provide for on-farm decision-making.  

During the session, we will:

• walk through proper soil sampling techniques
• discuss which fields or management scenarios are best suited for soil health testing
• explain the key indicators included in the SHREC soil health report, such as measures related to soil structure, biological activity, and nutrient cycling

Participants will gain a clearer understanding of how these indicators can be interpreted and used to inform management decisions related to crop productivity, nutrient management, and long-term soil resilience.

Please note that lunch will not be provided at this event. We encourage attendees to bring their own lunch. Thank you for your understanding.