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Wednesday, January 21, 2009
	7:00 am - 11:00 am	l	Exhibit/Trade Show registration and set-up
	11:00 am	l	Exhibits/Trade Show open to public CLICK HERE FOR EXHIBITORS
	11:00 am - 1:00 pm	l	Registration
	1:00 pm	l	Opening Comments - PNDSA President Welcome
	1:10 pm	l	PLENARY SESSION 1 Emerging Opportunities & Challenges for Agriculture Alex McGregor, President, The McGregor Company Crop Protection: New Product Development & Supply Chuck Foresman, Manager, Weed Resistance Strategies, Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc, Greensboro, NC
	3:00 pm - 3:30 pm	l	Coffee & Exhibits/Trade Show
	3:30 pm - 5:00 p.m.	l	CONCURRENT SESSION ONE CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
	5:10 pm - 5:45 pm	l	PNDSA 9th Annual Meeting
	5:10 pm - 6:30 pm	l	Cocktails in the Exhibit/Trade Show Area Evening Buffet in the Exhibit/Trade Show Area
	6:30 pm	l	New Spokane County Conservation District Grower Video Creating More Competiveness: A Sustainability Experience in South America - Franke Dijkstra, Dairy/No-till Farmer, Brazil
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Thursday, January 22, 2009
	6:45 am	l	Registration Opens
	7:00 am	l	Ag Pilots Direct Seed Mentoring Project PNW Direct Seed Breakfast Meeting Light Continental Breakfast in the Exhibit/Trade Show Area
	7:30 am	l	Local Grower Presentation: Mark Richter, Endicott, WA
	8:00 am	l	Guest Farmer: Eero Kovero, Direct Seed Farmer, Finland Cold Climate, High Moisture, Heavy Residue Direct Seeding
	8:30 am	l	Guest: Guy Swanson, Exactrix Global Systems Award Presentation to Clyde Cook, Ririe, ID (video)
	8:45 am	l	PLENARY SESSION 2 The Role of Soil Organic Carbon in the Global Economy Dr. Rattan Lal Professor, School of Natural Resources College of Food, Agriculture and Environmental Resources, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
	10:00 am	l	Coffee & Exhibits/Trade Show
	10:30 am	l	CONCURRENT SESSION TWO CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
	12:00 pm	l	PNDSA Awards Lunch New Direct Seed Grower Video: Jim Armstrong, Spokane County Conservation District
	12:45 pm	l	PLENARY SESSION 3 Agriculture Research Priorities for the PNW Dr. Dan Bernardo,Dean, College of Agriculture, Human and Natural Resource Sciences, Washington State University, Pullman, WA Dr. Jeff Steiner, National Program Leader, USDA-ARS, Beltsville, MD
	2:30 pm	l	CONCURRENT SESSION THREE CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
	4:00 pm	l	Conference Wrap-Up
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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
PLENARY ONE
1:10 p.m. GRAND BALLROOM		JANUARY 21, 2009
Emerging Opportunities & Challenges in Agriculture		Alex McGregor President, The McGregor Company Colfax, WA
	Pacific Northwest agriculture is in Alex McGregor’s blood. As President of a large crop supply company and an enduring advocate for the survival, health and prosperity of agriculture, Alex will share what he sees are the challenges and opportunities for the agriculture industry. He will touch on the many diverse issues which will impact PNW growers in the future.
	BIO: Alex McGregor is President of The McGregor Company, a farm supply business with 350 employees and offices in more than three dozen rural communities of the Inland Northwest. He also heads McGregor Land & Livestock, 125 year old eastern Washington wheat and livestock ranch.  The firm was honored as a “centennial corporation” by Washington Secretary of State Sam Reed as one of the oldest incorporated businesses in the state. Alex earned his bachelor’s degree from Whitman College; though an avid WSU Cougar at heart, he received his masters & PhD from the University of Washington.  His book, Counting Sheep, a history of agriculture in the Inland NW, was chosen as one of the top one hundred “centennial books” written since Washington became a state.  Alex taught history at the University of Washington & at Whitman College before joining his family firm.
