What if one day in the field could change the way you manage your crops — and your soil? Join Nebraska Extension on Thursday, Aug. 28, for the Crop Production and Soil Health Clinic, a hands-on, research-based event focused on improving corn and soybean profitability through regenerative farming practices and better soil management.
Held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center near Mead, this full-day clinic will feature in-field demonstrations, interactive sessions and expert insights on weed management, soil health, digital agriculture, nutrient efficiency, and more. Designed for producers, crop advisors, agronomists and ag professionals, the program offers real-world tools to address herbicide resistance, reduce input costs and build more resilient cropping systems.
Each topic is tailored to Nebraska conditions, offering region-specific strategies and take-home practices grounded in the latest university research. Whether you're already using cover crops or looking to refine your nitrogen plan, this clinic provides timely, field-tested information you can apply immediately.
Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) credits will be available in multiple categories, including soil and water management, nutrient management and integrated pest management. The program also offers a valuable opportunity to network with extension educators and other growers throughout the region.
Registration is $75 with CCA credits or $35 without, and includes lunch and reference materials. The event will be held rain or shine. Please register by Wednesday, Aug. 21.
To reserve your spot or learn more, visit the registration page.
Agenda Highlights
- “Corn and Soybean Growth: What Have We Seen in 2025” — Jenny Bhrel and Aaron Nygren
- “Soil Health Tools and Data: Practical Assessment and Interpretation” — Caro Córdova
- “Innovations in Mechanical Weed Control: Roller Crimping and Robotics” — Farmer and industry reps
- “Biochar Effects on Soil Fertility and Crop Yields” — Britt Fossum and Michael Kaiser
- “Plant Pathology Updates” — Amy Timmerman
- “Beyond Cereal Rye: Summer Annuals as Cover Crops” — Katja Koehler-Cole
- “Optimizing Irrigation for Maximum Water Use Efficiency” — Bruno Lena
- “Insect Management” — Justin McMechan and Matheus Ribeiro
- “Nitrogen Management and the 4Rs” — Javed Iqbal
- “Weed Science” — Stevan Knezevic
ENREEC is located at 1071 County Road G, Ithaca, Nebraska.
