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Nebraska Extension Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic Virtual Training
COURSE 4 - Midwest Soil Health Clinic
Cover
Crops/Soil Health
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, in person training sessions were not offered in 2020 in an effort to protect the health and safety or our participants and presenters. The Nebraska Extension Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic training sessions are now available online, coming directly to you no matter where you are.
About this course
The presentations in this course are part of the Nebraska Extension MIDWEST SOIL HEALTH Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic. We wish to express our appreciation to the USDA-NRCS, private industry professionals and UNL staff and faculty for their efforts in sharing their expertise and knowledge at this educational program.
- Certified Crop Advisor
(CCA) credits are available for those who view the presentations and
complete the quick review questions and feedback questions.
- Continuing education credits for Certified Crop Advisors (CCA) = 1 Soil and Water Management.
- A certificate of completion is provided at the conclusion of this course.
Topics included in this course:
S1 – Welcome
25 - Cover Crops for Improving Soil Health - Cover Crops Plot Tour
26 - Cover Crops for Improving Soil Health - Cover Crops Mix Demo
27 - Management of Cover Crop Programs on Your Operation
28 - Cover Crops for Improving Soil Health - Cover Crops and Soil Health
S29 – Conclusion
Presenters include:
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Gary Lesoing, Nebraska Extension Educator
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Rich Russell, Arrow Seed Regional Sales Agronomist
- Introduction and Closing - Keith Glewen, Nebraska Extension Educator
About Nebraska Extension's Crop Management Training
Change is constant in agriculture. Keeping up with the latest technology and changes in crop production in a timely manner is a continuing challenge for those in agricultural professions. Ongoing, in-depth training opportunities are needed in crop
management and diagnostics by many producers and professionals. Crop Management Diagnostic Clinics help meet the needs of those seeking to stay abreast of current issues, production and management practices.
Nebraska Extension's Crop Management educational programs are tailored for agricultural businesses, representatives, producers, educators, and others wishing to expand their knowledge base or pursuing Continuing Education Credits. If you are seeking educational opportunities in crop production, management, and diagnostics, explore the links on this page to see how we can help you meet that need.
This training was produced at the Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic site at the Eastern Nebraska Research and Extension Center near Mead, Nebraska. Demonstration plots are specifically developed for training. We kept clinic plots active
throughout the growing season in 2020 and recorded presentations and demonstration.
More about the training:
- Virtual in-field training with CCA credits.
- Learn from the unbiased expertise of university and industry agricultural specialists.
- Up-to-date, current, research-based information is presented.
- The training sessions consistently receive excellent reviews. Last year, participants estimated the value of the knowledge gained and/or anticipated practice changes as an increase of $9.16 per acre.
The fee for this course is $30. To purchase and enroll in the course, click the following button:
- Teacher: Keith Glewen
- Teacher: Deloris Pittman
Nebraska Extension Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic Virtual Training
COURSE 3 - Midwest Soil Health Clinic
Soil
Health Properties
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, in person training sessions were not offered in 2020 in an effort to protect the health and safety or our participants and presenters. The Nebraska Extension Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic training sessions are now available online, coming directly to you no matter where you are.
About this course
The presentations in this course are part of the Nebraska Extension MIDWEST SOIL HEALTH Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic. We wish to express our appreciation to the USDA-NRCS, private industry professionals and UNL staff and faculty for their efforts in sharing their expertise and knowledge at this educational program.
- Certified Crop Advisor
(CCA) credits are available for those who view the presentations and
complete the quick review questions and feedback questions.
- Continuing education credits for Certified Crop Advisors (CCA) = 1 Soil and Water Management.
- A certificate of completion is provided at the conclusion of this course.
Topics included in this course:
S1 – Welcome
9 - Soil Health Bucket Overview
10 - Introduction of Soil Chemical Properties, Soil Health Management, and Soil Health Indicators
16 - How Healthy Soils Make Crop Production Easier
S29 – Conclusion
Presenters include:
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Michael Kucera, USDA-NRCS Agronomist, National Soil Ecology Team
-
Keith Byerly, NCGA Field Manager, SHP Kansas and Nebraska
- Introduction and Closing - Keith Glewen, Nebraska Extension Educator
About Nebraska Extension's Crop Management Training
Change is constant in agriculture. Keeping up with the latest technology and changes in crop production in a timely manner is a continuing challenge for those in agricultural professions. Ongoing, in-depth training opportunities are needed in crop
management and diagnostics by many producers and professionals. Crop Management Diagnostic Clinics help meet the needs of those seeking to stay abreast of current issues, production and management practices.
