modle@ksu.edu

Women Managing the Farm is a conference held annually aimed at supporting the needs of women involved with agricultural production. 

Extension agents and specialists, women involved in agriculture, representatives of partner organizations that support agricultural businesses and families.

hg@ksre.ksu.edu

public

http://www.hodgeman.ksu.edu/DesktopDefault.aspx

kamayer@ksu.edu, cotte@ksu.edu, llmarks@ksu.edu, b

Topics of importance to cow/calf herd managers including: genetics, trichomaniasis, winter range and nutrition, dystocia and the River Friendly Farms Program.  Pre-registration required, $5 registration fee.

Cow/calf herd managers

rbauernf@ksu.edu

At this update session, information will be presented regarding current and foreseeable entomological and plant pathological subject matter/issues as pertain to crop production, horticulture, pesticide safety, and IPM.

Extension Agents (ANR and Horticulture)

ppeters@ksu.edu

 The navigating Difference training is designed to assist Extension professionals expand their skills in working with diverse audiences.  Participants can expect this training to provide:

• A set of skills to enhance your work with diverse audiences
• A solid foundation in intercultural communications theory and practice
• Opportunities to apply new learning in your work.
  

This training is based on a set of cultural competencies and creates a safe and welcoming environment for all learners with activities that respect and support individual learning styles.  Participants' life experiences are viewed as an important source of knowledge.

Extension professionals

jdmcnutt@ksu.edu

Major topics include:  Extension mission, laws, budget, and finances; interpersonal relationships (True Colors); leadership and group facilitation; life management/balance (personal, family, and work); adult learning and development; professional ethics/conduct.

New Extension Agents

rbauernf@ksu.edu

At this update session, information will be presented regarding current and foreseeable entomological and plant pathological subject matter/issues as pertain to crop production, horticulture, pesticide safety, and IPM.

Extension Agents (ANR and Horticulture)

swick@ksu.edu

ESP Council Meeting

ESP Council Members

crboyer@ksu.edu

Getting ready for spring gardening season is an exciting time. We hope the sessions at RetailWorks will help you grow your business in 2012. Whether you are a garden center, nursery, landscape architect or maintenance firm, you will find something of value at RetailWorks 2012.

To download a copy of the brochure with registration form, go to: RetailWorks2012

Extension agents, garden centers, nurseries, lanscape maintenance firms

http://www.hfrr.ksu.edu/RetailWorks2012

swarner@ksu.edu

New extension agents participate in a three-day orientation designed to welcome them to K-State Research and Extension and launch them toward a successful career.

Topics include an introduction to organizational history and mission, extension educational programming, and the building of professional relationships.

New Extension Agents

drogers@ksu.edu

The Central Plains Irrigation Conference and Exposition features general and technical sessions and an industry trade show on the latest research on irrigation systems and equipment  and water management issues for the Central Plains area. CPIC is organized by extension personnel and industry members from Kansas, Nebraska, and Colorado. The conference and exposition allows individuals many opportunities to hear and exchange ideas with experts from other states and industry on the current state of irrigation technology and management. While targeted to irrigation producers and managers, it is also an excellent program for professional development and is certified for continuing education credits for consultants.

Primary audience: Irrigation producers and water managers, but beneficial to agri-business and water agency personnel

http://www.ksre.ksu.edu/sdi/REvents/cpia.html