Berks Ag Event Calendar
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Environmentally Sensitive Areas on the Farm: Identifying Wetlands
October 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR
Equip yourself with the knowledge to identify and manage environmental hazards, sensitive areas, and protection zones on farms through this comprehensive webinar series. Designed for Agricultural Conservation professionals, the series covers essential topics such as wetland identification, pond and lake management, and private drinking water systems. In this session, participants will learn the basics of wetlands, their ecosystem services, and how to identify these critical areas in agricultural landscapes. Sharpen your skills in wetland identification and implement best practices to protect both the environment and agricultural productivity. Hosted by the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training and funded by the Pennsylvania State Conservation Commission through the Clean Streams Fund, this program offers practical tools for sustainable farm management.
EVENT DETAILS
Participants in this free, one-hour webinar series will learn to identify and manage environmental hazards, sensitive areas, and protection zones on farms.
WHEN
October 23, 2024
(12:00 PM-1:00 PM ET)
Register By: October 22, 2024
This event is free of charge.
Wetlands provide many ecosystem services to watersheds in any region, but not all are easy to identify. This presentation will walk you through the basics of wetlands and how to identify these systems in agricultural landscapes. Sharpen your knowledge and wetland identification skills in this informative webinar.
Who is this for?
Agricultural conservation professionals
Environmental educators
Agricultural advisors
Watershed organizations
Anyone interested in soil and water conservation
What will you learn?
Flora and fauna
Integrated pest management
Invasive species
Native plantings
Private water sources and septic systems
Ponds, lakes, and wetlands
This event is being offered at no charge to participants.
Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.
A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.
Register By
October 22, 2024
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