Nebraska Extension's Crop Management educational programs are tailored for agricultural businesses, representatives, producers, educators, and others wishing to expand their knowledge base or pursuing Continuing Education Credits. If you are seeking educational opportunities in crop production, management, and diagnostics, explore the links on this page to see how we can help you meet that need.
This training was produced at the Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic site at the Eastern Nebraska Research and Extension Center near Mead, Nebraska. Demonstration plots are specifically developed for training. We kept clinic plots active
throughout the growing season in 2020 and recorded presentations and demonstration.
More about the training:
- Virtual in-field training with CCA credits.
- Learn from the unbiased expertise of university and industry agricultural specialists.
- Up-to-date, current, research-based information is presented.
- The training sessions consistently receive excellent reviews. Last year, participants estimated the value of the knowledge gained and/or anticipated practice changes as an increase of $9.16 per acre.
The fee for this course is $30. To purchase and enroll in the course, click the following button:
- Teacher: Keith Glewen
- Teacher: Deloris Pittman
Nebraska Extension Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic Virtual Training
COURSE 2 - Midwest Soil Health Clinic
Soil
Biological Properties
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, in person training sessions were not offered in 2020 in an effort to protect the health and safety or our participants and presenters. The Nebraska Extension Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic training sessions are now available online, coming directly to you no matter where you are.
About this course
The presentations in this course are part of the Nebraska Extension MIDWEST SOIL HEALTH Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic. We wish to express our appreciation to the USDA-NRCS, private industry professionals and UNL staff and faculty for their efforts in sharing their expertise and knowledge at this educational program.
- Certified Crop Advisor
(CCA) credits are available for those who view the presentations and
complete the quick review questions and feedback questions.
- Continuing education credits for Certified Crop Advisors (CCA) = 1 Soil and Water Management.
- A certificate of completion is provided at the conclusion of this course.
Topics included in this course:
S1 – Welcome
S21 - Soil Biology
S22 - What is Soil Biology - Active Carbon Test - Interpreting Soil Test Reports - Haney Tests
S23 - What is Soil Biology - Active Carbon Test - Soil Biology
S24 - Biological Indicators and Tests
S29 – Conclusion
Presenters include:
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Candy Thomas, NRCS Natural Resources Specialist
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Aaron Hird, USDA/NRCS Nebraska Soil Health Specialist
- Introduction and Closing - Keith Glewen, Nebraska Extension Educator
About Nebraska Extension's Crop Management Training
Change is constant in agriculture. Keeping up with the latest technology and changes in crop production in a timely manner is a continuing challenge for those in agricultural professions. Ongoing, in-depth training opportunities are needed in crop
management and diagnostics by many producers and professionals. Crop Management Diagnostic Clinics help meet the needs of those seeking to stay abreast of current issues, production and management practices.
Nebraska Extension's Crop Management educational programs are tailored for agricultural businesses, representatives, producers, educators, and others wishing to expand their knowledge base or pursuing Continuing Education Credits. If you are seeking educational opportunities in crop production, management, and diagnostics, explore the links on this page to see how we can help you meet that need.
This training was produced at the Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic site at the Eastern Nebraska Research and Extension Center near Mead, Nebraska. Demonstration plots are specifically developed for training. We kept clinic plots active
throughout the growing season in 2020 and recorded presentations and demonstration.
More about the training:
- Virtual in-field training with CCA credits.
- Learn from the unbiased expertise of university and industry agricultural specialists.
- Up-to-date, current, research-based information is presented.
- The training sessions consistently receive excellent reviews. Last year, participants estimated the value of the knowledge gained and/or anticipated practice changes as an increase of $9.16 per acre.
The fee for this course is $30. To purchase and enroll in the course, click the following button:
- Teacher: Keith Glewen
- Teacher: Deloris Pittman
Nebraska Extension Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic Virtual Training
COURSE 1 - Midwest Soil Health Clinic
Soil
Physical Properties
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, in person training sessions were not offered in 2020 in an effort to protect the health and safety or our participants and presenters. The Nebraska Extension Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic training sessions are now available online, coming directly to you no matter where you are.
