By Scout Nelson
The 18th annual Nutrient Management Conference will take place on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in Mankato, Minnesota. With the event less than a week away, organizers encourage interested participants to complete registration soon. Attendees can join either in person or online, making the program accessible to a wide audience.
This conference focuses on nutrient management, crop production, and environmental stewardship. It highlights current research and practical insights that support responsible nutrient use and sustainable farming systems. The program is designed for agricultural producers, professionals, educators, and anyone interested in science-based nutrient management information.
The cost of attending the conference is $20. Offline, attendees will receive lunch as part of their registration. Online and Offline registration options are available through Eventbrite.
Participants can register for the online event at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-18th-annual-minnesota-nutrient-management-conference-tickets-1977091025479?aff=oddtdtcreator
Those planning to attend offline can register at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-person-18th-annual-minnesota-nutrient-management-conference-tickets-1977095966257?aff=oddtdtcreator
The conference agenda includes sessions on carbon nitrogen and phosphorus movement following subsurface installations, nutrient efficient farming through biological systems, fertility impacts on carbon intensity, and phosphorus management decisions.
Additional topics include potassium and chloride cycling, manure use in crop rotations, nitrogen management in poorly drained soils, and nutrient strategies for short corn systems.
A special session reviewing lessons from the 2025 growing season will share real world field insights. The program also includes updates on Minnesota’s nutrient reduction strategy and future steps for water quality improvement.
Certified crop advisers can earn continuing education credits in soil and water and nutrient management by attending the conference.
For continued updates and learning, participants are encouraged to subscribe to the Nutrient Management Podcast at
https://nutrientmanagement.transistor.fm/subscribe
Additional resources include the Minnesota Crop News daily or weekly email newsletter, the University of Minnesota Extension Nutrient Management YouTube channel, UMN Extension Nutrient Management on Facebook, and updates on X formerly Twitter. More information is available on the official University of Minnesota Extension website.
Questions or comments can be sent to nutmgmt@umn.edu.
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