A theoretical and practical course covering seed treatment processes for soybean and maize, including insecticide/fungicide application, physiology of seed imbibition, and performance quality control.
Iowa State University Campus - Ames, IA, United States
Provides current, in-depth information on seed treatment products, seed pests and pathogens, chemical stewardship, application equipment and calibration procedures. Includes indoor equipment displays, presentations from company representatives, and multiple concurrent s...
Bringing the focus to testing for fungal diseases in seed. In the practical’s different testing techniques will be executed by the participants. Part of the workshop is reserved for an elaboration on molecular assays and how to use them in seed health testing.
Topics range from seed quality assurance and current issues in seed production to seed drying and seed storage to organic seed production and strategies for plant protection.
Online 10 am - 1 pm Pacific time - Online, CA, United States
A gathering for California-based people working with seed to network, exchange knowledge, and develop collective actions to build equitable, abundant, and resilient seed systems in the state.
Iowa State University campus - Ames, IA, United States
General “crop specific” workshop covering typical operations required for conditioning seed corn for lot sizes typical of larger foundation and commercial seed production. Additional coverage for a small lot or research applications may be included based on attendee...
Iowa State University Campus - Ames, IA, United States
Brand-specific workshop provides advanced color sorter training for equipment operators and other interested personnel. Hands-on training will be provided using corn and soybean seed. The primary focus will be on Satake machines, with additional coverage of advanced opt...