Kansas State Extension will host two Crop Pest Management Schools in November. The first one is set for Nov. 17 in Colby at the City Limits Convention Center, 2227 S. Range Ave; the second one will take place on Nov. 19 in Phillipsburg at the Huck Boyd Community Center, 860 Park St.

All events will begin at 7:45 a.m. with registration and conclude at 5 p.m.

Join us in person to learn how to control the latest pests – weeds, insects, and diseases – affecting all crops in central and western Kansas.

Commercial applicators will earn one Core Hour and seven hours for 1A, certified by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. Certified Crop Advisors (CCAs) will also earn eight Pest Management Credits have been applied for. These schools would also be an excellent educational opportunity for agricultural producers.

The cost to participate is $75 if registered by Nov. 10, and $100 if registered after Nov. 10 or for walk-ins. To register, go to https://wkrec.org/events/.

If you register at the door, cash and checks will be accepted. We are unable to accept credit/debit cards at the door. If inclement weather occurs, the program will be held at a later date in an online format, or you can attend the other location.

For questions, please contact Jeanne Falk-Jones, K-State Extension NW area Agronomist, at 785-462-6281.

Stacy Campbell is an Agriculture and Natural Resources agent for Cottonwood Extension District. Email him at scampbel@ksu.eduor call the Hays office, 785-628-9430.