Conservation Planning in Farmland Leasing Topic of Webinar

The Iowa Learning Farms conservation webinar taking place March 9 at noon CST will feature Ann Johanns, an extension education specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Johanns supports the Farm Management team at ISU Extension and Outreach, providing risk management education for agricultural producers and landowners across Iowa. She also coordinates farm management materials for the Ag Decision Maker website.

Ann Johanns.In the webinar, "Farmland Leasing Considerations in Conservation Systems Adoption," Johanns will highlight tools and materials available to aid in making informed decisions regarding conservation practices that can protect and sometimes improve land value, protect natural ecosystems and often increase performance and profitability. She will also offer insights to help tenants and landowners cooperatively negotiate land use and management agreements. In addition, the webinar will provide participants with tools for planning and implementing sustainable conservation systems on land they own or rent.

"Whether you are a renting agricultural producer or landowner, understanding conservation practices that can improve land value and performance should be fundamental considerations for achieving economic and environmental goals," said Johanns. "Implementation of conservation practices is vital for long-term sustainability of Iowa farmland. And, with over half of Iowa farmland under some form of rental agreement, being equipped with relevant information about conservation practices can facilitate collaborative efforts and if appropriate, inclusion of conservation plans in farmland leases."

Participants are encouraged to ask questions of the presenter. People from all backgrounds and areas of interest are encouraged to join.

To participate in the live webinar, shortly before noon CST on March 9:

To access from a dial-in phone line, dial +1 312 626 6799 or +1 646 876 9923 with meeting ID 364 284 172.

The webinar will also be recorded and archived on the Iowa Learning Farms website, so that it can be watched at any time.

A Certified Crop Adviser board-approved continuing education unit has been applied for. Those who participate in the live webinar are eligible. Information about how to apply to receive the CEU will be provided at the end of the live webinar.