Weed management has changed dramatically in recent years. Farmers are faced with a

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WHY ATTEND:

growing number of challenges including weeds resistant to an expanding list of chemistries.

Locations: February 22 – American Legion, Montevideo February 23 – 4-H Building, Slayton February 24 – American Legion, St. James February 24 – Event Center, Hutchinson

Herbicide resistance issues don’t just go away, and an increasing number of weed populations in MN are resistant to multiple herbicide chemistries or site of action (SOA) groups. How can we combat weed resistance issues, and what can we do to help preserve the tools we currently have and those coming onto the market? Plan to attend one of these sessions to learn more about herbicide resistance and what you can do to help manage weeds and prevent resistance issues from expanding. Discuss the new herbicide-resistant crop technologies, while learning about the latest research and information on the importance of weed biology and cultural tools that can help us develop effective weed management programs for today and the long-run.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

management issues today, this program is for you! © 2016 Regents of the University of Minnesota. All rights reserved. University of Minnesota Extension is an equal opportunity educator and employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, this publication/material is available in alternative formats upon request. Direct requests to 507-372-390 Printed on recycled and recyclable paper with at least 10 percent postconsumer waste material.

University of Minnesota Extension Regional Office 1527 Prairie Drive Worthington, MN 56187

If you farm or work with farmers and want to learn more about herbicide-resistant weed management, one of the most pressing crop

Strategic Farming: Are You Resistance Ready?

PROGRAM AGENDA

LOCATION DETAILS

8:30 – 9:00 Registration and check-in

Wednesday, February 22

9:00 – 12:00 Program Topics include:

Pre-registration is requested by February 20 th at

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What is the current status of herbicide-

Speakers: Dave Nicolai, Extension Educator in Crops, and Tom Peters, Extension Sugarbeet Agronomist

resistance issues in MN and will problems go away over time?

Thursday, February 23

Understanding and using Site of Action/

4-H Building-Exhibit Hall

Group numbers in my weed management system.

3048 S Broadway Ave.

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In case of inclement weather, contact the Farm Information Line at 1-800-232-9077 for any weather-related updates.

Understanding weed biology and why it matters.

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New herbicide-resistance technologies – how can we use these tools, and what do we need to know about them?

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WEATHER RELATED ANNOUNCEMENTS:

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Montevideo & Hutchinson Locations: Dave Nicolai at 651-480-7706 or [email protected]

Slayton, MN (NOTE this session will be followed by a noon lunch, a cover crop and manure presentation @ 12:30, and the Southern Small Grains Tour from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.). Speakers: Ryan Miller and Liz Stahl, Extension Educators in Crops (morning program)

What cultural / non-herbicide options can I use and how effective are they?

Friday, February 24

Palmer amaranth in MN – what do I need to

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know?

St. James, MN

Pulling things together – developing a longterm weed management system for my own

Speakers: Lisa Behnken and Liz Stahl, Extension Educators in Crops, and Fritz Breitenbach, Integrated Pest Management Specialist

farm. Resources to help with weed management decisions on your farm will also be provided.

American Legion

Friday, February 24 Event Center 1005 Highway 15 South

For additional information, contact: Slayton & St. James Locations: Liz Stahl at 507-372-3900 ext 3912 or [email protected]

Montevideo, MN

How does herbicide resistance develop?

http://z.umn.edu/resready. A registration fee of $10 ($15 at the Slayton location, which includes lunch) will be collected at the door to help cover program costs.

613 Legion Drive

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REGISTRATION:

American Legion

THANK YOU TO THE SPONSORS OF THIS PROGRAM, INCLUDING:

Hutchinson, MN Speakers: Dave Nicolai, Extension Educator in Crops, and Tom Peters, Extension Sugarbeet Agronomist

The Murray County Corn and Soybean Growers’ Association, Watonwan County Corn and Soybean Growers’ Association, and Monsanto.

Registration/check-in will start at 8:30 a.m., and the program will run from 9:00 to 12:00 p.m. at each location.