2023 NORA ONLINE SYMPOSIUM
2023-04-27 12:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | North Dakota
https://umash.umn.edu/2023-nora-symposium/12:00-1:00 – VIRTUAL POSTER SESSION
Presentations by UMASH and MCOHS researchers and students on a variety of public health topics.
1:00-2:30 – PANEL DISCUSSION
A moderated Q&A with a panel of regional and national experts.
REGISTER ONLINE: z.umn.edu/nora2023
2023 NORA Symposium

MDA Down Payment Assistance Grant info session
2023-06-14 14:30 - 15:30 | North Dakota
Details:

Join us to learn more about the Minnesota Down Payment Assistance Grant, which offers up to $15,000 for qualified farmers purchasing their first farm.
We’ll review the first round of the grant program, explain changes for the next round of funding, and hear your questions and comments.
Join June 14 Zoom meeting
Meeting ID: 890 1726 5759
Call in: +1 312 626 6799 US
Live interpretation is available by request. If you need translation, contact us by June 5 (Alexandra.Cortes@state.mn.us or 651-895-0315).
Link: Down Payment Assistance Grant Program

Southern Research and Outreach Center summer field tour
2023-06-20 08:30 | 35838 120th St, Waseca, MN 56093, 35838 120th St, Waseca, MN, 56093
Join us at the Southern Research and Outreach Center (SROC) in Waseca, Minnesota on Tuesday, June 20th for SROC’s annual summer field tour. University of Minnesota researchers will discuss their recent research on corn production issues, corn and soybean weed management, biological soil fertility products, cover crops, and manure management.
Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. the day of the event in the SROC Administration Building (35838 120th St, Waseca, MN 56093). The field tour will conclude at approximately 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch and time for questions. The tour will be held rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, this program will be held in the SROC Administration Building.
The registration fee is $40 (cash or check only). The fee helps pay for the costs of the tour, handout materials, morning refreshments, and lunch. Continuing education units (CEUs) for certified crop advisors have been applied for.
Topics and speakers

Corn Production Issues – Jeff Coulter, UM Extension Corn Agronomist: The corn planting season began very early for some in southern Minnesota then weather delays and flooding rains resulted in later planting and replanting for many corn growers. Jeff will discuss crop development and yield potential in all these situations.
Corn and Soybean Weed Management – Tom Hoverstad, SROC, Agronomy Researcher: University weed management researchers have trials evaluating products marketed to corn and soybean producers across the state of Minnesota. Tom will be at one of these sites to discuss performance of these products with emphasis on new products for weed control in corn and soybeans
Nutrient Management in Cover Crop Systems – Jeff Vetsch, SROC, Nutrient Management Researcher: Planting crops that provide winter soil cover is getting more attention from Minnesota farmers each year. Jeff will present results from research where cover crops are used in a corn grain and silage cropping system with emphasis on how nutrient management and water quality may be affected by cover crops.
Biological Inputs for Corn and Soybean – Dan Kaiser, UM Extension, Nutrient Management Researcher: Products derived from naturally occurring organisms that potentially enhance crop health and fertilizer uptake are available for corn and soybean production. Dan will discuss research he has done on these products and will discuss any potential benefits they may have for Minnesota farmers.
Nutrient Management in Manure Systems – Melissa Wilson, UM Extension, Manure Nutrient Management Specialist: Manure is utilized as a nutrient source for many Minnesota corn and soybean growers. Melissa is researching many ways of applying manure to maximize the nutrient benefits. Much of this work is done at the SROC and results from several of these trials will be summarized.

About SROC
The Southern Research and Outreach Center (SROC) conducts innovative basic and applied research in the areas of agricultural production, human health, renewable energy, and the environment. SROC is one of 10 unique Research and Outreach Centers throughout Minnesota within the University of Minnesota’s College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS). SROC research and outreach programs focus on advanced cropping systems, dairy calf nutrition, swine nutrition and management, horticultural science, soybean cyst nematology, soil science, and bio-based products and renewable energy. Learn more about SROC at sroc.cfans.umn.edu.
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Strategic Farming 2023 Field Notes talks new small grain pest
2023-06-21 08:00 - 08:30 | North Dakota
Field Notes is back for 2023!
Crop producers and agricultural professionals face a host of challenges, including pests and pest resistance concerns, agronomic issues, and soil fertility questions. The Strategic Farming program will address your crop-related concerns in a weekly, research-based webinar with specialists in the field.
Field Notes features a live webinar with interactive discussions addressing in-season cropping issues as they arise. It begins Wednesday, May 10, 2023, and continues through August 23 on Wednesday mornings from 8 to 8:30 a.m. Weekly topics will be announced on the week of the program, and may include topics related to soil fertility, agronomics, pest management, equipment, and more.
Can’t make the live session? No problem. The discussion-based series will be recorded and available at strategicfarming.transistor.fm.
View videos and resources from the Strategic Farming: Let’s talk crops! series.
You need to register only once and may attend any or all of the webinars.

