Individuals interested in learning more about the potential challenges and opportunities of growing cannabinoid hemp are invited to a field day at Meigs Farm, part of the Throckmorton Purdue Agricultural Center, 9101 S. 100 E, on September 16th from 1:00-4:30 p.m.
Cannabinoid hemp.
This activity was funded by Purdue University as part of AgSEED Crossroads funding to support Indiana’s Agriculture and Rural Development. Two different AgSEED projects will be highlighted,
“Getting it right inside: Developing a propagation standard for Indiana hemp Growers” and “Laying the groundwork for developing and measuring the impact of hemp IPM in Indiana”.
Field day topics include:
■ Hemp propagation
■ Variety trial
■ Pathogens of hemp
■ Insect and mite pests of hemp
■ Cover crops and hemp
■ Drone and aerial imaging
The field day will run from 1:00-4:30 p.m. Check in and packet pick up begins at 12:45 p.m.
Cost is $30, payable before or at the event. Make checks payable to Purdue DTC, 915 W. State St., West Lafayette, IN 47907. For more information or to sign up, go to https://am.ticketmaster.com/purdue/fieldday
