Field Crop Sessions
The MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference will feature several sessions geared toward field crop growers throughout the two-week program.
Several sessions related to field crop production are eligible for RUP and/or CCA credits. To learn if credits are offered for a session, click on the session title below.
Session recordings are available below.
Upcoming Sessions
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Field Crops Session Recordings
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Upgrades to older pivot control systems and 360 Rain- A Quick Look at a Robotic Irrigation and Nutrient Application System
Published on February 27, 2024
One of the newest irrigation ideas is 360 Rain. Explore how it may fit into Midwest crop production with over half of our center pivots over 20 year in age. Explore how this can be used to breathe efficiency into old equipment.
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Building Your Skills with Michigan’s Large Volume Water Use Registration and Reporting tools.
Published on February 27, 2024
Learn the ins and outs of the programs from the State Agency staff who rely on the Michigan Water Withdrawal Assessment Tool (MIWWAT) and the Michigan Large Volume Water Use Reporting Tool.
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Review of 2023 Irrigation Research
Published on February 27, 2024
What did we learn from irrigation research in 2023?
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Soil Health for Beginners: Caring for Your Farm from the Ground Up
Published on February 27, 2024
Soil health is a critical part of farming. If you are new to farming or new to the land, this is a perfect time to make a long-term plan. Discover approaches to learn about your soil and how to support better crop production.
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Irrigation Electrical Safety
Published on February 27, 2024
How do we safely operate electric pumps and center pivots?