• Project No. and Title: NECC29 - Corn Improvement Conference
• Dates: 02/12/2026 to 02/13/2026
• Contacts: [Aida Kebede] [Alex Lindsey]

This authorizes the annual meeting: .
The meeting will be held on 02/12/2026 at Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. :

Admin Advisor: Margaret E. Smith (mes25@cornell.edu)

Venue: Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Downtown<br /> <br /> <br /> Information and Registration:<br /> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/77th-annual-corn-improvement-conference-tickets-1978911047213<br /> <br /> <br /> Description:<br /> <br /> <br /> Get ready to get inspired over all things corn at the 77th Annual Corn Improvement Conference - it's going to be a-maize-ing!<br /> <br /> <br /> The 77th CIC meeting brings together a broad range of advanced topics in corn production, agronomy, breeding and stress physiology. Discussions will highlight long-term trends in corn performance and evolving management practices, along with key agronomic factors that influence yield, such as planting decisions, early-season soil conditions, and the strategic use of in-season nutrients. The program also examines how complementary practices like cover cropping contribute to soil health and crop resilience. From a genetics and breeding perspective, attendees will explore recent progress in predictive breeding tools and data-driven selection methods. Additionally, it covers a detailed look at emerging digital agronomy solutions and research on early-season performance, environmental stress tolerance, and major disease challenges, offering a comprehensive view of the innovations shaping the future of corn production.