Penn State Extension Crop Conference To Be Held In Towanda

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Agronomic crop producers are invited to the 2019 Crop Conference being held on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at the Wysox Firehall, 110 Lake Road, Towanda, PA 18848 (Wysox for GPS).  A variety of sessions offering progressive information on a number of key agronomic questions will be provided. Sessions include 2018 Disease Recap, Dairy to Beef Transition: Pasture Management, New Approaches to Variable Rate Nitrogen Prescriptions, Soil Fertility, Baleage Management, the 2019 Dicamba Training, and Conservation District and USDA Program Updates. Registration begins at 8:30 am, and the event will conclude at 3:00 pm. There will be time to visit with sponsors and vendors as well as networking with fellow producers.

Registration is as simple as going on-line at www.extension.psu.edu/crops-conferences or dialing toll-free to 877-345-0691.  You can also simply google search “Bradford County Crops Conference”, find the link identified as “Towanda” and register accordingly. Pre-paid registrations by February 5th are $20.00 while pay-at-door is $25.00. Registration fee includes lunch and refreshments.

Continuing education credits for restricted-use pesticide applicators (2 core and 2 category pending PDA approval), Certified Crop Advisors and Nutrient Management Planners will be awarded.

The Pennsylvania State University encourages qualified persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Casey at 570-265-2896 in advance of your participation or visit. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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