Jul 10, 2015

Konjoian to Speak on Hydroponic Edible Crop Production at FarwestSource: Oregon Association of Nurseries

Dr. Peter Konjoian, president of Konjoian’s Horticulture Education Services Inc., will present a greenhouse focused seminar at the 2015 Farwest Show.

His seminar, “From Flowers to Food: Hydroponic Edible Crop Production” will challenge growers to take advantage of opportunities in hydroponic food production in greenhouses and warehouses.

Konjoian will also co-deliver a seminar with plant pathologist Ann R. Chase titled “Water-Borne Pests and What You Can Do About Them.” The seminar focuses on steps to take to manage problems through prevention and treatment using various methods.

Other education highlights include :
– Diagnostics: What’s Wrong With My Plants? This presentation helps identify what “bugs” (insects and mites) attack plants. Based on both direct and indirect symptoms associated with their feeding behaviors, to help implement the proper plant protection strategy. (Dr. Raymond A. Cloyd, professor and extension specialist in Horticultural Entomology/Plant Protection, Kansas State University)

– How Do You Know Your Biological Control Program is Working? Many growers are incorporating biological control agents into their pest management program. Wainwright-Evans shares how bios actually kill pests and what they look like dead. Also in the session, the different life stages of the beneficials through macro images. (Suzanne Wainwright-Evans, Buglady Consulting)

– Flower Trials in Asia: Why and Where? Asia is emerging as the largest producer and consumer of ornamental products. This seminar addresses how plant trials play into the current state of China’s growing economy, and get a glimpse at what this means for breeders and growers. (Dr. Heidi Wernett, President, China Horticultural Business Services LLC)

For more information, visit www.FarwestShow.com.