Join University of Illinois Extension at the Belleville Research Center for an update on its 2020 pumpkin field trials for a virtual or in-person tour.
Learn more about commercial pumpkin production including, fertility management, variety selection, no-till production, and insect disease and weed management. This year’s trials include more than 80 pumpkin varieties including gourds, jack-o’-lantern, pie-sized, specialty pumpkins of all shapes and colors, nitrogen management, and weed management trials.
Both tour options are free, but please pre-register.
For more information: Please contact the program coordinator Illinois Extension Commercial Agriculture Educator Nathan Johanning at njohann@illinois.edu.
In-Person Tours
Tours at 10 am, 1 pm or 2 pm | Register Online
Belleville Research Center, 2036 Charles Lane, Belleville, IL 62221
Presenters will introduce the field trials, address various pest and production related topics and further discussion. Participants can then take a self-guided tour of the plots, which will have signs detailing trial information. Light refreshments will be provided.
Tours are limited to 20 participants each. It is highly suggested that participants wear masks. Social distancing practices will be followed.
The program is subject to change subject to local or state health guidelines. Registered participants will be notified via email should any changes be made.
Virtual Tour
Noon CDT | Register Online
Join us from the comfort of your home or office for a live in-field tour of some of the research trial highlights and management and research updates from pumpkin researchers on a wide range of topics related to commercial pumpkin production. Presenters will give a brief update on their areas of expertise before answering questions from participants.
Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in programming, contact the program coordinator. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your needs.
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