Crop Protection: New Product Development and Supply		Chuck Foresman Senior Technical Brand Manager, Herbicide Resistance, Syngenta Crop Protection Inc, Greensboro, NC
	As one of the largest crop protection and life science companies, with operations in every country around the globe, Syngenta is on the leading edge of new technology development. It is well documented that the adoption of direct seed cropping systems leads to changing weed, insect and disease profiles. Combine these changes with the relatively small market of the PNW region (on a global scale) and the highly variable PNW agro-climatic conditions, and the development of crop protection products that are designed to address specific agronomic issues of this region becomes a challenge in itself. Chuck Foresman will provide an overview of Syngenta’s mission to develop high quality crop protection products and the future support network it expects to provide for this region’s growers.
	BIO: Chuck is the senior technical brand manager for herbicide resistance within the Syngenta NAFTA Marketing group.  In this role, he leads the effort to position Syngenta as a market leader in providing solutions to the increasingly important issue of weed resistance, a major concern to growers where glyphosate-tolerant crops are expanding.  Chuck is an expert in weed resistance, having worked extensively with many universities and research associates around the globe on the subject.  Prior to this role, he served as technical brand manager for non-selective herbicides and held various development roles within Syngenta.  Chuck holds a bachelor’s degree in agronomy from Western Illinois University along with a master’s degree in agronomy from the University of Wisconsin.
PLENARY TWO
8:45 am GRAND BALLROOM		JANUARY 22, 2009
The Role of Soil Organic Carbon in the Global Economy		Dr. Rattan Lal Professor, School of Natural Resources College of Food, Agriculture and Environmental Resources, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
	Dr.Lal is recognized internationally as an authority on the ability of agriculture soils to sequester carbon and the important role of soil organic carbon in Meeting Global Demand for increased food, fiber and energy production. Dr. Lal has independently written 9 books, authored chapters in another 250, edited 43, and provided many additional contributions to journals and conference papers. He will discuss the important role of conservation agriculture cropping systems to long term food security and the ongoing research priorities that are needed to generate greater understanding of soil ecosystems and the important interactions of cropping systems within those ecosystems.
	BIO: Information to be updated.
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PLENARY THREE
12:45 pm GRAND BALLROOM		JANUARY 22, 2009
Agriculture Research Priorities for the PNW
	Agriculture research for dryland agriculture production in the PNW is in transition. Over the last two years, under the threat of program closure, PNDSA and area growers have actively lobbied for continued financial support to maintain this important industry resource. There is the perception that funding sources are redefining their research priorities and that the dryland cropping sector must prioritize to work within this new reality. Dr. Jeff Steiner, USDA-ARS Program Lead and Dr. Dan Bernardo, Dean of the WSU College of Agriculture will present their views on the federal and local level priorities for dryland agriculture research. They will discuss where the dryland cropping sector fits within the broader agriculture research priorities and what to expect in terms of continued financial support for long term and immediate need research programs.
Dr. Dan Bernardo Dean, College of Agriculture, Human and Natural Resource Sciences, Washington State University, Pullman, WA
	BIO: Dan Bernardo has been Dean of the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resources Sciences (CAHNRS) at Washington State University since August 2005.  In this position, he is responsible for administering teaching, research, and outreach programs in food, agricultural, natural resource, and human sciences.   Prior to moving to Washington State, Dr. Bernardo was Professor and Department Head of the Department of Agricultural Economics at Kansas State University (KSU) from 1995 through 2005.  He earned his Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from Washington State University and a B.S. in Agricultural and Managerial Economics from the University of California, Davis.
Dr. Jeff Steiner National Program Leader USDA-ARS, Beltsville, MD
	BIO: Dr. Jeffrey Steiner is National Program Leader for Agricultural System Competitiveness and Sustainability with the USDA, Agricultural Research Service – Office of National Programs in Beltsville, Maryland. He leads nineteen research projects around the country that are producing new kinds of technology and systems to help producers respond to changing environmental and market conditions, enhance natural resources quality, and increase American food, fiber, and energy security. Jeff is also a member of the USDA Council for Sustainable Development, and represents ARS and the USDA Research, Education, and Economics mission area in other matters related to sustainability, particularly in the emerging area of agricultural based bioenergy production. He also coordinates the ARS organic agriculture portfolio. Jeff received his B.S. and M.S. degrees from California State University-Fresno, and the Ph.D. from Oregon State University. He is a Fellow of the American Society of Agronomy and Crop Science Society of America.
