Farmers and crop advisers seeking research-based recommendations for camelina production are invited to attend the “Winter Camelina: Coming to a Field Near You” informational event on April 24 at North Dakota State University’s Carrington Research Extension Center near Carrington, North Dakota.

Organized by Cargill and the Carrington Research Extension Center, this in-person event will run from 9 to 11 a.m. CST.

As farm margins tighten and challenges such as increasing weed pressure and soil health concerns continue to affect soybean productivity, interest in alternative crops is growing. Winter camelina is emerging as an option for producers in the northern Great Plains.

“Whether you are starting with winter camelina as a cover crop or diversifying your rotation by adding a cash crop, this event is a great opportunity to learn something new,” says Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension broadleaf crops agronomist.

Specialists from NDSU, the University of Minnesota and Cargill will cover key topics such as agronomic fundamentals, market drivers and production considerations. The program will also include a field walk, giving participants the opportunity to observe camelina in the field and engage directly with speakers.

Certified crop advisers can earn continuing education units (CEUs) by attending the event.

There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Participants can register online at ndsu.ag/camelina-26.

For more information, contact Kristin Simons at 701-652-2951 or kristin.simons@ndsu.edu.

NDSU Agriculture Communication – April 20, 2026

Source: Ana Carcedo, 701-831-5796, a.carcedo@ndsu.edu

Editor: Dominic Erickson, 701-231-5546, dominic.erickson@ndsu.edu