US (MI): It’s all about water and increasing your bottom line

• Tom Fernandez, Michigan State University- Introduction
• Amy Fulcher, University of Tennessee- Irrigation strategies to improve plant production and conserve water
• Marc van Iersel, University of Georgia- Current state of automated irrigation systems- how they work, where/how to buy or develop, example(s) of system(s) in use
• Jim Owen, Virginia Tech- Getting the most out of your fertilizer: How placement and irrigation management affect fertilizer availability
• Sarah White, Clemson University- Recycling irrigation water: From the pump to the pond and back again
• Rosa Raudales, University of Connecticut- Waterborne pathogens: Problems and management
• Paul Fisher, University of Florida- Designing an effective water treatment system: Case studies of grower operations
• John Majsztrik, Clemson University (work presented from time at University of Maryland)- Economics of improved irrigation management
• Bridget Behe, Michigan State University- How growers can capitalize on consumer perceptions of improved water management

• An optional tour of nurseries and greenhouses focusing on water management strategies and other technology is available. The tour departs from and returns to the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel.
• The registration fee for the conference is $90 and includes lunch.
• The optional tour fee is an additional $50 per person and will include lunch.
• Overnight accommodations are available at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel for our group at the rate of $129 plus taxes and fees. Contact the Amway Grand Plaza directly at toll-free 800-253-3590/local 616-776-6450 and mention the MNLA, MSU Water Conference to get our group rate. There are limited rooms at this rate so register early.

It’s All About Water and Increasing Your Bottom Line