About this course
The presentations in this course are part of the Nebraska Extension MIDWEST SOIL HEALTH Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic. We wish to express our appreciation to the USDA-NRCS, private industry professionals and UNL staff and faculty for their efforts in sharing their expertise and knowledge at this educational program.
- Certified Crop Advisor
(CCA) credits are available for those who view the presentations and
complete the quick review questions and feedback questions.
- Continuing education credits for Certified Crop Advisors (CCA) = 1 Soil and Water Management.
- A certificate of completion is provided at the conclusion of this course.
Topics included in this course:
S1 – Welcome
2 - Soil Characteristics, Productivity & Landscape Position - Part 1
3 - Soil Characteristics, Productivity & Landscape Position - Part 2
4 - Physical Soil Properties – The Foundation for Soil Health! - Soil Property Interactions
5 - Physical Soil Properties – The Foundation for Soil Health! - Soil Structure
6 - Physical Soil Properties – The Foundation for Soil Health! - Soil Aggregates
7 - Physical Soil Properties – The Foundation for Soil Health! - Soil Compaction
8 - Physical Soil Properties – The Foundation for Soil Health! - Soil Erosion
17 - Measuring Bulk Density, Porosity and Infiltration, How it Impacts Soil Health - Soil Infiltration
18 - Measuring Bulk Density, Porosity and Infiltration, How it Impacts Soil Health - Bulk Density Demo
19 - Measuring Bulk Density, Porosity and Infiltration, How it Impacts Soil Health - Calculating Bulk Density
20 - Soil Infiltration
S29 – Conclusion
Presenters include:
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Neil Dominy, USDA-NRCS Nebraska State Soil Scientist
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Keith Glewen, Nebraska Extension Educator
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Patrick Cowsert, NRCS Resource Soil Scientist
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Michael Sindelair, Nebraska Extension Educator
-
Aaron Nygren, Nebraska Extension Educator
- Marty Marx, NRCS Soil Conservation Technician
About Nebraska Extension's Crop Management Training
Change is constant in agriculture. Keeping up with the latest technology and changes in crop production in a timely manner is a continuing challenge for those in agricultural professions. Ongoing, in-depth training opportunities are needed in
crop management and diagnostics by many producers and professionals. Crop Management Diagnostic Clinics help meet the needs of those seeking to stay abreast of current issues, production and management practices.
Nebraska Extension's Crop Management educational programs are tailored for agricultural businesses, representatives, producers, educators, and others wishing to expand their knowledge base or pursuing Continuing Education Credits. If you are seeking educational opportunities in crop production, management, and diagnostics, explore the links on this page to see how we can help you meet that need.
This training was produced at the Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic site at the Eastern Nebraska Research and Extension Center near Mead, Nebraska. Demonstration plots are specifically developed for training. We kept clinic plots
active throughout the growing season in 2020 and recorded presentations and demonstration.
More about the training:
- Virtual in-field training with CCA credits.
- Learn from the unbiased expertise of university and industry agricultural specialists.
- Up-to-date, current, research-based information is presented.
- The training sessions consistently receive excellent reviews. Last year, participants estimated the value of the knowledge gained and/or anticipated practice changes as an increase of $9.16 per acre.
The fee for this course is $30. To purchase and enroll in the course, click the following button:
- Teacher: Keith Glewen
- Teacher: Deloris Pittman
Nebraska Extension Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic Virtual Training
COURSE 5 - Midwest Soil Health Clinic
Nutrient
Management
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, in person training sessions were not offered in 2020 in an effort to protect the health and safety or our participants and presenters. The Nebraska Extension Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic training sessions are now available online, coming directly to you no matter where you are.
About this course
The presentations in this course are part of the Nebraska Extension MIDWEST SOIL HEALTH Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic. We wish to express our appreciation to the USDA-NRCS, private industry professionals and UNL staff and faculty for their efforts in sharing their expertise and knowledge at this educational program.
- Certified Crop Advisor
(CCA) credits are available for those who view the presentations and
complete the quick review questions and feedback questions.
