Summary:  This lesson discusses the importance of plant breeding through history, how one would recognize if the seed they are conditioning is protected by intellectual property rights; and more importantly, what are the mandatory best practices for seed conditioners when handling plant variety protected seed. This course is third in a series which will walk you through foundational concepts of seed conditioning. 

Upskill Credentials: If you finish the entire course including passing the quiz with a score of 80% or better (which you can take up to 3 times) and filling out the short 5 mins feedback survey, then you will earn a badge certificate of completion.  This course has been approved for 2 Crop Management CEUs through the national Certified Crop Adviser program.

Time Required: We estimate it will take you 2 hours in total to complete the course.  You can work on it at your own pace and do not have to complete it in one setting. Click on the eBook link below to begin. 

ADA Accessibility: We have done our best to follow ADA best practices. Let us know if you run into any problems or require further accommodations.

If you have any questions, please contact your instructor, Laura Pottorff, M.S., Director of Seed Program at: Laura.Pottorff@colostate.edu 

Acknowledgements: This online micro-credential upskilling course is offered through the CSU Ag Upskilling program. This material is based upon work that is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, under award number 2023-38640-39571 through the Western Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program under project number WPDP24-021. USDA is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Summary: Seed lots are not always used entirely each planting season. Seed that was purchased or grown this year may require storage to be carried over to subsequent planting seasons. When seed is carried over, it is expected to be of the same quality as seed that was recently produced.  As a result, understanding the best possible methods for carrying over seed to maintain high germination and viability is crucial. 

Upskill Credentials: If you finish the entire course including passing the quiz with a score of 80% or better (which you can take up to 3 times) and filling out the short 5 mins feedback survey, then you will earn a badge certificate of completion.  This course has been approved for 2 Crop Management CEUs through the national Certified Crop Adviser program.

Acknowledgements: This online micro-credential upskilling course is offered through the CSU Ag Upskilling program.  This material is based upon work that is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, under award number 2024-68018-42796, administered by Colorado State University.  USDA is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

           

This course has been replaced. Please visit the new course site to register and complete the course.

Transportation workers and others who need to flag traffic on public and private roadways in Nebraska who take this course will be able to successfully complete the required tasks of a flagger: Guide traffic through work areas; Protect workers; Prevent unreasonable delays for road users; and Answer motorists’ questions politely and knowledgeably.

This course is for all new certification enrollees after March 26, 2018. To access a certificate earned or finish a course begun prior to that date, visit the prior version of the course.

For information or to enroll in the 2018 course contact: Megan Patent-Nygren, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Local Technical Assistance Program, mpatentnygren2@unl.edu

Participants will learn a variety of competencies related to district court administration and management. Montana Clerks of District Court have worked with the Montana State University Extension Local Government Center to develop educational curriculum. The curriculum is designed to ensure the clerks of district court across the state receive timely. relevant, and impactful training and that each clerk can demonstrate key skills to perform the duties of their position. 

Proceedings from the 2023 Industrial Hemp Conference held virtually on February 23, 2023.  The conference included education and information sharing opportunities on industrial hemp including current research, agronomics, farmer experiences with growing grain & fiber hemp, the future of hemp foods, breeding & genetics, developing a fiber enterprise, CBD economics & markets, and regulatory updates. 

There are over 12 presentations covering all aspects of growing hemp!

2023 Southwest Ag Summit

Course Name: Irrigation Efficiency: technology updates and best practices 

Module 1: Yuma County Extension Update: Soil amendments and flow meters

Robert Masson, University of Arizona, Yuma, AZ

Module 2: Drought mitigation - Some Easy Solutions

Fred Ahnert, Rain For Rent

Module 3:  Guayule growth and yield responses to deficit irrigation strategies in the U.S. desert

Dr. Diaa Elshikha, University of Arizona, Maricopa, AZ

Module 4: Utilizing Drip Irrigation to Maximize Water Use in Vegetable and Alfalfa Production

