Franklin County Extension and Outreach hosts Drainage School

Conservation Drainage School, August 26-28, 2025

Nashua, IA – Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach will host the Conservation Drainage School from August 26-28, 2025, at the Borlaug Learning Center on ISU’s Northeast Research and Demonstration Farm in Nashua, Iowa. This educational program will focus on practical and science-based subsurface drainage practices that help improve water quality downstream. With both classroom learning, field visits, and hands-on training, participants will explore the design and function of several conservation-focused systems including saturated buffers, bioreactors, constructed wetlands, controlled drainage, oxbows, and two-stage ditches.

The school is designed for a wide range of participants including contractors, farmers, engineers, watershed coordinators, and local officials. Registration costs $475 if completed by August 11. Late registration is $525 and closes on August 18. The fee includes meals, materials, and reference documents. Space is limited and pre-registration is required.

The course also qualifies for Professional Development Hours and Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) continuing education units.

More information and registration can be found on the Conservation Drainage School website (https://www.regcytes.extension.iastate.edu/cds/) or by calling (515) 291-0174.