Eastern Nebraska corn growers can sharpen their marketing, production, and pest management strategies at the 2019 Fremont Corn Expo on Jan. 3 in Fremont.

"This program is unique in that it focuses on east-central Nebraska and the challenges faced by corn growers here the last few years," says Nathan Mueller, event coordinator and Nebraska Extension educator in Dodge County. "It's designed to allow plenty of opportunities, so attendees can connect with exhibitors and other growers throughout the day."

Elaine Kub, a market economist and author of the book, “Mastering the Grain Markets: How Profits Are Really Made,” will be the keynote speaker. Kub, a regular contributor on Market Journal, will present on "Prepping for Grain Market Opportunities."

Amelia Breinig, the new Nebraska Department of Agriculture assistant director, will discuss the three E's of corn economics: production efficiency, ethanol and exports, and how they can help keep Nebraska corn trending upward.

Other presentations will include:

• “Hail Know: Resources for Hail-Damaged Crops” by Tyler Williams, Nebraska Extension educator

• “Cover Crops and Insects: Finding a Balance Between Risk and Benefit” by Justin McMechan, Nebraska Extension crop protection and cropping systems specialist

• “Project SENSE: A Three-year Review of Sensor-Based Nitrogen Management in Irrigated Corn Production” by Joe Luck, Nebraska Extension precision ag engineer

• “Business and Industry Update” by Nebraska Farm Bureau, Fremont Chamber, Nebraska Corn Growers Association and Nebraska Corn Board

The event, designed so growers can come and go among presentations, exhibits and ag equipment, is free. It will be at the Christensen Field Main Arena at 1730 W 16th St. in Fremont, and will start at 7:30 a.m., with a complimentary breakfast and time to view commercial and educational exhibits. Presentations will begin at 8:45 a.m.

For more information on the program or speakers, visit Crop Tech Café.

Source: UNL CropWatch