FVGAD Processing Vegetable Session

Wednesday, January 10, 2024
9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Exhibit Hall

Moderator: Drew Harris, Kent County Extension Agriculture Agent, University of Delaware

9:00 a.m.—9:05 a.m. 
Welcome
Shane Marvel, FVGAD President

9:05 a.m.—9:35 a.m.
Pythium Management to Maintain Stands and Vigor in Sweet Corn and Snap Beans
Dr. Alyssa Koehler, Extension Plant Pathologist, University of Delaware

9:35 a.m.—10:05 a.m.
Seedcorn Maggot and Corn Earworm Updates and Outlooks
Dr. David Owens, Extension Entomologist, University of Delaware

10:05 a.m.—10:20 a.m.
Presentation of the FVGAD Career Distinguished Service Awar

10:20 a.m.—11:00 a.m.
No-Till Sweet Corn
Dr. Elizabeth Maynard, Clinical Engagement Professor of Horticulture, Purdue University

11:00 a.m.—11:30 a.m.
Snap Bean Variety Trials, Lima Bean Breeding and Research Updates
Dr. Emmalea Ernest, Extension Fruit & Vegetable Specialist, University of Delaware

11:30 a.m. Adjourn/Lunch 

Credits for this session:

DE Pesticide Certification Credits: 1.00
MD Pesticide Certification Credits: 3.00
DE Nutrient Management Credits: 0.50
MD Nutrient Management Credits: 0.50
Certified Crop Advisor Credits: PM: 1.00, CM: 1.00