Boundary County Variety Trials 2017 Field Day
Kurt Schroeder, University of Idaho Cropping Systems Agronomist, discusses merits of different grain varieties at the UI Extension-Boundary County Field Day and Tour at Houck Farms in northern Boundary County. Courtesy photo
University of Idaho Boundary County Variety Trials 2017 Field Day Scheduled for Thursday, June 22
A field day and farm tour will be held Thursday, June 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Houck Farms, meeting just west of 5285 Farm to Market Road, Bonners Ferry, ID. The guided tour will look at test plots of dozens of varieties of spring and winter wheat, spring and winter barley, spring canola and mustard planted by the University of Idaho on land owned by Houck Farms.
UI scientists will discuss results and pros and cons of various varieties, including disease resistance, herbicide resistance, and general adaptation to different growing zones and practices. For the spring canola and mustard varieties, topics include variety selection and canola herbicide resistance packages, herbicide plant back restrictions for canola and mustard, management of canola insect pests, and an update on blackleg disease and control in Idaho.
Kate Painter, Boundary County Extension Educator, will discuss economics and the market outlook for grain and brassica crops as well as some alternatives. Crop budget resources will be available. Two pesticide recertification credits will be available for certified applicators.
A hosted lunch provided by Houck Farms and Monsanto will be served. Please call 267-3235 to reserve your spot. There is no charge for the tour.