Strategic Farming 2023: Field Notes #8
2023-06-28 08:00 - 08:30 | North Dakota

Strategic Farming 2023: Field Notes #9
2023-07-05 08:00 - 08:30 | North Dakota

Rochester Crop Management Tour
2023-07-06 09:00 | 2300 Silver Creek Rd NE, Rochester, MN 55906, 2300 Silver Creek Road NE, Rochester, MN, 55906
Details on topics are to be determined but we will continue a weed management focus.
https://blog-crop-news.extension.umn.edu/2023/06/save-date-for-rochester-crop-management.html

NWROC Crops & Soils Day
2023-07-19 | Northwest Research and Outreach Center, 2900 University Ave., Crookston, MN, 56716

2023 Drainage Research Forum
2023-07-20 12:30 - 2023-07-21 15:45 | Sargeant Student Center, 2900 University Ave, Crookston, MN, 56716
Tentative Agenda
Full Agenda Coming Soon!
Thursday, July 20
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm: Check-in at Bede Ballroom
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm: Bus Tour of NW Minnesota Drainage Research Sites (boxed lunches & refreshments provided)
Friday, July 21
8:30 am – 3:45 pm: Presentations in Bede Ballroom (lunch & refreshments provided)
Confirmed Speakers:
Chuck Brandel, ISG
Laura Christianson, University of Illinois
Xinhua Jia, North Dakota State University
Jeppe Kjaersgaard, Minnesota Department Agriculture
Keegan Kult, Agricultural Drainage Management Coalition
David Lobb, University of Manitoba
Maryam Sahraei, South Dakota State University
Jeff Strock, University of Minnesota

USGC Annual Board of Delegates Meeting
2023-07-26 - 2023-07-28 | North Dakota
July 26-28, 2023 – 63rd Annual Board of Delegates Meeting

Farmfest 2023
2023-08-01 - 2023-08-03 | Gilfillan Estate, 28366 County Highway 13, Morgan, MN, 56266
At Farmfest, we strive to bring together the best in agribusiness from Minnesota and around the country. We endeavor to provide one place for farmers to network, experience and learn to grow their farming operations.
We use 50 acres of land to showcase products, services and technologies from over 500 exhibitors and vendors. Through careful planning and organization, we provide live product demonstrations, host smart and insightful educational sessions and organize fun family activities to not only help farmers grow their family businesses but also to celebrate farming and the rural lifestyle.

Minnesota State Fair
2023-08-24 - 2023-09-04 | North Dakota

Soil Solutions: Improving Farm Productivity through Healthy Soil
2023-09-07 08:30 - 14:00 | West Central Research and Outreach Center, 46352 MN-329, Morris, Minnesota, 56267
The event will feature a range of sessions, covering topics such as tillage, cover crops, planting green, and soil erosion. Speakers include experienced University and industry experts Jodi DeJong-Hughes, Anna Cates, Bailey Tangen, Angie Peltier, Dorian Gatchell, Marla Reikman, and Nic Jelinski. Sessions will rotate, each presentation given four times.

Minnesota Gophers Celebrate Ag and Food Day
2023-09-09 15:30 - 21:30 | Huntington Bank Stadium, 420 23rd Ave SE, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455
The University’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) and Gopher Athletics and a collection of agribusinesses from throughout the state will be joining forces to hold the eleventh annual Celebrate Ag and Food Day at Huntington Bank Stadium on September 9th as Minnesota takes on Eastern Michigan at 6:30pm at Huntington Bank Stadium.

The Gophers will highlight the hard work, innovation and resiliency of the folks who work in the agriculture and food industry here in the great state of Minnesota. Celebrate Food and Ag Day at Huntington Bank Stadium will put the spotlight on this aspect of Minnesota!

A big thank you to our partners that contributed to the success of Celebrate Ag and Food Day. Presenting sponsors are Compeer Financial, CHS, and Land O’Lakes.
Participating sponsors include: Ag Country Farm Credit, Bushel Boy Farms, Hormel, Minnesota Beef Council, Minnesota Corn Board, Minnesota Soybean, Undeniably Dairy, FFA, Brownfield Ag News, the University of Minnesota’s College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences for their continued support.
Join us in the Gopher Garden on Oak Street outside of 3M Arena at Mariucci starting three hours before kickoff at 3:30pm for tailgate activities, free samples, and more!

Big Iron Farm Show
2023-09-12 - 2023-09-14 | North Dakota
