November 29, 2001

Wide World of Weeds Workshop Set for Jan. 22

The North Dakota State University Wide World of Weeds Workshop will be held Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the Ramada Plaza Suites in Fargo.

According to NDSU extension weed specialist Richard Zollinger, information will be presented by NDSU weed researchers from Fargo, Carrington and Minot. Topics addressed will be a 2001 field research summary, weed resistance, controlling troublesome weeds, pigweed species identification, low volume and drift reducing spray nozzles and adjuvants, and managing biennial wormwood, wild buckwheat, Canada thistle and other annual and perennial weeds. A computer data base software program containing North Dakota research data will be previewed and there will also be a question and answer period with weed researchers.

The workshop is for agricultural professionals who advise growers with weed control and herbicide use recommendations. The program is designed for crop consultants, agronomists, agricultural dealers and distributors, extension agents, and industry representatives.

The workshop is open to all but participants must pre-register. Workshop fee is $50 per person and must be received with completed registration form by Jan. 9. No refunds will be given after January 18. For a registration form, call Michelle Blaskowski at 701 231- 7972 or email: mblaskow@ndsuext.nodak.edu .

Lodging arrangements can be made by calling the Ramada at (701) 277-9000. Mention attendance to the Wide World of Weeds Workshop to receive the reduced room rate.

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Source: Richard Zollinger, (701) 231-8157, rzolling@ndsuext.nodak.edu
Editor: Gary Moran, (701) 231-7865, gmoran@ndsuext.nodak.edu