Experience Livestock and Agriculture Innovation at Dickinson Research Extension Center Field Days!

Thursday, June 22, 2023

The North Dakota State University (NDSU) Dickinson Research Extension Center (DREC) is thrilled to announce its upcoming field days. On July 12, a livestock-focused event will take place, followed by the annual horticulture and agronomy field day on July 13.

Livestock Field Day - July 12: Starting at 9 a.m. (MDT) at the Manning Ranch Headquarters in Manning, North Dakota, this event will offer valuable insights into various topics related to livestock. Expert presenters will cover subjects such as:

• The nitrogen cycle in rangeland - Llewellyn Manske

• Heifer development/finishing - Doug Landblom

• Comparing March and May Calving Systems - Zac Carlson

• Exploring the Interplay of Cow Size in the Production System - Lauren Hanna

• Assessing Fertilizer Impacts on Forage Nitrates - Ria McLaughlin

• Innovative Cattle Monitoring Technologies - Max Cossette, NDSU Agricultural Economics graduate student.

The following day, July 13th, will feature an exciting horticulture and agronomy field day at the DREC. The horticulture tour will begin at 9 a.m. (MDT), showcasing topics such as:

• Combatting the Emerald Ash Borer - Blake Johnson

• Addressing Tree Predation and Arbor Issues - Joe Zeleznik

• Creating Pollinator Gardens - Jan Knodel

• Garden Updates and Management Tips - Tom Kalb

• Troubleshooting Compost and Garden Soil Fertility - Augustin

After the horticulture tour, a complimentary lunch sponsored by the Dickinson Chamber of Commerce Ag Committee will be provided. Following lunch, at 1:30 p.m., the agronomy tour will commence, focusing on key topics such as:

• Examining Fertilizer Impacts on Forage Nitrates

• Innovations in Soybean Breeding in Western North Dakota

• Enhancing Soybean Phosphorus Management

• Addressing Palmer Amaranth Weed Challenges

• Insights into Kernza and Western North Dakota Corn Research

• Battling Sunflower Seed Weevil

• Update on Crop Diseases

• Acid Soil Lime Recommendations

For more information and to stay updated, visit the DREC event page .

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