- Continuing education credits for Certified Crop Advisors (CCA) = 1 Nutrient Management.
- A certificate of completion is provided at the conclusion of this course.
Topics included in this course:
S1 – Welcome
S11 - Plant nutrient deficiencies
S12 - Soil pH
S13 - Soil Phosphorus
S14 - Soil Nitrogen
S15 - Soil Temperature and Electroconductivity (EC)
S29 – Conclusion
Presenters include:
-
Michael Kucera, USDA-NRCS Agronomist, National Soil Ecology Team
-
Keith Byerly, NCGA Field Manager, SHP Kansas and Nebraska
-
Introduction and Closing - Keith Glewen, Nebraska Extension Educator
About Nebraska Extension's Crop Management Training
Change is constant in agriculture. Keeping up with the latest technology and changes in crop production in a timely manner is a continuing challenge for those in agricultural professions. Ongoing, in-depth training opportunities are needed in crop
management and diagnostics by many producers and professionals. Crop Management Diagnostic Clinics help meet the needs of those seeking to stay abreast of current issues, production and management practices.
Nebraska Extension's Crop Management educational programs are tailored for agricultural businesses, representatives, producers, educators, and others wishing to expand their knowledge base or pursuing Continuing Education Credits. If you are seeking educational opportunities in crop production, management, and diagnostics, explore the links on this page to see how we can help you meet that need.
This training was produced at the Crop Management Diagnostic Clinic site at the Eastern Nebraska Research and Extension Center near Mead, Nebraska. Demonstration plots are specifically developed for training. We kept clinic plots active
throughout the growing season in 2020 and recorded presentations and demonstration.
More about the training:
- Virtual in-field training with CCA credits.
- Learn from the unbiased expertise of university and industry agricultural specialists.
- Up-to-date, current, research-based information is presented.
- The training sessions consistently receive excellent reviews. Last year, participants estimated the value of the knowledge gained and/or anticipated practice changes as an increase of $9.16 per acre.
The fee for this course is $30. To purchase and enroll in the course, click the following button:
- Facilitator: Keith Glewen
- Facilitator: Deloris Pittman
- Content Specialists: Aaron Nygren
You will be able to re-enroll in the CFA recertification programs at https://register.ext.vt.edu/search/publicCourseAdvancedSearch.do?method=doPaginatedSearch&cspIndex=true&showInternal=false&courseSearch.courseDescriptionKeyword=fertilizer; however, there will be a minimal fee for enrollment ($10) and all testing modules will have to be completed again in the new system, regardless if they have been completed in the previous CFA programs.
Fertilizer Applicator Certification Training (FACT) is a cooperative effort of Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE), Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS), and the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).
For more information or to enroll contact: Whitnee Askew, Turf Program Manager, Virginia Tech at waskew@vt.edu
- Instructor: Whitnee Askew
You will be able to re-enroll in the CFA recertification programs at https://register.ext.vt.edu/search/publicCourseAdvancedSearch.do?method=doPaginatedSearch&cspIndex=true&showInternal=false&courseSearch.courseDescriptionKeyword=fertilizer; however, there will be a minimal fee for enrollment ($10) and all testing modules will have to be completed again in the new system, regardless if they have been completed in the previous CFA programs.
Fertilizer Applicator Certification Training (FACT) is a cooperative effort of Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE), Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS), and the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).
For more information or to enroll contact: Whitnee Askew, Turf Program Manager, Virginia Tech at waskew@vt.edu
- Teacher: Whitnee Askew
- Teacher: Mike Goatley
You will be able to re-enroll in the CFA recertification programs at https://register.ext.vt.edu/search/publicCourseAdvancedSearch.do?method=doPaginatedSearch&cspIndex=true&showInternal=false&courseSearch.courseDescriptionKeyword=fertilizer; however, there will be a minimal fee for enrollment ($10) and all testing modules will have to be completed again in the new system, regardless if they have been completed in the previous CFA programs.
Fertilizer Applicator Certification Training (FACT) is a cooperative effort of Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE), Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS), and the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).
For more information or to enroll contact: Whitnee Askew, Turf Program Manager, Virginia Tech at waskew@vt.edu
- Instructor: Whitnee Askew
- Instructor: Mike Goatley