By Andi Anderson
The 2026 Grain Post-Harvest and Recertification Workshop is scheduled for December 10, 2026, and will provide valuable educational opportunities for professionals involved in grain storage, processing, and pest management. The workshop is designed to help attendees improve post-harvest practices, protect grain quality, and reduce losses caused by pests and storage-related challenges.
The event is intended for a wide range of agricultural professionals, including farmers, commercial grain storage handlers, pest management professionals, and food processing quality-control managers. By bringing these groups together, the workshop aims to promote the exchange of knowledge and practical solutions that can improve grain storage systems and operational efficiency.
A major focus of the workshop will be effective post-harvest management. Proper storage practices are essential for maintaining grain quality, minimizing waste, and ensuring products remain suitable for market requirements. Participants will learn about strategies that help identify potential risks and address common storage concerns before they become significant problems.
The workshop will also emphasize pest management within grain storage environments. Insects and other pests can negatively affect grain quality, reduce product value, and increase costs for producers and storage operators. Through educational sessions, attendees will gain a better understanding of how to recognize pest issues and implement appropriate control measures to reduce their impact.
Another key topic will be the selection of suitable pest-control strategies. Participants will be introduced to methods that support safe and effective pest management while helping maintain grain quality throughout the storage period. These practices can improve operational performance and support long-term storage success.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) systems will also be highlighted during the workshop. IPM combines multiple management techniques to prevent and control pests in an efficient and environmentally responsible manner. By adopting integrated approaches, agricultural professionals can reduce risks and improve the sustainability of grain storage operations.
In addition to technical training, the event will provide an important professional development opportunity. Indiana’s certified advisers will have the chance to earn applied-for Continuing Certification Hours (CCH) credits during the workshop. This educational benefit supports ongoing learning and helps professionals maintain industry certifications.
As the agricultural industry continues to focus on efficiency, quality, and sustainability, educational programs such as the Grain Post-Harvest and Recertification Workshop play an important role in sharing knowledge and promoting best practices. The December 10 event is expected to provide practical information that can help participants improve grain management systems, protect stored commodities, and strengthen overall operational success across the agricultural sector.
Event Details:
Event: 2026 Grain Post-Harvest and Recertification Workshop
Date: December 10, 2026
Audience: Farmers, grain storage handlers, pest management professionals, and quality-control managers
Focus Areas: Post-harvest management, pest control strategies, grain quality protection, and integrated pest management systems
Additional Benefit: Opportunity for Indiana certified advisers to earn applied-for CCH credits.
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Categories: Indiana, Harvesting