Session: On-Farm Research: I. Data Analysis & Extension Implications (ASA, CSSA and SSSA International Annual Meetings (2016))

81 On-Farm Research: I. Data Analysis & Extension Implications

Oral Session

ASA Section: Education and Extension

On-farm research can be a useful tool for agronomic research and extension. On-farm research is defined here as research trials which are conducted on commercial farms, with strong farmer involvement, which use statistically sound experimental designs and analysis. Generally, these trials are also conducted using full-size farming equipment. On-farm research programs can also take a variety of formats ranging from peer learning groups to dispersed research groups and a variety of models in-between. Numerous challenges are unique to doing research in an on-farm environment. These include recruiting farmer collaborators, unexpected and uncontrollable variables, plot design, size of experimental units, and data collection and aggregation methods. Increased availability of precision agriculture technologies has transformed the way on-farm research data is obtained and presented new opportunities for analysis and new challenges related to data quality and processing. Traditionally, research information has been shared through scientific articles and fact sheets. Recently, new opportunities exist for sharing on-farm research results in a variety of mediums (for example, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and other applications) to reach a broader audience. The purpose of this session is to share experiences and discover opportunities which address these unique challenges and opportunities.

Approved for 1.0 CM CEUs

Cosponsor(s):

Extension Education Community

Precision Agriculture Systems Community

Monday, November 7, 2016: 10:40 AM-12:00 PM

Phoenix Convention Center North, Room 127 B

Organizers:

Ignacio A. Ciampitti and Laura Thompson

Moderators:

Laura Thompson and Keith L. Glewen

10:40 AM

Introductory Remarks

10:45 AM

81-1

On-Farm Validation of a Foliar Fungicide Decision Aid in Soybean.
David L. Holshouser, Virginia Tech Tidewater Agricultural Research & Extension Center; Hillary Mehl, Virginia Tech

Audio File Recorded Presentation

11:00 AM

81-2

Webfra: Web-App for on-Farm Research.
Quentin Rund, PAQ Interactive; Ryan Williams, PAQ Interactive

Audio File Recorded Presentation

11:15 AM

81-3

Rationale for and Benefits of Sharing on-Farm Data.
Thomas F. Morris, University of Connecticut; Nicolas Tremblay, Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada; Peter M. Kyveryga, Iowa Soybean Association; Ignacio A. Ciampitti, Kansas State University

Audio File Recorded Presentation

11:30 AM

81-4

Variation of Soybean Yield Response to Fungicides: On-Farm Trials Vs Small Plot Experiments.
Tristan A. Mueller, Iowa Soybean Association; Peter M. Kyveryga, Iowa Soybean Association; Daren S Mueller, Iowa State University

Audio File Recorded Presentation

11:45 AM

81-5

Data to Decisions: Experiences, Guidelines, and Technologies for Establishing and Maintaining a Successful and Innovative Extension on-Farm Research Program.
Laura Thompson, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Keith L. Glewen, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Chuck Burr, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Roger W. Elmore, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Richard B. Ferguson, University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Loren Giesler, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Paul Hay, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Troy Ingram, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Brian Krienke, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Dean Krull, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Thomas C. Hoegemeyer, Hoegemeyer Hybrids, Inc.; Suat Irmak, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Paul Jasa, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Gary Lesoing, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Joe D. Luck, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Taro Mieno, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Nathan D. Mueller, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Aaron Nygren, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Wayne Ohnesorg, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Jenny Rees, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Michael Rethwisch, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Ron Seymour, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Charles A. Shapiro, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Steve Spicka, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Strahinja Stepanovic, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; John Thomas, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Amy Timmerman, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Brandy VanDeWalle, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Todd Whitney, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Charles S. Wortmann, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Robert Wright, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Gary Zoubek, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Audio File Recorded Presentation

12:00 PM

Adjourn

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