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Oakes Field Day August 1

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The North Dakota State University Research Extension Centers' annual field days show N.D. Agricultural Experiment Station research in action. These field days are open to the public. 

This month there were several NDSU Research Extension Center field days across the state. Finally, with great anticipation, we look forward to our field day in Oakes, a traditional which has continued for more than 25 years. This presents a valuable opportunity for individuals to gain further insight into the research activities conducted at this facility.  

Every day offers us the opportunity to acquire new knowledge, and our Oakes Field Day promises to enhance our understanding of crop management. It will be a valuable opportunity for me to connect with farmers, gain insight to their operations, and receive any suggestions or feedback regarding our work. Participants are encouraged to express their concerns.

Field Day also presents an excellent opportunity to engage with experts in several agronomic disciplines. We will discuss comprehensive reviews of variety trials for corn, potato, soybean, dry edible bean, and hard red spring wheat. Soybean diseases resulting from high moisture conditions and a specific study of white mold management will be considered. Emerging technologies such as robotic weeding solutions will also be undertaken. With our exceptional team of specialists, engineers, and technicians, we have extensive experience in crop evaluation and research, and we are dedicated to pursuing the best management practices for local growers.

Scheduled presentations:

  • Potato breeding updates – Asunta Thompson, potato breeder
  • Robotic weeding solutions and monitoring – Evans Wiafe, graduate student
  • Soybean disease under high moisture conditions – Wade Webster, soybean pathology specialist
  • White mold management in soybeans – Michael Wunsch, CREC research plant pathologist
  • Dry bean variety update – Juan Osorno, dry bean breeder
  • Organic matter matters – Carlos Pires, soil fertility specialist

I would also like to share with you that the new building is nearly complete. This will enhance the working conditions at the station, with offices, a machinery maintenance area, and a seed drying and processing area. 

You and your family are welcome to visit our new facilities. We are looking forward to seeing you on August 1, starting at 9:00 a.m. A sponsored meal will be provided at 11:30 am.

See you soon! 

Miguel Paniagua
M.Paniagua@ndsu.edu
Site Manager, NDSU Oakes Irrigation Research Site