2026 Field Days

The Western Kansas Research-Extension Centers (WKREC) host a full calendar of field days that invite producers, industry partners, and community members to experience applied research firsthand—right where it happens. From the Hays Fall Field Day and the Tribune Wheat Tour and Fall Field Day, to Southwest Research-Extension Center Field Day Plus and Wheat Tour and Colby KSU-TAPS Field Days, these events showcase current research, emerging technologies, and practical management strategies tailored to western Kansas conditions. Each field day blends on-the-ground demonstrations with direct conversations between researchers and producers, creating opportunities to ask questions, compare approaches, and take home insights that can be applied immediately. Fall field days are typically held in late August—check back for dates, agendas, and registration details as events approach.

2026 Tribune Wheat Field Day – June 9

Thursday, June 9, 2026 · K-State SWREC-Tribune

From wheat variety performance to production challenges facing western Kansas, this year’s Tribune Wheat Field Day covers timely research and practical takeaways for producers. View the full agenda and event details in the K-State Extension Agronomy eUpdate.

Weed Management Spring Field Day
K-State Agricultural Research Center-Hays

Thursday, June 18, 2026 · K-State ARC-Hays, Hays, KS

Weeds don't wait — and neither does the research aimed at stopping them. Join K-State scientists and western Kansas producers on June 18 for a firsthand look at the tools and tactics shaping the next generation of weed control, from AI-powered weed detection to autonomous field robots. Lunch is provided, and you can find the full program, speaker lineup, and location details on the event page.