Get hands-on knowledge of how to cultivate beneficial soil microbes through modified Johnson-Su composting bioreactors.

Trainer: Bart Hiatt

Workshop tasks: Build and fill five modified, half-height Johnson-Su bioreactors in an irrigation trench at Gone Fishin’ Farm.

Lunch: Provided by the Corner Kitchen, with vegan and gluten-free options available

General Agenda:

10:00-10:30: Introductions to each other and to Johnson-Su composting bioreactors

10:30-14:00: Bioreactor construction and filling part 1

14:00-15:00: Late Lunch (snacks available beforehand)

15:00-16:00: Bioreactor filling part 2

16:00-16:30/17:00: Q&A

What to wear/bring:

Water bottle

Sun protection

Closed-toe shoes

Glove

Goggles

Face mask (for dust from bioreactors)

Location: Gone Fishin' Farm in Gila, NM (address and directions provided after registration)