Environmental Benefits of Organic Agriculture: Biodiversity
Webinar Details
When:
Jun 17, 2015 2:00 pm US/Eastern
Length: 01:03 (hh:mm)
Advance Registration NOT required.
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Presenter(s):
- John Quinn, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Biology, Furman University, Greenville, SC
- Betsy Rakola, Organic Policy Advisor, US Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC
CEU Credits/Certificate Offered:
- Conservation Planner (CP) - 1 hour Conservation Planning Credit
- The Wildlife Society - Certified Wildlife Biologist®/Professional Development Certificate Program - 1 hour TWS Category 1 Credit
Virtual Event Format:
Group Viewing Available:
Participate to learn about the biodiversity benefits of organic farming practices.
Organic systems enhance biodiversity at several levels. A variety of seeds and breeds are chosen for greater resistance to diseases, climate, and pests. Producers employ diverse combinations and rotations of plants and animals to increase yields and income. The maintenance and planting of natural areas within and around organic fields and the absence of chemical inputs create suitable habitats for wildlife and important pollinators and beneficial insects. This session will present scientific research examining the biodiversity benefits of organic farming practices in temperate and tropical farm systems.
This webinar is presented by USDA NRCS Science and Technology. It is the second in a four-part series exploring the environmental benefits of organic agriculture.
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