Join us for a morning of learning, discussion, and exploration of current potato research projects at Aroostook Research Farm.
The Open House: Research at Aroostook Farm is hosted by the University of Maine with support from the Maine Potato Board and provides an opportunity for members of the potato industry to learn about research being conducted to support and strengthen potato production in Maine.
The morning will begin with breakfast refreshments at 8 a.m., followed by guided visits to research plots across the farm. Presentations will highlight current potato research projects in remote sensing, nitrogen management, nutrient management, PVY management, breeding, and entomology.
Open House Presentations
Remote sensing for nitrogen management Dr. Julia Barra Netto-Ferreira, University of Maine, and Jair Rodriguez, University of Maine
Breeding Dr. Mario Andrade, University of Maine, and Dr. Paul Collins, USDA-ARS
Entomology Dr. Andrei Alyokhin, University of Maine
Nutrient management Dr. Julia Barra Netto-Ferreira, University of Maine, and Dr. Jay Hao, University of Maine
Remote sensing for PVY management Dr. Peter Nelson, LECOSPEC, and Dr. Han Tan, University of Maine
For more information, contact Julia Barra Netto-Ferreira, julia.barra@maine.edu, and (207) 581-2821.
If you are a person with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in this program, please call Pam Hickey at 207.764.3361 to discuss your needs. Receiving requests for accommodations at least five days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request, however, all requests will be considered.
