UPDATE: The 23rd annual Cover Your Acres Winter Conference is set to take place on January 20-21 at the Gateway Civic Center in Oberlin. This urgent gathering will bring together producers, consultants, and experts to tackle pressing agricultural economic issues that are crucial for farmers today.
The conference, organized by K-State Research and Extension, will feature critical sessions on weed management, soil fertility, and the ever-important topic of economic challenges facing farmers. “Weed management, soil fertility — and economics, of course — are always on farmers’ minds,” said Stacy Campbell, the Crop Production Agent for K-State Extension.
Key sessions will include insights from K-State weed management specialist Sarah Lancaster and KSU NW Agronomist Jeanne Falk Jones, focusing on innovative strategies for crop rotations and targeted herbicide applications in Kansas. Participants can expect to learn about navigating the 2026 Crop Insurance Decisions from Jennifer Ifft, as well as the critical Top Five Legal Issues Farmers Don’t Think About, But Should from renowned specialist Roger McEowen.
The conference will offer a comprehensive look into how crop markets are affecting producers, featuring discussions led by Dorivar Ruiz-Diaz and Dan O’Brien. Additionally, Lucas Haag and Augustine Obour will address intensifying crop rotations and incorporating forages into dryland systems.
Registration begins at 7:45 a.m. on both days, with sessions concluding at 5 p.m.. Early registration, which must be completed by January 14, costs $60 for Tuesday, $55 for Wednesday, or $80 for both days. After this date, the price increases to $80 per day. The fee includes lunch, refreshments, and educational materials.
With continuing education credits available for Certified Crop Advisors and CEUs for Commercial Applicators, this conference is not only a chance to learn but also an opportunity for professional advancement.
For those eager to participate, online registration and the full conference schedule can be found at https://www.wkrec.org/events/cover_your_acres/ or by searching “Cover Your Acres Winter Conference.” For inquiries, call 785-443-3403.
Major sponsors of this essential event include AKRS Equipment, Hoxie Implement Co., and SurePoint Ag Systems, demonstrating the significant interest and investment in agricultural education.
Don’t miss this chance to stay ahead in the field—register now and make your voice heard in the future of agriculture!
