By Scout Nelson
The Strategic Farming 2026 webinar series offers crop producers and agriculture professionals the chance to learn about current research and practical strategies for improving crop management.
One of the key sessions in this series, “Strategic Farming 2026: Let’s talk protecting pollinators,” will be held on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, from 9 to 10 a.m. Central time. This virtual event provides easy access through a browser and does not require any software downloads for most devices.
The series is designed to be informal, open to the public, and useful for anyone who wants to stay updated on reliable farm management practices. Each webinar begins with a short presentation from discussion leaders, followed by a question-and-answer session shaped by participants' interests.
This session focuses on how to protect pollinators while still producing strong crop yields. Moderator Claire LaCanne, Extension educator – crops, guides the discussion. The main speaker, Dr. Dan Cariveau, Associate Professor with the University of Minnesota Bee Lab, studies native bees and their ecology.
Attendees will hear “why pollinator insects are so important on the farm, what farmers can do to promote pollinators, and the latest information from a project focused on southwestern Minnesota called the Minnesota Agriculture for Pollinators Project.”
This webinar highlights ways to support pollinators through simple, practical steps that maintain healthy farm ecosystems. Crop producers, consultants, ag professionals, and Extension staff are encouraged to attend. CCA CEUs have been applied for, making the session useful for continuing education.
There is no cost to join any session in the Strategic Farming series, thanks to support from the Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council and the Minnesota Corn Research and Promotion Council. After registering once for the series, participants will receive confirmation and reminder emails with the webinar link.
Accessibility is a priority. The University of Minnesota Extension provides equal opportunities for all participants and offers accommodation for individuals with disabilities when requested two weeks before the event. Interpreter services may also be available with advance notice.
Participants are welcome to attend any session in the series and can view the full schedule on the course page.
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Categories: Minnesota, Crops, Corn, Soybeans