By Blake Jackson
The University of Kentucky Wheat Science Group will host its annual Winter Wheat Meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST, with registration starting at 8:30 a.m. at The Bruce, 303 Conference Center Drive, Hopkinsville, KY 42240.
This event draws wheat producers from across the region to learn about the latest research, production techniques, and emerging technologies in wheat farming.
Attendees will hear from UK wheat specialists on a wide range of topics. Presentations will include Changes in Kentucky Wheat Over the Past 40 Years by Dr. Dave Van Sanford, Best Practices for Drone Applications by Dr. Tim Stombaugh, and Driving Innovation in Wheat Production with AI and Precision Tools by Dr. Katsutoshi Mizuta.
Other sessions will cover autonomous wheat planting, disease management updates, pest monitoring including aphids and fall armyworm, harvest weed seed control, and wheat economics.
Lunch will be provided by the Kentucky Small Grain Growers Association, offering a chance to network and discuss the day’s topics with fellow producers and specialists.
For more information, interested participants can contact Colette Laurent at colette.laurent@uky.edu. The Winter Wheat Meeting remains an important opportunity for growers to stay informed about research advancements and practical strategies to improve wheat production in Kentucky.
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Categories: Kentucky, Crops, Wheat