Application technology is rapidly changing how crop protection products can be applied to maximize pest control efficacy while mitigating spray drift. Applicators can no longer risk not having the latest knowledge and techniques for applying pesticides properly. An application that results in poor pest control or causes off-target damage has serious consequences. Learning about properly calibrating and operating your sprayer is the objective behind the online sprayer equipment update Zoom meeting hosted for producers and applicatorson Wednesday, May 5, starting at 6:30 p.m., for about an hour.

Which nozzles do I use? Do I need to be concerned about drift in selecting my herbicides and the latest technologies for applying crop protection products? These are just some of the sprayer technology questions to be addressed at the online meeting.

Ajay Sharda, K-State Research and Extension, precision ag-machine systems specialist, will be the featured speaker with the program designed to help applicators and producers make more efficient and safe applications of crop protection products. Topics will include review of sprayer and spray equipment, nozzle type discussion, calibration scenarios, coverage and drift situations and new technology and pulse width modulation systems.

There is no cost, however RSVP is requested by Tuesday. Register at the Post Rock Extension District website at http://www.postrock. ksu.edu or the Twin Creeks Extension District website at http://www.twincreeks. ksu.edu. Once you register, a “link” will be provided for you to join. You can also contact the Smith Center Office to register. If you have other questions contact Sandra Wick ([email protected]).