Vegetable and Root Crop Virtual Field Day

Contact: Betsy Braid, braidbet@msu.edu, 517-884-7081

MSU and industry researchers showcase research. Growers will see the results of ongoing crop research on the farms where the research findings can be implemented.

Draft Agenda

6:00 p.m. – Welcome, Ben Werling
6:10 p.m. – Asparagus Beetle Research Update, Jennifer Zavalnitskaya and Dr. Zsofia Szendrei
6:30 p.m. – Nitrogen rate and timing for Michigan Veggies, Michael Metiva and Dr. Zach Hayden
6:50 p.m. – Plant-parasitic Nematode Carrot and Parsnip Research, Ellie Darling & Dr. Marisol Quintanilla-Tornel
7:10 p.m. – Disease Control of Vegetables, Dr. Mary Hausbeck
7:30 p.m. – Root Crop Research Update, Ben Werling
7:50 p.m. – Question & Answer, Wrap-up, Ben Werling

Certified Crop Adviser and Restricted Use Pesticide Credits

This event will count for two restricted use pesticide (RUP) credits. Certified crop advisor (CCA) credits will also be available, pending approval from the state

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POTATOES NEWS Viktor Kovalev is the founder of Potatoes.News and the creator of the International Potato Tour (IPT) — a global multimedia project that connects potato farmers, processors, researchers, and agribusiness companies across more than 20 countries. Viktor writes about potato production, processing technologies, storage, seed breeding, export markets, innovations, and sustainable agriculture. His work combines journalism, field research, and video storytelling, giving readers and viewers a unique perspective on the global potato industry. Areas of expertise: Global potato market trends Seed potato production and certification Potato processing (chips, flakes, fries, starch) Smart farming and agri-technologies Storage, logistics, and export Interviews and field reports from leading producers

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