UPDATE: The 23rd annual Cover Your Acres Winter Conference is just days away, taking place on January 20-21, 2024, at the Gateway Civic Center in Oberlin. This critical gathering will bring together producers, consultants, and experts to tackle urgent agricultural economic topics essential for farmers today.
With weed management, soil fertility, and agricultural economics at the forefront, attendees will hear from renowned specialists. Stacy Campbell, the K-State Extension and Cottonwood District Crop Production Agent, emphasizes the importance of these topics, stating, “Weed management, soil fertility — and economics, of course — are always on farmers’ minds.”
The conference will feature K-State weed management specialist Sarah Lancaster and Jeanne Falk Jones, the K-State NW Agronomist, who will provide critical insights on effective weed management strategies focusing on cropping rotations and targeted herbicide applications in Kansas.
Additionally, participants can look forward to sessions addressing how to meet Crop Nutrient needs during lean economic times. Experts Dorivar Ruiz-Diaz and Dan O’Brien will present on how current crop markets impact producers, offering vital information that attendees cannot afford to miss.
In a standout session, nationally renowned agricultural law and taxation expert Roger McEowen from Washburn University and the Kansas Farm Bureau will reveal the “Top Five Legal Issues Farmers Don’t Think About, But Should.” This is a must-attend for anyone looking to safeguard their agricultural business.
The agenda also includes insights from Jennifer Ifft, a K-State specialist in Agricultural Policy, who will guide attendees through the intricacies of Navigating the 2026 Crop Insurance Decisions, crucial for future planning. K-State Agronomist Lucas Haag will discuss considerations for intensifying crop rotations alongside Augustine Obour, a K-State Soil Scientist, focusing on incorporating forages into dryland rotations.
The same programs will be conducted on both days, allowing participants ample opportunity to engage with the material. Registration begins at 7:45 a.m. each day, with sessions concluding at 5 p.m.. Early registration is essential, with a deadline of January 14. Fees are set at $60 for Tuesday, $55 for Wednesday, or $80 for both days. After the early registration period, costs will increase to $80 for each day. The registration fee includes lunch, refreshments, and educational materials.
The complete conference schedule and online registration can be accessed at https://www.wkrec.org/events/cover_your_acres/ or simply search for “Cover Your Acres Winter Conference.” For immediate inquiries, contact 785-443-3403.
Major sponsors supporting this vital conference include AKRS Equipment, Hoxie Implement Co., SurePoint Ag Systems, Lang Diesel, and 4G Farm and Sales. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain essential knowledge that could shape your agricultural practices and economic decisions in the coming years.