By Scout Nelson
As the cold winter gives way to a hopeful spring, Kansas Wheat has rescheduled its informative Wheat Rx seminars for March 11 and 12. These sessions are designed to provide wheat producers with the latest research-driven recommendations and best management practices essential for cultivating high-yielding and high-quality winter wheat.
The seminars are set to take place in Salina on March 11 and in Colby on March 12. Each session will cover vital topics such as variety selection, effective weed and disease management, and optimizing soil fertility. These discussions are geared towards enhancing the productivity and quality of wheat, ensuring that Kansas remains a leader in wheat production.
The Wheat Rx program is a collaborative effort between Kansas Wheat and K-State Research and Extension. It aims not only to provide immediate solutions but also to integrate various agricultural practices to address the complexities of wheat farming effectively.
According to Aaron Harries, Vice President of Research and Operations at Kansas Wheat, the initiative is about "integrating all the pieces of the puzzle" from seed selection to pest management, each critical for achieving top yields.
For those interested in attending, the seminar in Salina will be held at Great Plains Ag, with an added bonus of a facility tour. The Colby seminar will take place at Frahm Farmland, offering a focused session on Wheat Rx topics.
Attendance is free for members of the Kansas Association of Wheat Growers (KAWG), while non-members can attend for a fee of $110, which can be applied towards a KAWG membership for free seminar access.
In addition to seminars, the Wheat Rx initiative includes a series of extension publications available at kswheat.com/wheatrx, providing further educational resources and updates on novel research findings. These resources are part of a broader educational outreach, ensuring that Kansas farmers have the tools necessary to thrive in a competitive agricultural market. For more information or to register, visit the Wheat Rx webpage.
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