Crops Conference
- Length
- 6 hours, 30 minutes
- Language
- English
Sponsor the Penn State Extension Crops Conferences!
About the In-Person Conference
Join us at the Penn State Extension Crops Conference, where Field and Forage Crops specialists, educators, and guest speakers will recap the 2024 crop production season, discuss innovations for the coming year, and share insights on the latest agronomic research, products, and technology. Attendees will also have the opportunity to earn pesticide certification credits.
Event Details
This day-long event offers five session tracks: Nutrient Management; Soybean Focus; Core, Soil, and Water; Category PC, 01, Forage; and Accessory Pesticide Education. Numerous certification credits are available, with full details provided in the Agenda. A buffet lunch will be provided.
Several local agricultural companies—including agricultural lenders, applicators, seed suppliers, and equipment dealers—will be in attendance to showcase their products, offer support, and address any inquiries. This is an excellent opportunity to discuss your specific crop needs and explore the latest product offerings.
Earn Credits
- Pennsylvania and Maryland Pesticide Applicator (4 Core, 5 Cat. 01 Agronomic Crops, 2 Cat. 08 Seed Treatment, 2 Cat. Aerial Applicator, 2 Cat. 20 Commodity and Space Fumigation)
- 6 PDA Act 38
- 2 PDA Act 49
- 4 CCA IPM
- 3 CCA Nutrient Management
- 1.5 CCA Soil and Water
- 1.5 CCA Crop Management Respirator - Fit testing will also be available (25 spots; sign up at event check-in)
Registering before the event is encouraged and appreciated!
- Field and forage crop producers
- Pesticide applicators
- Crop consultants
- Latest techniques in nutrient and pesticide management, including drone applications and precision nutrient practices.
- Strategies for identifying and managing weeds, pests, and soil health concerns.
- Advances in soybean and forage crop production and protection.
- Practical steps for pesticide safety, exposure reduction, and spill preparedness.
- Insights from recent agronomic research to enhance crop yield and environmental sustainability.
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