By Andi Anderson
Planning for a new growing season looks different for every farmer and agriculture professional.
To support this wide range of needs, University of Illinois Extension is offering an online only Crop Management Conference designed to help agriculturalists plan and strategize from anywhere.
The conference gives participants more time and flexibility to focus on the information most relevant to today’s farms. Through exclusive online presentations, attendees can explore current crop production challenges and understand how these issues may affect the upcoming season.
Sessions are designed to be practical, informative, and easy to follow, making them accessible for professionals with busy schedules.
“With busy schedules and limited time as we prepare for another growing season, it’s important to reach agronomists and crop advisors where they are,” says Talon Becker, Extension commercial agriculture specialist. “The online conference gives attendees easier access to the latest findings from University-led research, equipping them with the information they need to support their farmer clients’ priorities, profitability, and future success.”
The program is open to crop producers, agricultural consultants, industry professionals, and students. Presentations feature research updates from crop science experts within the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Topics cover a wide range of important areas including agricultural safety and health, climate, digital agriculture and technology, weed and disease management, pest control, soils, sustainability, and conservation practices.
Registration for the conference costs $50. Online sessions will be available from March 1 through April 30, with registration required by April 15.
All participants must access content through a Learn at Illinois Extension account, with setup instructions provided during registration.
Certified crop advisers can earn continuing education units by watching presentations and completing short quizzes. Sessions range from 25 to 50 minutes and are worth 0.5 to 1.0 CEUs.
Complete event details and registration information are available online. For questions or accommodation needs, participants may contact Megan Weber, Extension program coordinator. Early requests are encouraged to ensure access needs are met.
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