(ND Ag Connection) – The 2024 Western Crop and Pest Management School is on the calendar, proudly organized by North Dakota State University Extension. This much-anticipated event is slated for March 12-13 at the Sleep Inn Hotel in Minot, North Dakota, offering a deep dive into the latest in crop and pest management.

The two-day program will kick off early on March 12, with registration starting at 7:30 a.m. CDT. Participants will be treated to a series of informative sessions led by top-notch speakers, including Charlie Lim, an Extension weed specialist at the Williston Research Extension Center. The focus will be on contemporary issues like new weed control research, herbicide resistance, and pesticide application nuances.

The afternoon sessions on March 12 promise hands-on training in weed identification, recognizing crop injury and herbicide symptoms, and diagnosing crop diseases. Live plant specimens will be used for practical learning, enhancing the experience for attendees.

March 13 will greet participants with updates and new research findings in various areas, including crop disease management, agronomy, and insect pest control. Discussions will cover a range of topics, from phytophthora root rot in soybeans to managing flea beetles in canola.

The event offers certified crop advisors the chance to earn 9.5 continuing education units, with a cost of $100, with a special discounted rate of $75 for college students. Registration is open until March 1, with online registration available for a detailed agenda and presenter list.