UNL TAPS program to host field day July 7 in North Platte

by Karlie Gerlach | West Central Communications Specialist

June 24, 2026

Group of people walking through a cornfield.
Field day participants view TAPS plots in a field at the West Central Research, Extension and Education Center.
Annalee Starr

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Testing Ag Performance Solutions (TAPS) program will host a field day July 7 at 3 p.m. at the West Central Research, Extension and Education Center in North Platte.  

The TAPS program is a farm management competition and research initiative that allows participants to evaluate management decisions, explore emerging technologies and improve profitability and resource-use efficiency in a low-risk environment. 

The field day will provide TAPS participants and those interested in the program an opportunity to view current plot conditions and discuss management strategies and challenges for the growing season. 

The event will begin with a field tour featuring plot visits, technology demonstrations and discussions on management strategies, irrigation and nitrogen management. The tour will be followed by a market update and outlook for 2026. 

The field day will conclude with a social and barbecue at Pals Brewing Company, 4520 S. Buffalo Bill Ave., North Platte. 

Those planning to attend are encouraged to register at no cost at go.unl.edu/nptaps

For more information, contact Victor Ferreira at 402-326-9213.

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