Kansas Applicator Institute

Where applicators and certified crop advisors discuss tomorrow’s precision application – today. This course has been approved for full 1A recertification. *Note, the 1A Exam is being offered on August 5, 2026, (Additional Fee required for Kansas Dept. of Agriculture).*


August 4–5, 2026
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Hutchinson, KS
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Training Program Disclaimer

This presentation and any accompanying materials are for informational and educational purposes only and are intended to assist attendees as they strive to improve workplace safety and compliance.   While presentations attempt to thoroughly and accurately address the specific topics presented, attendance is not a substitute for a comprehensive training and compliance program which is the responsibility of the employer or industry.

Nothing in the presentations is intended to create a contractual relationship between the attendee and presenter or the attendee’s employer and presenter for safety and compliance and attendees and their employer/industry are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety laws, rules, regulations, and industry standards.  The information presented does not constitute legal or other professional advice or guidance.  The information presented is intended to educate on specific topics of safety and compliance but is not an exhaustive statement of your employer’s/industry’s legal obligations which are defined by statute, regulations, rules, regulatory interpretations, and industry standards.  Furthermore, regulators may modify rules and interpretations based upon new technology, information, or circumstances and the employer/industry is responsible for keeping independently apprised of such developments.

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Event Schedule

August 4, 2026
8:30–9:15 AM
Registration
9:15–9:20 AM
Welcome
9:20–10:10 AM
Foliar/Floral Disease ID and Fungicide Considerations
by Dr. Logan Simon
10:10–11:00 AM
Water Quality, Spray Mixtures & Weed Control
by Dr. Jeremie Kouame, KSU Weed Science
11:00–11:25 AM
Break
11:25–12:15 PM
How to Herbicide
by Katie Strathman, BASF
12:15–1:15 PM
Lunch
1:15–2:05 PM
2026 Crop Insect Pests
by Jeff Whitworth, KSU Entomology
2:05–2:55 PM
See & Spray Technology: Research & Evaluation
by Sarah Ganske, KSU Agronomy
2:55–3:15 PM
Break
3:15–4:05 PM
Precision Ag
by Deepak Joshi, KSU Agronomy
4:15–4:45 PM
Ride & Drive + Demo
4:45 PM
Social
August 5, 2026
7:30–9:00 AM
Rotation 1: Weed ID
by Dr. Sarah Ganske & Pat Geier, KSU
10:00–10:50 AM
Rotation 2: Your Responsibilities as a CDL Driver & Certified Applicator
by ProValue Insurance
11:30 AM–12:20 PM
Rotation 3: Core Hour
by TBD (KDA)
1:30 PM
1A Exam
Hotels

Holiday Inn Express Hutchinson
911 Porter St
Hutchinson, KS 67501

620-259-8656

Cutoff Date: August 1, 2026
$122/night

Group Name:
Kansas Applicator Institute

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Hampton Inn Hutchinson
1401 E 11th Ave
Hutchinson, KS 67501

620-665-9800

Cutoff Date: July 21, 2026
$130/night

Group Name:
Kansas Applicator Institute

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Event Location

Encampment Building
Kansas State Fairgrounds
2000 N. Poplar
Hutchinson, KS 67502

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Location

Encampment Building
Kansas State Fairgrounds
2000 N. Poplar
Hutchinson, KS 67502

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Pricing Options

Full Registration
$
195
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Tuesday Only
$
105
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Core Hour Only
$
45
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