Nov 19, 2023

CAMPBELL: Crop pest management schools

Posted Nov 19, 2023 1:00 AM
written by: Stacy Campbell - Cottonwood Extension District
written by: Stacy Campbell - Cottonwood Extension District

K-State Research and Extension, NW Region Extension Counties/Districts are hosting two Crop Pest Management Schools, December 5, in Colby at the City Limits Convention Center and December 6, in Russell at the Elks Lodge starting at 7:45 a.m. with registration and concluding at 5:00 PM.

Join us in-person to learn about how to control the latest pests – weeds, insects, and diseases – effecting all crops in central and western Kansas!

Commercial Applicators will earn 1 Core Hour & 7 Hours for 1A, certified by Kansas Department of AG. Certified Crop Advisors (CCA) will also earn 8 Pest Management Credits. These schools would also be an excellent educational opportunity for producers!

The cost to participate is $50 if registered by November 27, after that date the fee is $75. Those wishing to participate are asked to register by Monday, November 27, by midnight. Simply go to: http://www.northwest.ksu.edu/events/crop-pest-mangagement-school or call Jeanne Falk-Jones, K-State Research and Extension, at 785-462-6281 or Craig Dinkel, at 785-472-4442.