What do I need to bring?

You will need to bring a pair of work gloves, goggles/safety glasses to protect your eyes, a pair of mud boots, and wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

Where is Forshee Hall?

In between Rimbey and Bentley on Range Road 20.

Is there transportation to the field?

Participants are strongly encouraged to carpool from the venue to the field location. Alternatively, you may use your own transportation.

Wednesday, July 3

Annual Soil Builder School

Join Us for Field Day and Learn How to Build a Johnson-Su Bioreactor!

By Grey Wooded Forage Association.

Date and time

Wednesday, July 3 · 9am - 5pm MDT

Location

Forshee Community Hall

41422 Range Road 20 Ponoka County, AB T0C 0J0 Canada

Refund Policy

Contact the organizer to request a refund.

Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Registration & Coffee

Come Sign-In and Enjoy Free Coffee and Snacks

9:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Do Not Underestimate the Influence of a Healthy, Diverse Soil Microbiome!

Presentation by Dr. David Johnson and Hui-Chun Su-Johnson

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Producer Experience's with the Johnson-Su Bioreactor in Alberta

Presentations include "The Johnson-Su Alberta Adaptation" by Shorty Fensky, Brendon Anderson's producer experience, and Yamily Zavala on What is your Johnson-Su Bioreactor through the microscope.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch

Lunch is Provided! Afterwards, we strongly encourage carpooling to the producer's field!

1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

In Field Learning

In-Field Learning and Live Demonstration of the Construction of a Johnson-Su Bioreactor!

About this event

8 hours

Dive into the innovative world of soil biology with our live demonstration on how to build your very own Johnson-Su Bioreactor. Led by its developers, Dr. Johnson and his wife, Hui-Chun Su, you'll learn step-by-step techniques to create this cutting-edge composting system, designed to accelerate decomposition and enhance nutrient cycling in your soil.

Discover the incredible benefits of incorporating a Johnson-Su Bioreactor into your gardening or farming practices. From increased soil fertility to improved water retention and reduced dependency on synthetic fertilizers, this revolutionary system offers a sustainable solution for building healthy and resilient soil.

Organized by

Grey Wooded Forage Association.