By MADDY MEIER
Director of Communications and Outreach
Despite the sorghum harvest in Kansas beginning to wind down, the Sorghum Connection Series remains committed to empowering the state's sorghum industry.
This innovative program, launched in September by the Kansas Grain Sorghum Commission (KGSC) in collaboration with K-State Research and Extension and the K-State Department of Plant Pathology, announces a comprehensive winter educational program.
Building on the success of its inaugural field day series, which focused on stalk rot prevention and producer profitability, the Sorghum Connection team offers an additional series of one-day events across central and western Kansas. These events will delve deeper into key topics gained from the field days. These events will be held in Salina on December 4, Hays on December 5, and Garden City on December 6.
Attendees will gain valuable insights from leaders at Kansas State University on critical topics:
● Managing Chinch Bug Populations, presented by Anthony Zukoff
● Effective Weed Management Strategies, presented by Sarah Lancaster
● Unleashing the Potential of Sorghum in the Pet Food Industry presented by Julia Pezzali
● Navigating the Sorghum Market Outlook, presented by Dan O’Brien
"The Sorghum Connection Series is more than just a series of events; it's an investment in the future of sorghum production in Kansas,” says Maddy Meier, KGSC’s director of communications and outreach. “By providing producers with access to the latest research and information, we're empowering them to make informed decisions and drive innovation in the heart of sorghum country."
Each event begins with registration at 8:00 a.m. and concludes at approximately 3:00 p.m. To register or learn more, visit www.ksgrainsorghum.org.
The Sorghum Connection Series offers a unique opportunity for Kansas sorghum growers to connect, learn, and stay ahead of the curve. Don't miss this chance to cultivate success in the years ahead.