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INTERNATIONAL GUEST SPEAKERS
6:30 pm GRAND BALLROOM		JANUARY 21, 2009
Creating More Competitiveness: A Sustainability Experience in South America		Franke Dijkstra Dairy/No-till Farmer, Brazil
	As president of the No-till Federation in Brazil, Franke Dijkstra is also founder and past-president of the ABC Agriculture Research Foundation, a farmer organization which supports the no-till movement with research and education.  Franke is a pioneer of no-till in Brazil and he and his farm have been recognized by the Brazilian government and industry with many prestigious awards. Brazil now boasts of a 60% no-till adoption rate or 64 million acres. To achieve this, however, when the Brazilian government would not support research and extension of no-till practices, growers formed and financed the ABC Agriculture Research Foundation to advance no-till solutions. Franke will discuss how the organization functions and the results that have been achieved.
	BIO: Franke Dijkstra from Ponta Grossa, Brazil, has a 950 cow dairy operation and manages 4000 acres of cropland. He was one of the first farmers to use no-till in Brazil. He is president of the No-Till Federation in Brazil, and is past president of the dairy cooperative Batavo, the first agro-cooperative in Brazil, for 12 years. He received the Scientific Merit Award from President Lula in 2004 for his pioneer efforts in no-tillage. Mr. Dijkstra’s farm was awarded the Best Farm of Brazil Award in 2007 by Exame Magazine, and the award for Best Managed Farm in Brazil in 2007 by Agroconsult.
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8:00 am GRAND BALLROOM		JANUARY 22, 2009
Direct Seed Breakfast Guest Speaker Cold Climate, High Moisture, Heavy Residue Direct Seeding		Eero Kovero Direct Seed Farmer, Finland
	Eero Kovero has been visiting local PNW farms for a number of years now, both on his own and more recently by leading tours of Finish farmers through the region. He has also hosted PNW growers to his farm in Finland; all in an effort to learn as much about direct seeding as possible. After several years of experimenting and through the trials and tribulations of building his own direct seed drill, Eero direct seeded his entire farm in the spring of 2008. Eero is another fine example of the credo: the principles of direct seed work in every environment. Enthusiasm and commitment to the princi ples of direct seeding make it happen.
	BIO: After 5 years of agriculture school, Eero started working of Pro Agria, a farmer education institute for northern European farmers. In 1995 Eero brought his first group of Pro Agria farmers on tour to the PNW to learn about farming and life in this region. In recent years he has been bringing two groups per year. He returned to his family farm in 2004 and implemented 100% no-till, growing barley, wheat, oat and canola.
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2009 Direct Seed Cropping Systems Conference Concurrent Sessions
CONCURRENT SESSION ONE
JANUARY 21 l 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.
ROOM A	PRECISION AG: On Farm Research
ROOM C	WIREWORM: Diagnostics and Control
ROOM D	ENERGY CROPS: Seed Establishment & Harvest Strategies
ROOM E	2008 FARM BILL: Direct Seed Opportunities in the Conservation Title
ROOM G	Harvest Yield Data to Optimize Nutrient Planning
ROOM H	STEEP Research Update
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CONCURRENT SESSION TWO
JANUARY 22 l 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 pm
ROOM A	PRECISION AG: On Farm Research
ROOM C	NEW CARBON MARKETS: The Idaho, Oregon and Washington Perspective
ROOM D	ENERGY CROPS: Seed Establishment & Harvest Strategies
ROOM E	2008 FARM BILL: Direct Seed Opportunities in the Conservation Title
ROOM G	ENERGY CROPS: Weed, Fertility & Herbicide Management Strategies
ROOM H	STEEP Research Update
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CONCURRENT SESSION THREE
JANUARY 22 l 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.
ROOM C	NEW CARBON MARKETS: The Idaho, Oregon and Washington Perspective
ROOM A	WIREWORM: Diagnostics and Control
ROOM D	Harvest Yield Data to Optimize Nutrient Planning
ROOM E	International Direct Seeding Q & A with Franke & Eero
ROOM G	ENERGY CROPS: Weed, Fertility & Herbicide Management Strategies
ROOM H	STEEP Research Priorities
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ONE: Direct Seeding in ALL Rainfall Regions
ROOM A   CONCURRENT SESSION ONE       JANUARY 21     3:30 to 5:00 pm
ROOM A   CONCURRENT SESSION TWO      JANUARY 22     10:30 to 12:00 pm
PRECISION AG: On Farm Research
OVERVIEW:	Thinking that you know and knowing that you know are two different things and on-farm research often makes the difference between the two. There are funding support programs that can help growers evaluate between specific practices and part of the contract is that you have to share the results with your peers. This is a grower to grower information exchange session where you can be assured the research was done on a farm scale.
