January 8, 2025

2024 FREP/WPH Nutrient Management Conference Recap

The 32nd Annual Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) and Western Plant Health (WPH) Nutrient Management Conference brought together a diverse audience in Seaside, CA, on October 29-30, 2024. 

Key Highlights: 

  • Pre-Conference Tour: A visit to the McFadden Woodchip Bioreactor showcased innovative water treatment methods reducing nutrient pollutants by up to 75%. 
  • Day 1: Discussions on fertilizers, soil sampling and vineyard nutrient management were complemented by panels and workshops on nitrogen removal and sensor calibration. 
  • Day 2: Insights on nutrient management in strawberries, regenerative agriculture and organic systems rounded out the event. 

A detailed recap can be found here. 

FREP project summaries can be found here.