University of Idaho Field Day and Farm Tour June 30
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Photo by Kathleen Painter Photo taken last year during the Farm Tour showing the variety trials at Houck Farms.
Interested in learning which wheat and barley varieties do best in Boundary County?
Please join us on Thursday, June 30, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., at the University of Idaho variety trial plots, located to the west of the home of Tim Dillin, 5285 Farm to Market Rd. We will tour this year’s trials comparing new releases of spring and winter wheat as well as spring and winter barley. Speakers from the University of Idaho will be discussing spring canola and mustard varieties, insect pests, and the market outlook for grain and brassica crops. Continuing education credits (2.5) and pesticide recertification credits will be available. Lunch will be provided by Houck Farms, but you need to call to register with UI Extension at 267-3235 to be included in the head count.
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