NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — The 2025 University of Nebraska–Lincoln Wheat Variety Tour is making a stop in Grant on June 10, offering farmers and ag professionals a firsthand look at the latest in wheat research and production.
Hosted at the Henry J. Stumpf International Wheat Research Center, the field day begins at 9 a.m. MDT and is open to the public. The event is part of a statewide tour organized by UNL’s Crop Performance Testing Program in collaboration with university farm managers and researchers.
Attendees will learn about different wheat varieties and gain valuable insight into best management practices, including how to combat diseases and pests. Researchers from the West Central Research, Extension and Education Center will also share updates on ongoing studies, covering topics such as cover crops, western corn rootworm, weed control strategies, and irrigation techniques.
The tour is free to attend, and participants will receive a complimentary lunch with registration. Transportation to field plots will be provided.
The Henry J. Stumpf International Wheat Research Center is located just east of Grant. From Highway 61, take Road 761 east for one mile, then turn south on Road 329. The facility is a half-mile south on the east side of the road.
For details and to register, visit go.unl.edu/wheat-tours.