The Ohio Conservation Tillage and Technology Conference is coming together to connect farmers, certified crop farmers and professionals with a full lineup of speakers focused on net income.

The event will be March 11-12 at Ohio Northern University in Ada.

The theme is “Getting More from Less.” Cutting costs is key after a year where corn and soybean yields were reduced for many farmers. And, with crop prices barely breakeven, the event is focused on sustainability and profitability.

Jeff Duling, Putnam County, will discuss how he works with Mother Nature to increase yields with no-till and cover crops. Part of his farmland is Paulding clay, considered the worst soil in northwest Ohio. He has increased corn yields on it by 50 to 75 bushels per acre.

Connor Sible, assistant professor at the University of Illinois, will share his research on various methods of “Managing Residue (from high-yielding corn): Mechanical, Chemical, and Biological.” 

Rob Myers from the University of Missouri will speak on regenerative agriculture.

Other main speakers, including the keynote presenter, will be announced soon, with about 60 speakers on the agenda, including about Ohio State University Extension educators and campus faculty.

The opening general session will start at 8:30 a.m. March 11, with the awarding of Ohio Master Farmers and the Ohio CCA of the Year. Four concurrent sessions beginning at 10 a.m. will follow, including Soil Health, Cover Crops and No-till; Nutrient Management; Agronomic Crop Management; and Precision Ag & Technology.

The four sessions on Wednesday will begin at 8:30 a.m., and end about 4:30 p.m. Sessions include Soil Health, Cover Crops and No-till; Crop Management; Water Quality; and Regenerative Agriculture.

Participants will be able to discuss one-on-one with speakers, exhibitors, sponsors and other participants. 

Registration will be a flat rate $100. Click here to register online or print a mail-in registration form as attached with payment. (Registration after Feb. 25, or on-site, will be $150.)

Those planning to stay overnight can take advantage of available but limited rooms at discounted rates at The Inn at Ohio Northern University. To take advantage of this promo, visit this link. (When reserving, mention CTTC.)

Source: Randall Reeder, CTTC organizer, president of the Ohio No-Till Council, OSU Extension emeritus