Thought Leader Webinar: Small Farms, Big Gains: Optimize Water Management

Mastering effective water management not only boosts crop yield and quality but also promotes sustainable farming practices. Whether you're growing a diverse array of vegetables or focusing on a specific crop, understanding the interplay of environmental factors, soil properties, and crop needs is critical for success.

Join our free 45-minute webinar designed for small farm operators and learn how to overcome the challenges of improper watering and improve irrigation management.

Presented by Wenjing Guan, Extension Vegetable Specialist at Purdue University, webinar topics include: 

• How crops respond to water stress
• Key principles of water management for diversified small farms
• A review of cost-effective irrigation methods
• Practical application of soil moisture sensors to improve irrigation management

This session will be packed with actionable insights to help you make informed water management decisions, increase water use efficiency, and boost productivity.

About Wenjing Guan:
Wenjing Guan is an Extension Vegetable Specialist at Purdue University’s Horticulture & Landscape Architecture Department. She stations at Southwest Purdue Agricultural Center in Vincennes, Indiana. Her work primarily supports watermelon and cantaloupe growers in southern Indiana, as well as small-scale, diversified vegetable and fruit farmers across the state. Through her Extension and research programs, Dr. Guan focuses on developing and promoting sustainable production practices tailored to the needs of Indiana growers.