SPEAKERS:	l	Joseph Anderson Grower, Genesee, ID
	l	Bill Jepsen Grower, Heppner, OR
	l	Ron Jirava Grower, Ritzville, WA
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TWO: Direct Seeding in the Lower and Intermediate Rainfall Regions
ROOM C   CONCURRENT SESSION ONE       JANUARY 21     3:30 to 5:00 pm
ROOM A  CONCURRENT SESSION THREE      JANUARY 22     2:30 to 4:00 pm
WIREWORM: Diagnostics and Control
OVERVIEW:	Were large patches of non-productive areas in your field getting you down last season? Maybe your fields have wireworms. Since Lindane was taken off the market in 2006 wireworms have been on the attack, gnawing into grower pocketbooks at an alarming rate. It’s time to revisit wireworm diagnostics and take a closer look at where they are most likely to show up, why they are there, and what control options are available. If you think wireworms are pulling dollars out of your pocket then don’t miss this session.
SPEAKERS:	l	Aaron Esser Adams County Director, WSU Lincoln-Adams Area Extension
	l	Doug Deschamp Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc., Couer d'Alene, ID
	l	Rob Dewald Grower, Ritzville, WA
	l	Mark Sheffels Grower, Wilbur, WA
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THREE: Direct Seeding in the Intermediate and High Rainfall Regions
ROOM D    CONCURRENT SESSION ONE       JANUARY 21     3:30 to 5:00 pm
ROOM D   CONCURRENT SESSION TWO       JANUARY 22     10:30 to 12:00 pm
ENERGY CROPS: Seed Establishment & Harvest Strategies
OVERVIEW:	Canola, mustard, and other oilseed crops can have positive rotational impacts in direct seed systems. However, seed germination and seedling survival of brassica crops are major challenges to growers in the intermediate and rain fed areas of eastern Washington. Growers and researchers will share their experiences and approaches to overcoming these issues, including drill modifications, row spacing, planting dates and seeding rates. Different methods and timing of harvest will also be discussed.
SPEAKERS:	l	Lee Druffel Grower, Colton, WA
	l	Dr. Scot Hulbert Professor/Crop Pathology Scientist, WSU, Pullman, WA
	l	Laylah Sullivan Associate in Research, WSU, Pullman, WA
	l	Wade Troutman Grower, Bridgeport, WA
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FOUR: Direct Seeding in All Rainfall Regions
ROOM E    CONCURRENT SESSION ONE       JANUARY 21     3:30 to 5:00 pm
ROOM E   CONCURRENT SESSION TWO       JANUARY 22     10:30 to 12:00 pm
2008 FARM BILL: Direct Seed Opportunities in the Conservation Title
OVERVIEW:	As the 2008 Farm Bill is rolled out there are many new programs growers will want to weave into their operations. Some of these programs are revamped from the previous Bill others will provide new opportunity, either way growers will want to know how these programs will impact their farms. We’ve brought together lead representatives from Idaho and Washington to discuss the nuances of how these programs will be delivered locally.
SPEAKERS:	l	Bob Bartholomew Assistant for Programs, USDA-NRCS, Boise, IDAHO
	l	David Brown Assistant for Programs, USDA-NRCS, Spokane, WASHINGTON
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FIVE: Direct Seeding in ALL Regions
ROOM G    CONCURRENT SESSION ONE       JANUARY 21     3:30 to 5:00 pm
ROOM D  CONCURRENT SESSION THREE      JANUARY 22     2:30 to 4:00 pm
Harvest Yield Data to Optimize Nutrient Planning
OVERVIEW:	Getting the most out of your fertility budget has always been important but the cost of crop nutrients that growers are now experiencing has raised the bar to a new level. This session will provide an overview of the process that growers can use to incorporate yield monitor harvest data with other tools and knowledge to optimize their nutrient management program. This session will also look at the science behind the application of yield monitor data; how it relates to what is happening in crop and other influences that need to be considered when trying to determine optimum future crop nutrition requirements.
