A South Texas Sunflower Production Seminar will be held on Thursday, December 15, 2011 at the Jim Wells County Fairgrounds (3001 South Johnson) in Alice. Rising prices along with increased demand for sunflowers have stimulated renewed interest in this native American crop.The seminar will begin with registration at 8 am followed by speaker presentations at 8:45 am. Topics will include overview of local Sunflower Production, Sunflower Production Tips, Insect Pest Management, Weed Management, Local Hybrid Test Results, Sunflower Marketing, Crop Insurance Options, and Updates from Sunflower Industry Representatives. Speakers will include experts from the Texas AgriLife Extension Service, Sunflower Industry representatives and local industry representatives. Following a catered lunch, there will be a tour of the Alice Grain Sunflower Cleaning Facilities.
To ensure adequate meal and facility arrangements all planning to attend should pre-register by December 14 by calling the Jim Wells County Extension Office at 361-668-5705.
Participants will be awarded 2 CEU’s for seminar participation. This workshop is being sponsored by the Texas AgriLife Extension Service and the Jim Wells County Field Crops Committee.
Individuals with disabilities, who require an auxiliary aid, service or accommodation in order to participate in any of the mentioned activities, are encouraged to contact the County Extension Office at 361-668-5705 at least eight days before all programs for assistance. Educational programs of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service are open to all citizens without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age or national origin.
