Registration is now open for the Durum Summit to be held January 30, 2020 at the Living Sky Casino in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. Visit www.durumsummit.com.
Canada contributes a major share to the global trade of durum wheat. The quality of Canadian durum is highly prized by domestic and international buyers. Durum production is being challenged by the devastating effects of fusarium head blight and insects such as midge. Crop rotations have changed to include more pulses and canola. Consumers are concerned about pesticide residues. Integration of the latest cropping technologies offers opportunities to reduce the environmental footprint and increase sustainability. The Durum Summit will provide updates on matching genetics to demand, responding to environmental pressures, and growing a more profitable crop.
Speakers confirmed to date include:
- Neil Townsend, FarmLink
- Dr. Bin Xiao Fu, Canadian Grain Commission
- Dr. Brian Beres, AAFC / AAC
- Dr. Curtis Pozniak, Crop Development Centre
- Dr. Yuefeng Ruan, AAFC / AAC
- Randy Kutcher, University of Saskatchewan
- Dave Gullacher or David Yee, PAMI
- Producer and Industry Panel, Moderated by Kevin Hursh
Thanks to confirmed sponsors: Alberta Wheat Commission, Alliance Seed, Barilla, CANTERRA SEEDS, Saskatchewan Wheat Commission, SeCan and South West Terminal.