SPEAKERS:	l	Dr. Dave Huggins Soil Scientist, USDA-ARS, Pullman, WA
	l	Berk Davis Grower, Adams, OR
	l	Steve Riggers Grower, Clearwater Farms, Nezperce, ID
	l	Mike Kennedy Grower, Clearwater Farms, Nezperce, ID
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SIX: Direct Seeding in ALL Regions
ROOM H   CONCURRENT SESSION ONE       JANUARY 21     3:30 to 5:00 pm
ROOM H   CONCURRENT SESSION TWO       JANUARY 22     10:30 to 12:00 pm
ROOM H   CONCURRENT SESSION THREE     JANUARY 22     2:30 to 4:00 pm
STEEP Research Update
OVERVIEW:	Find out the latest results from the STEEP research program with the opportunity to provide feedback directly to the researchers on what you need from them in the future. Each of these sessions will provide a quick, in-depth look into recently released results of two or three specific research projects with time for a few direct questions. This will be followed up with an opportunity for some focused discussion on future research needs and priorities.
SESSION 1		SPEAKERS
	l	Dr. Donn Thill Professor of Weed Science, University of Idaho, Moscow, ID Tillage Effects Beyond Herbicide Carryover in Yellow Mustard
		The purpose of this study was to determine the response of yellow mustard to Beyond herbicide persistence under conventional, minimum and direct-seed tillage systems in intermediate and high precipitation zones. Field studies were done in Genesee, ID, Davenport, WA, and Pendleton, OR during 2005-2007 (year 1) and 2006-2008 (year 2), respectively.
	l	Dr. Stephen Guy Professor, Extension Agronomist, Washington State University, Pullman, WA Hard Wheat Nitrogen Fertility Management in a No-till and Conventional-till Comparison
		Comparison of nitrogen response for yield, protein, and grain quality of hard spring and winter wheat shows higher nitrogen fertilizer needs in direct seed compared to a conventional system. Cooler temperatures, delayed early season growth, and residue decomposition in direct seed management systems can reduce nitrogen uptake especially during vegetative growth when the majority of nitrogen is accumulated in wheat. A multiyear, tillage comparison of fertilizer rate and timing in spring and winter wheat will be the basis of this presentation. This fertilizer response relationship should have management implications on wheat class and variety selection, fertilizer amount and timing, and potential economic returns.
	l	Dr. Chris Mundt Professor of Plant Pathology, OSU, Corvallis, OR Improving Genetic Resistance to Cephalosporium Stripe of Wheat
		We have planted 1600-2000 plots yearly to identify higher levels of resistance to Cephalosporium stripe of wheat, with an emphasis on molecular mapping populations. We have identified progeny with high levels of resistance and are currently identifying molecular markers associated with this resistance. We also have evaluated elite nurseries for PNW wheat and barley breeders and have conducted studies of yield loss to Cephalosporium stripe of wheat and barley.
SESSION 2		SPEAKERS
	l	Dr. Dan Ball Professor of Weed Science, Columbia Basin Agriculture Research Station, OSU, Pendleton, OR Developing Chemical Fallow Systems for Intermediate Rainfall Inland PNW Environments
		This presentation will cover the influence of different approaches to summer fallowing on weed control, soil moisture retention, and subsequent winter wheat yields in intermediate rainfall regions.  Studies have been conducted near Davenport, WA and Helix, OR.  Comparisons were made between chemical (no-till) fallow and various fallow systems utilizing reduced tillage, including undercutter tillage.  The use of a optical sensor controlled spot sprayer (WeedSeeker) for weed control in fallow will also be discussed.
	l	Dr. Stephen Machado Dryland Cropping Systems Agronomist, Columbia Basin Agriculture Research Station, OSU, Pendleton, OR Spring Barley Increased Yield in Direct Seed Wheat?
		Results from a long-term cropping systems experiment (2004/05 - 2007-08 crop-years) indicated that direct seeded winter wheat following fallow in a 3-yr rotation with spring barley (winter wheat/spring barley/chemical fallow) produced higher yields than direct seeded wheat after chemical or conventional tillage fallow. The high wheat yield obtained from the 3-yr rotation was partly attributed to low levels of root-lesion nematode (Pratylenchus neglectus) incidences and low weed infestation. Spring barley suppressed root lesion nematodes that were prevalent at the experiment site.
	l	Dr. Steve Petrie Superintendent of Columbia Basin Agriculture Research Station, OSU, Pendleton, OR Effect pf Tillage and Hull Type on Yield and Quality of Dryland Food Barley
		Barley with high beta-glucan content (food barley) can reduce cholesterol, moderate blood sugar, and may offer dryland growers an attractive cropping alternative that can be successfully grown in low to intermediate rainfall regions. All current waxy, high B-glucan barley is spring type and usually has a hull-less seed. We found that yields of the well-adapted lines of food-type barley produced yields that were comparable to feed barley in three years of testing at Pendleton and Moro.  The hulled lines had greater seedling vigor and tended to out-yield the hull-less lines, especially in stressful conditions. We were able to develop winter habit lines in only three years using marker assisted selection; winter habit lines are likely to have higher yields than spring habit lines. Pat Hayes was co-author.
