The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources announced on Mar. 16 that a Spring Field Day focused on pollinator plantings will be held at the Lockeford Plant Materials Center on April 15 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The event will take place at 21001 N. Elliott Rd., Lockeford, CA.
The workshop aims to provide information about supporting pollinators through various agricultural practices, which is important for maintaining healthy ecosystems and sustainable agriculture. Topics will include cover crops and pollinators, intercropping and alley cropping, conservation cover and soil health, milkweeds and western thistle, riparian herbaceous cover with plug planting, and drone seeding of pollinators.
Speakers for the event include Tom Johnson from Project Apis m, Kyle Brasier from CSU Chico, Sutie Xu who is an assistant professor with UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (UCANR), Jessa Kay Cruz from Xerces Society, Margaret Smither-Kopperl from NRCS, as well as Julia Michaels and Kevin Hal.
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources secures funding through public contributions to support its programs, according to the official website. The organization promotes sustainable practices to strengthen resilient ecosystems and economic vitality according to the official website. It utilizes nine research and extension centers as laboratories representing California’s diverse ecosystems according to the official website.
UC Agriculture and Natural Resources has gained recognition for its trusted services linking research to community needs according to the official website. It is part of the University of California system, managing Cooperative Extension services according to the official website. The organization conducts over 33,800 educational events each year and engages more than 18,400 volunteers in its initiatives according to the official website.
UC Agriculture and Natural Resources extends university research statewide through educational programs in all 58 counties. It delivers science-based information via workshops like this one in partnership with local organizations to support environmental stewardship and community development. According to the official website, it mobilizes volunteers and research centers across California to address state issues while enhancing economic contributions.