Schedule, Workshop & Tour Information

• NAICC SPONSORED WORKSHOPS AND FARM TOUR (register for these when you register for the meeting)

NAICC is proud to offer our popular Efficacy and GLP training. If attending only a workshop and not the annual meeting, then select ‘Workshop Only’ on the meeting registration form.

• Efficacy Workshop (new times in 2027)

On Monday, January 25, from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, NAICC is hosting our 9th Efficacy Research Workshop focusing on the basics of how to conduct good efficacy trials. On Tuesday, January 26 from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm, an advnced session on efficacy research will take place.

Both days will include a variety of topics and views. Included will be a broad perspective from Industry representatives regarding their needs and reasons we are asked to conduct the research in the field, all the way to real time tools for efficacy researchers. How to create an on-site protocol  and ideas for sampling procedures and protocols for good efficacy science will be discussed.

Attendance certification and CEUs for CPCC-I, CPCC-R, CCA and PCAs will be provided at the end of the workshop.  The cost is $140 per session. The final program is coming soon.

• GLP Training for Researchers and Quality Assurance Professionals

These popular workshops will be held on Tuesday, January 26, from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm. Registration and continental breakfast begin at 7:15 am. Attendance certification and CEUs for CPCC-I, CPCC-R, CCA, and SQA will be provided at the end of the workshop.  The cost is $175 and includes a continential breakfast. Three workshops will be offered.

• • GLP FUNdamentals: Limited to 100 participants. This session is designed for individuals with new or limited experience, or want to refresh their understanding of the GLPs. This course emphasizes the importance of a culture of quality and compliance, equipping participants with the knowledge to effectively contribute to GLP-compliant studies and understand their role within the regulations. Participants will learn essential components of GLP compliance, including study planning, documentation, and data management. The interactive format encourages sharing insights on interpreting and applying regulations to various job functions. Participants will leave with an understanding of GLP regulations and their significance in ensuring the integrity and reliability of studies.
  • GLP PROBLEM SOLVING/CRITICAL THINKING Training: Limited to 64 participants. This course will refresh and challenge your GLP knowledge and has something for everyone. You will be encouraged to think outside the box when interpreting the GLPs. The material will cover topics relevant to field, lab, and sponsor GLP personnel, utilizing real-life scenarios and group discussion. We will also focus on a particular GLP area/topic for deeper understanding.  GLP experts/consultants will be present to moderate and answer questions.
  • PRACTICAL FIELD WORKSHOP: SAMPLING:  Limited to 40 participants. This workshop will focus on sampling techniques, equipment, data documentation, and GLP compliance for the field researcher and field QA.  This session is designed to provide practical information on basic sampling principles, GLP compliance issues, industry best practices, and efficiency in capturing raw data for field research personnel and QA professionals conducting/auditing GLP studies at application.
• St. Louis Farm Tour Sponsored by NAICC and GAIAC: $150     Tuesday, January 26, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

The Global Alliance of Independent Ag Consultants (GAIAC) and NAICC will host a St. Louis Farm Tour. The cost of the tour is $150 and includes lunch. The tour will return in time for the Researcher Capability Poster Session.

The tour starts at Bayer CropScience where attendees will receive an inside look at the greenhouses, growth chambers, and their technology data center. Bayer representatives will also review their seed and sampling program inlcuding pakaging and seed storage. Bayer is also sponsoring lunch from their cafeteria so be sure to select your lunch preferences on the registration form. 

Along the way to Anheuser Busch for a tour and overview of their agronomic procedures, Ray Archuleta will join us on the farm tour and update attendees on the latest in soil science. Ray founded Understanding Ag, LLC, and the Soil Health Academy to teach Biomimicry strategies and Agroecology principles for improving soil function on a national scale.

• Spouse/Guest Tour – The Cathedral, The Women’s Exchange and St. Charles Tour: $100     Thursday, January 28, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Our adventure begins at the Hyatt Regency at the Arch with breakfast and creating care packages for our community service project Angels’ Arms. Click here for details and a list of items needed.

From there we will load a bus and venture to the Old Cathedral, the oldest cathedral west of the Mississippi River. Here the beautiful architecture and rich history dating back to the city’s founding will leave you in awe. The next stop is lunch and shopping at The Women’s Exchange, a charming local boutique offering handcrafted gifts, artisan goods, jewelry, and unique St. Louis souvenirs. We will gather in the Tea Room for lunch, which is not included in the prices, as it saves money for individuals to order off the menu.

Our last but not least stop will be to St. Charles, MO, a quick 30 minutes asway. Here you guests will have time to stroll along Main Street St. Charles, a picturesque, walkable district known for its brick-paved streets, historic architecture, unique boutiques, specialty shops, local restaurants, coffee houses, and sweet shops. It is the perfect place to browse for one-of-a-kind souvenirs while experiencing the character and hospitality of one of Missouri’s most historic destinations.

PARTNER SPONSORED WORKSHOPS

• Introduction to ACDS’s New SMART Ship Software – (no registration required)

Tuesday, January 26, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm (come and go)

This introductory workshop will provide participants with an overview of ACDS’ new proprietary SMART Ship software and its use in creating and managing ACDS shipments. Attendees will explore key features and basic workflows, including shipment creation and management, automated email notifications, documentation, reporting, and other tools designed to improve efficiency and visibility throughout the ACDS shipping process.

• AcreBlitz Workshop: Understanding and Implementing ESA to Help Your Growers Be Compliant – (no registration required)

Acre Blitz will be hosting a workshop during NAICC’s January Conference designed to help crop consultants navigate the growing complexity of ESA compliance. We’ll walk through how to pull together records from pesticide labels, Pesticide Use Limitation Areas (PULAs), Bulletins Live! Two (BLT) data, and runoff mitigation requirements in real time, so consultants can confidently advise growers on what’s required for each field and product. The session will cover how to generate verifiable compliance documentation that connects growers and applicators, reducing guesswork and liability exposure at spray time. Attendees will leave with practical tools for implementing current EPA restrictions on drift buffers and runoff mitigation points into clear, actionable guidance for their growers. This is a hands-on opportunity to see how ESA requirements can be managed and reporting tools available that can save consultants time while keeping their clients compliant.

•  GDM – ARM Training – Click here to register for ARM Training

Tuesday, January 26, 2027: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 

Discover What’s New in ARM

Get up to speed on the latest enhancements to ARM software. This workshop will highlight key changes, new features, and improved functionality introduced over the past year, with practical tips to help you work more efficiently. We’ll also explore ways to optimize ARM for your specific needs and make the software work even better for your research program. Feel free to come and go as your schedule allows during this session.

Tuesday, January 26, 2027: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Power Up Your Data Collection with ARM Mobile

Explore the complete professional data collection workflow—from preparing for the research season and collecting data in the field to reviewing information and seamlessly transferring it back to ARM. This hands-on workshop will introduce the latest features and capabilities of ARM Mobile and demonstrate how this powerful tool can simplify your data collection process, improve efficiency, and help make research season run more smoothly. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced user of ARM Mobile, this session has something for you! Feel free to come and go as your schedule allows during this session.

Wednesday, January 28, 2027: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

ARM Reimagined: A Preview of What’s Next

Get an exclusive preview of the “new” ARM! While still in development, the redesigned software is being built to deliver greater efficiency while maintaining the powerful features you rely on. Join us to explore what’s new, share your industry expertise and feedback, and help shape the future of ARM. You’ll also learn how to become an early adopter and get started with the next generation of ARM. Feel free to come and go as your schedule allows during this session.