SESSION 3		STEEP Research Priority Discussions
	Bringing growers and the research community together.
	l	Jerry Zahl Walla Walla Farmers Co-op
		Guest Panel
	l	Dr. Jeff Steiner National Program Leader, USDA-ARS
	l	Dr. Dan Bernardo Dean, College of Agriculture, Human and Natural Resources Sciences, Washington State University, Pullman, WA
	l	Dr. Steve Petrie Superintendent of Columbia Basin Agriculture Research Station, OSU, Pendleton, OR
	l	Dr. Greg Bohach University of Idaho
	l	Ron Jirava Grower, Ritzville, WA
	l	Jerry Snyder Grower, Ritzville, WA
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SEVEN: Direct Seeding in the Intermediate and High Rainfall Regions
ROOM C   CONCURRENT SESSION TWO       JANUARY 22     10:30 to 12:00 pm
ROOM C   CONCURRENT SESSION THREE     JANUARY 22     2:30 to 4:00 pm
NEW CARBON MARKETS: The Idaho, Oregon, Washington Perspective
OVERVIEW:	As a new government exerts its influence in Washington, DC it is anticipated that one priority will be to implement legislation to limit green- house gas emissions. What this legislation will include remains uncertain, however in an effort to provide opportunity for their respective agriculture industries individual States are actively pursuing policy development and carbon trading protocol that will benefit and not disadvantage their growers. This session will provide an in-depth look at the different approaches being developed to support trading of agriculture carbon offsets.
SPEAKERS:	l	Mike Hoffman Carbon Sequestration Specialist, Idaho Soil Conservation Commission, Orofino, ID
	l	Kirk Cook Supervisor, WSDA Hydrologist & Natural Resource Assessment Section, Spokane, WA
	l	Stephanie Page Renewable Energy Specialist, Oregon Department of Agriculture, Portland, OR
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EIGHT: Direct Seeding in the Intermediate and High Rainfall Regions
ROOM G   CONCURRENT SESSION TWO       JANUARY 22     10:30 to 12:00 pm
ROOM G   CONCURRENT SESSION THREE     JANUARY 22     2:30 to 4:00 pm
ENERGY CROPS: Weed, Fertility & Herbicide Management Strategies
OVERVIEW:	Inclusion of broadleaf oilseed crops in cereal rotations can provide needed options in controlling grassy weeds. At the same time, herbicide carryover from chemical weed control in cereals and legumes can cause extensive damage to oilseed crops for several years. Fertilizer placement, rates and timing can also affect oilseed crop performance in direct seed systems. A panel of farmers and researchers will discuss what is being done on-farm and at WSU, U of I, and OSU to address chemical carryover, weed control, and fertilizer management to successfully raise oilseed crops.
SPEAKERS:	l	Dr. Ian Burke Weed Scientist, WSU, Pullman, WA
	l	Rich Olson Grower, Garfield, WA
	l	Steve Swannack Grower, Lamont, WA
	l	Dr. Don Wysocki Extension Soil Scientist, Oregon State University Columbia Basin Agricultural Research Center, Pendleton, OR
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NINE: Direct Seeding in ALL Regions
ROOM E   CONCURRENT SESSION THREE     JANUARY 22     2:30 to 4:00 pm
International Direct Seeding Q & A with Franke & Eero
OVERVIEW:	Direct seed cropping systems are evolving differently down the road and around the world and from these you never know where you will find the next great idea that will increase farm profit. While it’s relatively easy to anticipate the results of changes your neighbor makes to his cropping systems, this session provides an opportunity to discuss the success and failures of your neighbor’s farm in Brazil and Finland. You may just find the next great idea to apply on your farm.
SPEAKERS:	l	Franke Dijkstra Grower, Brazil
	l	Eero Kovero Grower, Finland
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