SDSU Crop Hour virtual programs this week focus on small grains

SDSU Extension will discuss oat production during a Crop Hour webinar series February 9-12 from 10-11am CST each day.

• February 9: “How is Weed Control Different in Oats than Other Small Grains,” Paul Johnson, SDSU Extension Weed Science Coordinator; “Are There Insect Pests of Oats?” Adam Varenhorst, Assistant Professor and SDSU Extension Field Crop Entomologist
• February 10: “Crown Rust Management in Oats,” Emmanuel Byamukama, Associate Professor and SDSU Extension Plant Pathologist and Connie Strunk, SDSU Extension Plant Pathology Field Specialist; “What to Consider When Choosing an Oat Variety,” Jonathan Kleinjan, SDSU Extension Crop Production Associate
• February 11: “Nutrient Management and General Agronomy,” David Karki, SDSU Extension and Anthony Bly, SDSU Extension Soils Field Specialist
• February 12: “Growing Certified Oats,” Neal Foster, South Dakota Crop Improvement Association Executive Director

There is no fee to attend but participants will need to register for the weekly webinars on the SDSU Extension Crops page. Confirmation Zoom links and reminders will be emailed to attendees.

Educational credits (CEU’s) will be available for Certified Crop Advisers for each session.