Western Corn Rootworm Management Webinar (February 20, 2014) Recorded and Available for Viewing

Feb 26, 2014

On February 20, 2014, a webinar was presented by five land grant entomologists (see below) concerning western corn rootworm management challenges and recommendations. As we move forward this year, there remain many lingering concerns regarding the root protection performance of some Bt hybrids in light of the evolving resistance to certain traits. The live webinar was well received (over 300 participants); however, for those unable to take part in this session, you can now view the recorded session. This project was supported by a USDA-NIFA North Central IPM Program grant. The entomologists who took part in this program included:
Corn Rootworm Management in the Transgenic Era

Rootworm biology and behavior; Dr. Joe Spencer, Illinois Natural History Survey
Resistance evolution and IRM for rootworm; Dr. Aaron Gassmann, Iowa State University
Adult management options: Dr. Lance Meinke, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Larval management options: Dr. Bob Wright, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Decision tree for grower management options; Dr. Ken Ostlie, University of Minnesota

I encourage the readers of this Bulletin to take advantage of this educational opportunity. The feedback from those who took part in the live session has been very favorable.

Source: University of Illinois Department of Crop Sciences

Video: When is Sustainable Packaging Coming in the Canadian Agri Food Industry? 3 Critical Perspectives

Canada’s regulatory landscape on single-use plastics is complex but a recent ruling by the Federal Court of Appeal sided with the government’s intent to eliminate single-use plastics. What does this mean for the Canadian agri-food industry? How can companies find the right balance between regulatory compliance and implementing costly alternative solutions? What are retailers and consumers saying about sustainable packaging? This webinar features Joshua Goodman, Head of Corporate Sustainability, Sobeys; Marie-Anne Champoux-Guimond, Director of Sustainability, Keurig Dr Pepper Canada and Glenford Jameson, Canadian Food Lawyer, G.S. Jameson and Company

This 60-minute webinar brings together three industry leaders to examine the opportunities, challenges, and realities of the path forward. In this session, you will gain insights into:

•Canada’s regulatory roadmap and timeline on eliminating single-use plastics

•Current end-of-life solutions for plastics and alternative packaging solutions

•The need to have a corporate strategy that aligns with reality at the retail shelves

•How major brands and retailers are pivoting

•Supply chain considerations

•Common misconceptions