August 10, 2007

A University of Nebraska-Lincoln Crop Management and Diagnostic Clinic Aug. 24 will provide a close-up look at late-season field conditions. The UNL Extension clinic will be at the Agricultural Research and Development Center near Mead. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with the clinic starting at 8 a.m.

Program topics include: the impact of crop residue removal — cellulosic ethanol, crop water management, new soil test software, nutrient management issues for soybean production, pumping plant performance testing, and understanding plant-to-plant variability in corn. Presenters include UNL Extension educators, specialists and industry representatives.

Six Certified Crop Advisor credits are anticipated with 2.5 in soil and water management, 2.5 in nutrient management, and 1 in crop production. Cost for this clinic is $135 for those registering one week in advance and $185 after.

For more information or to register, contact the ARDC at CMDC Programs, 1071 County Road G, Ithaca, Neb. 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.