The University of Minnesota Extension Service will be offering its annual Research Update for Ag Professionals in January 2007.  This four hour educational program focuses on current applied research being conducted by UM Extension specialists and Research  & Outreach Center scientists.  Topics presented will be from:

Entomology

• CRW resistance development and soybean aphid management

Soil Fertility

• Seed safe fertilizer application, IDC update, residual value of manure, fall applied DAP and MAP, and current nitrogen research in the Red River Valley.

Plant Pathology

• Soybean root diseases and projections

Crop Management

• Small grains variety update

Weed Management

• Corn, soybean and small grain weed management future trends and applications

The program is intended for agri-business sales staff, agronomists, crop consultants, extension educators, government agency personnel, farm managers, and agri-business instructors.  

Come listen and discuss with university researchers their research results and how they may aid your crop and pest management decisions in 2007.  A total of 4.0 CEUs will be offered at each location for Certified Crop Advisers.  The fee for the program is $40.  Refreshments and handouts will be provided.

Visit the Institute for Ag Professionals website (http://iap.umn.edu) to view more details and how to register.

Luverne, January 4

Lamberton, January 5

Willmar, January 9

Kasson, January 10

Waseca, January 11

Crookston, Jan 11

Morris, Jan 12

All programs are held 12:30-4:30 pm with the exception of Lamberton, which will be 9:00am-1:00pm. Early registrations are strongly encouraged, but walk-in registrations are also welcome.  Questions about the program can be addressed by calling (612) 625-2778 or by email: cavan008@tc.umn.edu.

See you at the Research Updates!