Register Now - UK Martin-Gatton CAFE field day

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Calling all corn, soybean, and tobacco producers in Kentucky! The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (UK Martin-Gatton CAFE) is hosting its annual Corn, Soybean and Tobacco Field Day on July 23rd at their Research and Education Center farm in Princeton.

This free event offers a valuable opportunity for farmers to gain insights from UK Martin-Gatton CAFE specialists and researchers. Throughout the day, participants will have access to the latest research findings and engage in interactive sessions.

Field Day features three, two-hour tours running concurrently. Farmers can choose two tours that best suit their interests, with each tour offering valuable educational credits (pending approval for pesticide applicators and Certified Crop Advisors).

Registration is free but encouraged to ensure lunch and receive event updates. Sign-in begins at 7:15 am CT, followed by the tours kicking off at 8:00 am. Lunch, sponsored by industry partners, is included for all participants.

The Field Day delves into a wide range of topics relevant to Kentucky farmers, including:

Current and emerging corn and soybean diseases
Updates on insect control strategies
Performance of various corn and soybean varieties in test plots
Effective weed management practices
Utilizing the "Weather Alert" app
Maximizing corn yields after planting cover crops
Exploring the economic benefits of irrigating soybeans
Understanding the corn and soybean market outlook
Maintaining optimal soil pH for production agriculture
Updates on fertilizer recommendations for Kentucky grain crops
Tours and insights into UK research on dark tobacco infrastructure and production practices
Latest tobacco research findings from the University of Tennessee
The importance of sulfur fertility in tobacco production

Don't miss this chance to gain valuable knowledge and network with fellow farmers and industry experts! Register for the UK Martin-Gatton CAFE Corn, Soybean and Tobacco Field Day today!

To register, visit http://tiny.cc/m9jlyz. For more event information, contact Colette Laurent at Colette.laurent@uky.edu

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