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Invasive Species Management2008 Date and Location October 28-29, 2008; 8:30am-6:00pm and 9:00am-12:00noon DescriptionThis 1 ½ day introductory course is part of the Minnesota Invasive Species Conference. Learn to integrate an invasive species management plan into conservation plans for uplands such as for mid-contract management of CRP land, shelterbelts, wetland restoration, roadside management, or as part of Cooperative Weed Management Area planning. The agenda will cover physiology and ecology of major invasive species, tools for species identification, preventing invasion, federal and state guidelines and requirements, management tools and options as they relate to species physiology, how to prepare a management plan, and a field trip to view and discuss management practices. Instructors will be invasive species specialists from the University of Minnesota, state and federal agencies, and local government units. In addition to this introductory course, participants will have the benefit of conference exhibitors, technical presentations, and networking opportunities. See agenda for more information, pdf, 69 KB Who Should Attend?This training will benefit individuals who provide terrestrial invasive species management advice to private land owners or help write invasive species management plans. The course is designed for local professionals including NRCS and SWCD employees, Cooperative Weed Management Area (CWMA) managers, county and regional park managers, county ag inspectors, MNDOT employees, and private consultants, such as prairie restoration specialists. Pre-requisitesThere are no pre-requisites. RegistrationThis training is included as part of the cost of registration for the Minnesota Invasive Species Conference. When you register for the conference be sure to indicate your intent to attend the training. CEUsCCA Continuing Education Credits will be available. | ||
The Extension Water Quality Program in Minnesota is a part of the Great Lakes Regional Water Program and the CSREES National Water Program of the United States Department of Agriculture. Extension Water Quality programming in Minnesota is coordinated by the University of Minnesota Water Resources Center and delivered by the University of Minnesota Extension. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer. |