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“Understanding Laws that Impact Drainage Decisions,” a seminar focusing on Indiana drainage issues, will take place Aug. 22 at Indiana Farm Bureau’s headquarters in Indianapolis.

The seminar is open to farmers, public officials, agency personnel, attorneys and members of the public. Continuing education credits will be offered for attorneys and surveyors.

This year’s program includes sessions on railroads and drainage easements, drainage in INDOT rights-of-way, legally removing obstructions, licensing requirements for maintenance spraying and federal permitting requirements.

Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m., and the program runs from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The cost is $50 for INFB members and $100 for non-members.

Registration is now open online. Contact Maria Spellman by email or at 317-692-7840, with questions.

The event is sponsored by INFB, Indiana Agricultural Law Foundation, Association of Indiana Counties, Indiana Association of County Commissioners, County Surveyors Association of Indiana, Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts and Indiana Local Technical Assistance Program.