Nutrient Efficiency & Management Conference
February 15, 2012
Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel
Morton, Minnesota
More than 300 people attended last year’s Nutrient Efficiency and Management Conference, and over half of those in attendance were farmers, crop consultants, seed dealers, Certified Crop Advisors, and other non-government folks. This year’s conference is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:50 p.m. at Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel in Morton, Minnesota. The conference is free of charge and includes snacks, beverages, and lunch. Pre-registration is encouraged.
The conference is designed to provide an educational emphasis on nutrient management efficiency and water quality, while stimulating take-home ideas and techniques that will appeal to all who work in the agricultural sector. Bringing all parties together to understand the latest challenges is key to seeking and realizing solutions.
The 2012 program will offer 14 speakers addressing topics such as nutrient use history, nutrients and water quality, nutrient management, water management, nutrient use efficiencies, and an innovative on-farm nutrient management farmer – crop consultant panel discussion. In addition, time is allocated during the program for participants to explore a poster session. Continuing education credits are available for CCAs.
Sponsors include: MN Department of Agriculture, MN Ag Water Resource Center, University of Minnesota Extension, USDA-NRCS, Minnesota Corn Growers, Minnesota Soybean Growers, MN Crop Production Retailers, MN Independent Crop Consultants, Agrium, Mosaic, and Nutra-Flo.
Nutrient Efficiency & Management Conference Brochure (PDF: 2.41 MB / 2 pages)
Call for Poster Presentations (PDF: 308 KB / 1 page)
Online Pre-Registration for the Conference
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