Get ready for the 19th annual Water and Crops Field Day taking place on August 24th at the West Central Research, Education and Extension Center in North Platte, Nebraska. This enriching event attracts farmers, industry representatives, and researchers from across the country, offering them a platform to explore the latest agricultural technologies and practices.
The event's agenda includes panels by industry leaders and producers discussing cover crops and the USDA's Climate Smart Initiatives. These discussions are aimed at conservation and the potential payments available through certain programs.
The panelists include notable figures like Jimmy Emmons from Climate Smart Programs, Sarah Carlson from Practical Farmers of Iowa, and Jeff Huffman, a producer for Frito-Lay.
Nebraska Senator Mike Jacobson will provide a legislative update during lunch. The afternoon sessions promise engaging field tours and demonstrations on irrigation sensing tools, cover crops, western bean cutworm, and the use of drones in pesticide application.
Registration for the event begins at 8:30 a.m. The program itself, which is free to attend, runs from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Interested attendees can register online or call WCREEC at 308-696-6700 by Monday, Aug. 21.
Don't miss out on this educational event to widen your understanding of current agricultural practices and innovations.
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Categories: Nebraska, Crops