They’re called the Lane County “dryland” wheat plots—and this year you’ll see why!
On Wednesday, May 29 starting at 6 pm at the Vance and Louise Ehmke farm, you’ll be able to see all the new and up-and-coming wheat varieties such as KSU’s exciting new release KS Bill Snyder which will be available this fall under very tight supply limitations. Also featured will be a number of rye and triticale varieties. And, of course, everything has been grown under severe drought stress including the golden oldie Turkey Red—the granddaddy of them all.
From Dighton, go west 7 miles to Eagle Road or mile marker 79, then turn south for 2 miles, then back west towards the farmstead.
KSU wheat specialist Romulo Lollato and KSU plant pathologist Kelsey Andersen Onofre will discuss the varieties as well as what they’ve seen statewide during this very challenging growing season. A light meal will follow the tour, says Lacey Noterman, Lane County Extension agent.