West Texas ag institute to have conference

West Texas Agricultural Chemicals Institute logo

The West Texas Agricultural Chemicals Institute will host its annual conference on Sept. 12 at the Scottish Rite Event Center, 1101 70th Street in Lubbock.

This year represents the 72nd meeting of WTACI, an unincorporated organization of dealers, industry representatives, agricultural producers, scientists, educators and agribusiness members who support education and research programs promoting safe and effective use of agricultural chemicals and protection and preservation of the area’s natural resources.

Topics for the conference include equipment advances, pest resistance, weather trends, the Farm Bill, regulations, crop protection, crop development and updates from Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension.

Pre-registration is available online at https://bit.ly/4df5gcG. Pre-registration fees are $75 for conference attendees and must be completed by Sept. 6. Booth fees start at $300. Fees will be higher after Sept. 6.