The program has been approved for the following CCA Credits: Nutrient Management (2), Soil & Water Management (1), Integrated Pest Management (7) and Crop Management (3). 1A credits will also be applied following review by the Kansas Dept. of Agriculture.
The Agendas
Speakers & Presentations
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Soil Health
Abstract
This session will discuss applied soil management options including tillage, cover crops and grazing cover crops or annual forages to improve soil health with examples from production fields across Kansas. Participants will have the opportunity to test aggregate stability of soil samples collected from different management practices using the slake test.
Qualifications
Dr. Obour is a Soil Scientist and Professor with Kansas State University, PhD University of Florida. His applied research program is focus on developing a systematic understanding of soil management and agronomic production practices within dryland cropping systems and the impact of such practices on soil health, water use, crop productivity, and economic returns.
Length
50 Minutes
Category
Soil and Water Management
Cotton/Soybean Fertility and Production
Abstract
The focus of this 2-part 100 min session will be diagnostic tools for nutrient management in cotton and soybeans, with emphasis on the main limiting nutrients, and fertilizer options for increased productivity and nutrient use efficiency will be discussed. The session will also address current production issues in Kansas.
Qualifications
Dr. Ruiz Diaz is a Soil Fertility specialist and Professor with Kansas State University, PhD Iowa State University.
Dr. Simon is a Regional Agronomist and Assistant Professor with Kansas State University, PhD Kansas State University.
Dr. Sullivan is a Regional Agronomist and Assistant Professor with Kansas State University, PhD Utah State University.
Length
50 Minutes
Category
Nutrient Management, Crop Production
Herbicide Symptomology
Abstract
This session will provide a demonstration and discussion on the efficacy and injury of common herbicides used in corn and sorghum that are registered for use in Kansas.
Qualifications
Dr. Sarah Lancaster, Assistant Professor, Weed Science, Department of Agronomy, Kansas State University. Sarah conducts approximately 40 herbicide evaluation trials each summer and shares that information with Kansas farmers through various Extension outlets.
Length
50 Minutes
Category
Pest Management
1 – 1A
Cotton/Soybean - Growth & Development
Abstract
This session will cover relevant information related to plant growth and development for Cotton and Soybeans.
Qualifications
Dr. Simon is a Regional Agronomist and Assistant Professor with Kansas State University, PhD Kansas State University.
Dr. Sullivan is a Regional Agronomist and Assistant Professor with Kansas State University, PhD Utah State University.
Length
100 Minutes
Category
Crop Production
Crop Insect Pests
Abstract
Attendees will improve their ability to identify currently active pests in corn, soybeans, grain sorghum, cotton, sunflowers, and alfalfa. Management recommendations for the organisms will also be discussed.
Qualifications
Dr. Whitworth is a Professor and Extension specialist for Entomology. He has 40+ years of experience in identifying and managing insect pests.
Length
50 Minutes
Category
Pest Management
1 – 1A
Precision Agriculture
Abstract
The presentation will explore the diverse applications of drones in precision agriculture, including field scouting for crop health assessment, monitoring crop growth stages, managing soil nutrients, different stresses, and predicting yields. In addition to these analytical uses, the talk will also highlight the practical and operational aspects of drone technology, such as aerial spraying and seeding.
Qualifications
Dr. Joshi is an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Precision Agriculture in the Department of Agronomy at Kansas State University, PhD South Dakota State University. His extension and applied research focus on precision agriculture and on-farm decision-making, leveraging a variety of sensor-based technologies, including drones, satellites, ground sensors, and open-access datasets.
Length
50 Minutes
Category
Crop Management
1 – 1A
Plant and Weed Identification
Abstract
The focus of this 2-part 100 min session is on the basics of weed plant identification. Participants will learn about key plant parts for identification, features of grass and broadleaf weed seedlings, traits of families of weed species, and use of botanical keys for identification. Participants will receive 50 minutes of instruction, then spend 30 minutes on practicing identification skills on seedling plants, and 20 minutes reviewing the key features of the seedlings.
Qualifications
Dr. Dille, Professor, Weed Ecology, Department of Agronomy, Kansas State University. Anita Dille has been teaching weed identification in her undergraduate “Weed Science” course and has co-taught this session for 10 years.
Dr Cott is an Assistant Professor of Crop Science in the Department of Agronomy at Kansas State University. Dr. Cott earned her B.S. degree from Missouri State University and her Ph.D. from Kansas State University. Her primary activities include teaching the Crop Science and Plant/Seed Identification courses, coaching the Crops Team, and developing a Crop Ecology research program.
Length
100 Minutes
Category
Pest Management
Optimizing Glufosinate
Abstract
Glufosinate (Liberty, others) has become a key herbicide for postemergence weed control in soybeans and cotton. This presentation will include data-based discussions as well as demonstrations of some key factors influencing the efficacy of glufosinate applications including nozzle selection, application volume, weed density and environmental conditions.
Qualifications
Dr. Sarah Lancaster, Assistant Professor, Weed Science, Department of Agronomy, Kansas State University. Sarah conducts approximately 40 herbicide evaluation trials each summer and shares that information with Kansas farmers through various Extension outlets.
Length
50 Minutes
Category
Pest Management
1 – 1A
Crop Diseases
Abstract
Identification and management of common cotton, soybean, corn and sorghum diseases that are most common in Kansas cropping systems will be discussed.
Qualifications
Dr. Onofre is an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist for Row Crop Pathology working on diseases of summer crops.
Length
50 Minutes
Category
Pest Management
1 – 1A
Hotel Options
CCA Recognition Lunch
The Kansas Certified Crop Advisor Board of Directors is pleased to recognize continuous years of CCA certification. This year, CCA would like to celebrate anniversaries by gathering on July 8, 2025 for lunch at KSU’s North Agronomy Farm (2200 Kimball Ave in Manhattan, KS 66502 – just north of Bill Snyder Family Stadium).
The recognition lunch is free of charge & will take place in conjunction with the KSU + KARA Summer Field Days. Lunch begins at 12:20 p.m., at which time anniversaries will be acknowledged in five-year increments, from five to 30 years of service.
As a Kansas Certified Crop Advisor – YOU ARE INVITED! To RSVP for the occasion, please contact Clay Fagan at (785) 234-0461 or clay@kansasag.org.
Pricing
July 08 - 09
- $220-
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- Registration Includes:
- Herbicide efficacy and injury
- Crop insect pests
- Crop diseases
- Weed ID
- Environmental and water quality
- Soil fertility
- Soil and nutrient management
- Multiple 1A and CCA credits
- and much more…
July 10 - 11
- $220-
-
- Registration Includes:
- Herbicide efficacy and injury
- Crop insect pests
- Crop diseases
- Weed ID
- Environmental and water quality
- Soil fertility
- Soil and nutrient management
- Multiple 1A and CCA credits
- and much more…
Single Day
- $135-
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- Registration Includes:
- Herbicide efficacy and injury
- Crop insect pests
- Crop diseases
- Weed ID
- Environmental and water quality
- Soil fertility
- Soil and nutrient management
- Multiple 1A and CCA credits
- and much more…