2026 Advanced Crop Advisers Workshop

This is an advanced workshop for agricultural professionals, including crop consultants, agronomists, Extension agents and agribusiness representatives, who advise farmers with recommendations on crop production.

AGENDA

Tuesday, Jan. 27

9 a.m. Registration (Atrium) and refreshments (Royale)

9 a.m. Pest Identification Quiz begins (Royale) all day

10 a.m. General Session: Introduction (Royale)

10:10 a.m. General Session: Make Every Input Count in 2026 (Royale)
Chris Johnson, Janet Knodel, Bryon Parman, Lynn Paulson, Tom Peters. Panelists will share their perspectives on agronomic inputs necessary for 2026 and how to reconcile agronomic recommendations and economics. (1.5 CEU-CM)

11:40 a.m. Lunch (Royale)

12:25 p.m. General Session: Necessary and Recommended Herbicide Adjuvants (Royale)
Bryan Young. Understanding how adjuvants maximize herbicide efficacy. (1.0 CEU-PM)

1:15 p.m. Break

Participants will be able to attend two of three concurrent sessions during the day.

1:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions:

1. Alternative Weed Technologies (Executive)
2. Fertilizer Facts and Myths (Board)
3. Crop and Trade Outlook (Directors)

3 p.m. Break

3:15 p.m. Concurrent Sessions:

1. Alternative Weed Technologies (Executive)
2. Fertilizer Facts and Myths (Board)
3. Crop and Trade Outlook (Directors)

4:45 p.m. Adjourn

Wednesday, Jan. 28

7:30 a.m. Breakfast (Royale) and Registration (Atrium)

7:30 a.m. Pest Identification Quiz continues(Royale) until 9 a.m.

8 a.m. General Session: Staying Grounded: Managing Stress and Supporting Mental Wellness in Agriculture (Royale)
Monica McConkey. Practical strategies for recognizing and managing stress, maintaining mental wellness, and supporting others in the agricultural community. Learn to build resilience, maintain balance during peak seasons, and create a healthier work–life mindset while navigating the unique stresses of the ag industry. (1.0 CEU-PD)

9 a.m. Pest Identification Solutions and Awards (Royale) (0.5 CEU-PM)

9:30 a.m. Break

Participants will be able to attend two of four concurrent sessions during the morning. Bolded sessions are offered only once.

9:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions:

1. Insect Pests (Executive)
2. Diseases and Tools (Board)
3. Weed Management (Directors)

11:15 a.m. Break

11:30 a.m. Concurrent Sessions:

1. Soil Compaction (Executive)
2. Diseases and Tools (Board)
3. Weed Management (Directors)

12:30 p.m. Lunch (Royale)

1:30 p.m. Workshop Ends

Certified crop advisers will have the opportunity to receive 10.0 continuing education units (CEUs) by attending both days of the workshop. CCA CEUs are available in the following categories:
CM = Crop Management
NM = Nutrient Management
PM = Integrated Pest Management
SW = Soil and Water Management