Michael Bloomfield, Netafim USA

Module 5: Irrigation Efficiency in Salinas Leafy Green Production

Michael Cahn, University of California, Salinas, CA  

Course Number:  CCA # SS 57257, 2.0 CEU's (IPM) 

Course Name: 2024 Arizona Winter Citrus & Date Palm Workshop 

Module 1: Lemon Variety, Rootstock, Fruit Size & Nematode Trial Research | Alternative Insecticides for Citrus Thrips Management in Lemon | Corteva Label Update for Desert Grown Citrus

Dr. Glenn Wright, Associate Professor - University of Arizona | Dr. Wilfrid Calvin, Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist | Junior Evans, Territory Manager at Corteva Agriscience

Module 2: Advancing Sustainable Organic Production Systems in Arizona | Gowan Products for Citrus | FMC Citrus Portfolio Update

Dr. Ali Mohammed — UArizona Extension - Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist | Chris Denning, Desert Sales Rep - Gowan Company USA | Danielle Kirkpatrick, Technical Service Manager, FMC

Module 3:  Update on Citrus & Palm Disease | Date Palm Disease, Thinning, & Fruit Size Research Update

Dr. Alex Hu, Associate Professor, Extension Specialist, University of Arizona | Dr. Glenn Wright, Associate Professor - University of Arizona

Course Number: CA# DPR-1028-25, 2.5 CEU's (Other), AZDA # 25664, 2.5 CEU's, CCA # SS 59817, 2.5 CEU's (IPM) 

Course Name: 2024 Southwest Ag Summit

Fertilizer Management in the Desert Southwest

Module 1: Fertilizer Considerations for the Desert Southwest

Robert Masson, University of Arizona, Yuma County Cooperative Extension, Asst. AG Agent 

Module 2: TRUE Organic Product Updates

Ramy Colfer, Cody Benton, and Jay Harper of TRUE Organic Products

Module 3:  YARA Products Updates

Patrick Giannetti and Sebastian Korob, YARA International

Module 4: Nutrient Ag Solutions Product Update

Kyle Deol, Nutrient Ag Solutions

Course Number: CCA # SS 58727, 2.0 CEU's  

Course Name: 2024 Southwest Ag Summit

Integrated Pest Management Regulatory Update (Arizona)

Jack Peterson, Arizona Department of Agriculture

Course Number: AZDA #24972, 1.0 CEU's, CCA # SS 58721, 1.0 CEU's  

Course Name: 2024 Southwest AG Summit 

Plant Breeding Short Course: Theory, Methods, and Plant Breeding Industry 

Module 1: 

Plant Breeding 101: 

Robert Masson, University of Arizona, Yuma Co. Cooperative Extension 

Module 2: 

Plant Breeding 102: 

Dr. Hikmet Budak, Agricultural Professor, Arizona Western College 

Course Number: CCA # SS 58725, 2.0 CEU's 

Course Name: 2024 Southwest Ag Summit 

Soil Health

Module 1: Keynote Talk on Soil Health Principles and Assessments

Dr. Jerry Hatfield, Retired at USDA-ARS, Ames, IA

Module 2: The Desert Agriculture Soil Health Initiative (DASHI): Overview and Research Updates

Dr. Joey Blankinship, Associate Professor, The University of Arizona

Module 3: Updates from the Research-based Soil Health Extension Program in Arizona

Dr. Debankur Sanyal, Assistant Professor & Soil Health Extension Specialist, University of Arizona

Module 4: Soil Biological Health Indicators and its Application

Dr. Luisa Ikner, Assistant Professor, University of Arizona

Course Number:  CCA # SS 58720, 2.0 CEU's 

This is the basic training class for the trainees of the 2024 UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County.  This course is internal to the Sonoma Master Gardener program and is not open to the public. 

Participants will learn a variety of competencies related to municipal government administration, finance, and management. 

Course Name: 2025 SWAG: Arizona Pesticide Regulatory Update 

Module 1: Arizona Pesticide Regulatory Update 

Jack Peterson, Arizona Department of Agriculture

Course Number:  AZDA # 25670, 1.0 CEU's 

Course availability will be through the end of the year and will be removed December 31st 2025.