Beginning Jan. 5, the 2021 Nebraska Crop Production Clinics will feature live presentations via Zoom and present research updates and information tailored to regional crop issues and grower interests. Sponsored by Nebraska Extension, the programs will be held on nine days throughout January.
Session topics will include crop production, soil management, water management, agribusiness management, pesticide and environmental safety, pest management, pesticide application technology, cover crops, forages and agricultural technology. Pesticide applicator recertification training will also be available.
Clinic dates are as follows:
Western Nebraska Focused Clinics
Jan. 5 (Tuesday) Jan. 12 (Tuesday) Jan. 19 (Tuesday)Central Nebraska Focused Clinics
Jan. 6 (Wednesday) Jan. 13 (Wednesday) Jan. 20 (Wednesday)Eastern Nebraska Focused Clinics
Jan. 7 (Thursday) Jan. 14 (Thursday) Jan. 21 (Thursday)Individual clinics will be customized to address topics specific to that area of the state, allowing growers to get research-based information on the issues they face locally. Due to the uncertainty related to COVID-19 around the state, the clinics will be offered virtually.
There will be limited opportunity for in-person viewing of clinic presentations at various county locations. More information about these locations will be made available on the Nebraska Crop Production Clinics website. Availability of in-person viewing will depend on local COVID-19 directed health measures in place at the time and follow University of Nebraska–Lincoln guidelines for masks and social distancing.
Visit the Crop Production Clinics 2021 website for the most up-to-date information.
Complete agendas and online registration for each site are online. Pre-registration is required and costs $80.
Certified Crop Advisor credits will be available in these areas: crop production, nutrient management, integrated pest management, water management and professional development.
Pesticide Applicator Recertification
The clinics will offer commercial and non-commercial pesticide applicators a venue to renew their licenses in two categories: Ag Plant and Demonstration/Research.
The crop production clinics also will serve as a venue for private pesticide applicators to renew their licenses.
For questions, contact Chris Proctor, Clinics Coordinator and Extension Educator, at 402-472-5411. Registration questions can be directed to Connie Hansen at 402-472-8747.
