Upcoming webinars to address the Wheat Streak Mosaic outbreak - July 29

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Kansas State University specialists will host a virtual meeting on the wheat streak mosaic complex on Monday, July 29, with two live sessions offered to accommodate varying schedules.

Wheat streak mosaic virus (WSMV), along with triticum mosaic virus and high plains wheat mosaic virus, continues to be a persistent threat to wheat yields across Kansas. The 2025 outbreak has underscored the ongoing need for vigilant management and up-to-date recommendations.

Webinar Details

Date: Monday, July 29, 2025
Session Options:

• Afternoon: 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
• Evening: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Both sessions will cover the same material and include time for Q&A.

These sessions are open to farmers, ag professionals, consultants, and anyone interested in learning more about the wheat streak mosaic complex.

Topics to be covered:

• Overview of the 2025 wheat streak mosaic outbreak
• Biology of wheat curl mites and the viruses they transmit
• Best practices for volunteer wheat control
• Variety resistance and how to select appropriate varieties
• Open Q&A and discussion with specialists

Several K-State Research and Extension specialists will be on hand to present information and answer questions. Attendees will gain practical insights into managing this complex disease system ahead of the next wheat planting season.

Registration

Details for registration and Zoom access will be announced soon. Please watch the upcoming eUpdate issues.

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