University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources

June 15, 2006

Midsummer Crop Diagnostic Clinics offered near Mead

“Seeing makes all the difference.”

It’s an old, but very real truism, especially when you’re looking at soil, nutrient, and crop problems in the field.

Agribusiness professionals and crop producers will be able to examine created field situations to learn how to correctly diagnose and respond to problems at UNL’s midsummer Crop Management Diagnostic Clinics July 13-14. They’ll also learn about recent research and recommendations for Nebraska from UNL ag specialists.

The UNL Extension clinics begin each day with 7:30 a.m. registration at the Agricultural Research and Development Center (ARDC) near Mead followed by speakers at 8 a.m. Participants will meet at the August N. Christenson Research and Education Building. Participants can attend one or both clinics as subject matter will be different each day.

Topics

The July 13 clinic will focus on soil, water and nutrient management. The hands-on crop scene investigation (CSI) topics will include: nutrient management and soil & water management focus; irrigation management; slow release nitrogen fertilizers; the corn nitrogen calculator; servicing the alfalfa industry; assessment of the risk of agricultural P loss to surface waters; and using crop canopy sensors to improve nitrogen management.

The July 14 clinic will focus on crop production and pest management. The hands-on crop scene investigation (CSI) topics will include: the art and science of crop diagnostics; no-till planting equipment and attachments; specialty use grains; and nematodes in corn and soybean production.

Presenters include UNL faculty and private industry agronomists.

Registration

Early registration is recommended to reserve a seat and resource materials. Cost for one clinic is $135 for those registering one week in advance and $185 after. Cost for both clinics is $235 one week in advance and $285 after.

Certified Crop Advisor credits are offered in the areas of soil and water management, crop management, nutrient management and pest management for all clinics.

For more information or to register, visit the Clinic Web site or contact the ARDC CMDC Programs:

Late season clinic Aug. 24

A late season Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic will be held on Aug. 24. Hands-on crop scene investigation (CSI) topics will include: the art and science of diagnostics/nutrient management; assessing crop damage and replanting decisions; soil moisture sensors; late season slow release fertilizer performance; and stalk and ear rot identification and management.

Cost for this clinic is $135 for those registering one week in advance and $185 after.

UNL Extension is in the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

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