Conservation Partnership Annual Meeting and
2014 NRCS Farm Bill Update
Join us for an update on agriculture and conservation programs in Alameda county, technical workshops as well as a BBQ and producer showcasefeaturing locally grown food and drink.
Wednesday, July 31, 2013 4:00pm-7:00pm
Martinelli Event Center
3585 Greenville Road, Livermore, CA
Hosted by the Alameda County Resource Conservation District
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AGENDA
4:00-5:00pm: Optional Technical Workshops- select one of the following:
Workshop 1: Organic Weed Management for Trees, Vines, Veggies and More Join UC Farm Advisor Janet Caprile for an overview of weed management techniques for perennial and annual cropping systems that don't rely on synthetic herbicides or chemicals.
Workshop 2: Wildlife Friendly Ranching with ACRCD staff biologist, Leslie Koenig, and NRCS ecologist, Jackie Charbonneau. An introduction to wildlife-friendly fencing, off-stream water developments and wildlife escape ramps. Session will also cover potential funding opportunities for managing livestock ponds for wildlife.
General Meeting
5:00pm: Local Producer Showcase Sample some of Alameda's bounty, including olive oil, fruit, wine and more while mingling with fellow farmers, ranchers, and agricultural colleagues.
5:30pm: Dinner: load up your plate with BBQ courtesy of the ACRCD and Board of Directors.
6:00pm: General Program and Updates:
- Greeting from ACRCD Executive Officer, Katherine Boxer
- Introduction and funding for 2014 NRCS Farm Bill Programs
- Briefing on local agricultural news from Alameda County Agricultural Commissioner
- Upcoming activities for beginning farmers and ranchers
7:00 pm: Meeting Concludes
