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Short Course 2017-08-11T20:48:27+00:00

Registration is Open!

Seed Technology and Business Short Course

Hands-on Learning. The Iowa State University motto is “Science with Practice”. Outstanding Seed Technology and Business (STB) faculty from Iowa State University (ISU) and seed industry experts are ready to share their knowledge and experience with you by developing this two-part continuing educational experience designed for the seed industry professional. Hands-on demonstrations, case studies, discussion sessions, guest speakers, and a local seed industry tour are all planned to be a part of this unique educational experience. The STB Short Courses will be held in the Seed Science Center (SSC) on the beautiful Iowa State University campus. The SSC houses the most comprehensive public seed testing laboratory in the world and is recognized globally as a leader in seed research and education.

Part I and Part II are designed to build upon each other to provide a comprehensive picture of the seed industry. Participants are highly encouraged to attend both the November and February sessions.

Part I: Seed Science and Technology
November 06 – 10,2017

Part I – of this two-part short course – will cover topics in Seed Science and Technology and runs Monday, November 06, through Friday, November 10, 2017. This introductory course focuses on the current state of the industry, life cycle of seed, crop improvement, seed production, along with health, variety, and quality testing, post harvest management, and seed conditioning technologies. The goal of this course is for each participant to establish a comprehensive understanding of seed science and technologies and lay a firm foundation for future Seed Technology and Business short course offerings. 

Part II: Seed Business Management
February 05 – 09, 2018

Part II – of this two-part short course – will cover topics in Seed Business Management and runs Monday, February 05, through Friday, February 09, 2018. This part of the short course will highlight research management, leadership, teamwork, and sharpen your negotiating skills. Business to business marketing, supply chain management, finance, and business strategy, along with seed regulation, trade, and policy will be covered by Iowa State University business faculty and seed industry experts ready to share their personal career experience. 

Meet Your Instructors

Gary Munkvold, PhD
Iowa State University
Professor, Plant Pathology
STB Short Course & Grad Program Director

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Susana Goggi, PhD
Iowa State University
Professor, Seed Physiology

Mike Stahr
Iowa State University
Seed Laboratory Director

Stephen Smith, PhD
Iowa State University
Affiliate Professor, Agronomy
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Alan Gaul
Iowa State University
Seed Conditioning Specialist

Greg Lamka, PhD
Iowa State University
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Registration is Open!

REGISTRATION  INFO

Short Course Dates

November 06 – 10, 2017 – Part I
February 05 – 09, 2018 – Part II

Registration Fee

$3,850/person – both Part I & Part II
$2,850/person – either Part I or Part II
Cancellation & Minimum Attendance Policy

Location

Seed Science Center
Iowa State University
2115 Osborn Drive
Ames, Iowa 50011

Questions?

Please contact:
Cindy Robertson
STB Short Course Coordinator
515.294.6947
cindyr@iastate.edu

Educational Credit

You can earn CEU and CCA credit at this program.