By Brent Pringnitz
Seed, chemical and fertilizer dealers, agronomists, crop consultants and farm managers have the opportunity to hear the latest information on weed management for 2017, pest resistance, corn disease outlook and nitrogen recommendations at the 2016 Ag Chemical Dealer Update meetings.
The meetings will be held in Iowa City on Nov. 22 and in Ames on Dec. 7. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach specialists will provide the most up-to-date recommendations and address future crop production challenges.
Last year, the Ag Chemical Dealer Update meetings drew more than 200 ag retailers from agribusinesses across Iowa. The meetings qualify for Certified Crop Adviser continuing education credits and provides recertification for Commercial Pesticide Applicators in categories 1A, 1B, 1C and 10.
The pest resistance presentation at both locations will focus on soybean aphids and corn rootworms, and the weed management segment will have an emphasis on waterhemp management and herbicide resistance.
“The focus of the weed management discussion will be on how to develop weed management programs that provide consistent weed control while slowing the rate that weeds adapt to the tactics,” said Bob Hartzler, professor in agronomy and extension weed specialist at Iowa State University. “The goal is that attendees will appreciate the need to implement diversified weed management programs and the knowledge to help their customers implement integrated weed management programs.”
Early registration is $70 if received by midnight, Nov. 15, for the Iowa City meeting or Nov. 30 for the Ames meeting. Late or on-site registration is $85. Visit www.aep.iastate.edu/acu to register online and for more program details.
Source:iastate.edu