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Register Now for Crop Insight with Great Lakes YEN

By Farms.com 

Calling all farmers interested in maximizing winter wheat crop returns! The 2024 Great Lakes Yield Enhancement Network (YEN) is now open for registration, offering a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights into crop performance. 

Established in 2021, the Great Lakes YEN is dedicated to helping farmers elevate their winter wheat yields by providing in-depth knowledge about crop performance. Registration for this insightful program closes on February 2nd, 2024, or when maximum capacity is reached – so act fast! 

Participants in the Great Lakes YEN can look forward to: 

  • Collecting soil and plant samples, meticulously analyzed at an accredited laboratory. 

  • Engaging in multiple in-person networking events, fostering connections with farmers and researchers. 

  • Receiving a comprehensive, personalized report summarizing data specific to their individual fields. 

Agronomists and crop consultants are integral to the success of the Great Lakes YEN. Those who partner with the program will: 

  • Obtain copies of the final summary report for all fields they consult on. 

  • Attend networking events, facilitating connections with farmers and researchers from Ontario and the United States. 

  • Assist farmers with data collection and in-field sampling. 

 

To register and learn more about the program, visit www.greatlakesyen.com/how-to-participate. 

For inquiries about the Great Lakes YEN, reach out to: 

Ontario: Alexandra Dacey Email: adacey@gfo.ca Phone: 519-830-5633 

Michigan/U.S.: Jody Pollok-Newsom Email: jody@miwheat.org Phone: 517-490-0280 

Don't miss this chance to enhance your winter wheat expertise and crop returns – register today! 


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