August 21, 2025

    Hemp Field Day

    Join the Ellison Lab, in the Department of Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences, to learn about the latest hemp research.

    Thursday, August 21

    9:00 am – 12:00 pm

    Free

    Arlington ARS

    The Ellison Lab in the Department of Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences invites you to the 2025 Hemp Field Day for the latest hemp research being conducted at UW. Coffee and donuts will be available starting at 8:30 am.

    Presentations will be given by UW faculty, staff, and extension specialists. The topics include:

    • Industrial (Grain/Fiber) Hemp Variety Trials with Dr. Shelby Ellison and Phillip Alberti
    • High Cannabinoid Hemp Variety Trials with Phillip Alberti
    • Grain/Fiber Breeding Updates with Dr. Shelby Ellison, Dr. Ademola Aina, and Jillian McGee
    • Insect Pest Population and Damage Survey with Sophie Perry
    • Cover Cropping in Hemp with Grace Connelly
    • Hemp Processing Demonstration with Marianne Fairbanks & more!

    Address:
    Arlington Agricultural Research Station
    N695 Hopkins Road
    Arlington, WI 53911