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Explore the financial benefits and economic impacts of adopting soil health management systems through a comprehensive analysis of cotton farms in Arkansas. Learn from SHI Soil Health Educator Emily Ball as she presents findings from recent partial budget analysis research that provides valuable insights for growers considering changes to their management practices. Discover how soil health practices can affect farm profitability and operational costs in cotton production systems. Gain insights from opening remarks by Dr. Bill Robertson, Technical Specialist at SHI, and Greg Bohrer, Natural Capital Director at the Walmart Foundation, who discusses the Walmart Foundation's support for the U.S. Regenerative Cotton Fund and its commitment to supporting U.S. cotton farmers. Participate in a moderated Q&A session led by Dr. Robertson featuring Dr. Archie Flanders, Agricultural Economist at SHI, where you can get answers to specific questions about the economic aspects of soil health implementation. Access accompanying research materials including a detailed fact sheet that summarizes key findings and economic data from the Arkansas cotton farm analysis.
Syllabus
Economics of Soil Health in Arkansas
Taught by
Soil Health Institute