The UNL Extension clinics will be held at the Agricultural Research and Development Center near Mead. Each day will begin with registration at 7:30 a.m. and a program at 8 a.m. Participants will meet at the August N. Christenson Research and Education Building. Participants can attend one or both of the clinics as subject matter will be different each day.
The July 13 clinic focuses on soil and water management and nutrient management. Topics include: hands-on crop scene investigation (CSI) -- nutrient management and soil and water management; 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 focuses on crop production and pest management. Topics include: hands-on crop scene investigation (CSI) -- 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.
Early registration is recommended to reserve a seat and resource materials. Cost for one clinic is $135 for those registering by Friday, July 7, and $185 after that date. 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, contact the ARDC CMDC Programs, 1071 County Road G, Ithaca, NE 68033, call (800) 529-8030, fax (402) 624-8010, e-mail cdunbar2@unl.edu or visit the Web at http://ardc.unl.edu/training.htm.
A late season Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic will be held on Aug. 24. Topics will include hands-on crop scene investigation (CSI) -- the art and science of diagnostics/nutrient management; assessing crop damage & 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 that date.
Keith Glewen
Extension Educator, Saunders County
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