Aquatic Weed School 2024
Sep 17th-18th, 2024
Bowley Plant Science Teaching Facility
UC Davis
The Aquatic Weed School is an intensive 2-day course focusing on issues associated with developing weed management strategies in a variety of aquatic ecosystems. The course provides a rare opportunity for professionals to efficiently update their understanding of aquatic weeds and interact with experts in this field. The Aquatic Weed School is designed for those involved in consulting, research, and management of aquatic weed systems throughout the western United States.
TOPICS include ecological classification and impacts of aquatic weeds :: biology of aquatic weeds :: physical and chemical characteristics of aquatic ecosystems :: regulatory issues—update on National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), are herbicides safe, label compliance, herbicide registration process :: aquatic weed ID :: equipment for monitoring :: IPM in aquatic plant management :: physical and mechanical control methods :: biological control :: chemical and non-chemical control :: integrated and adaptive aquatic plant management program, and more.
AGENDA
Download the 2024 Agenda
DATES and TIMES
Day 1 :: Tuesday, Sept 17, 2024
8:00 AM-8:30 AM :: Check-in
8:30 AM-5:00 PM :: Program
Day 2 :: Wednesday, Sept 18, 2024
8:00 AM-8:05 AM :: Announcements
8:00 AM-5:00 PM :: Program
LOCATION
UC Davis Bowley Plant Science Teaching Facility
1200 Ext Center Dr
Davis, CA 95616
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A limited number of 50% discount coupon codes are offered for current students and UC Cooperative Extension Advisors and Specialists for this event.
Send an email to wric@ucdavis.edu to request a coupon code. Students should include proof of current student status with email. Register here!
REFUND POLICY
Refunds will be granted (less a $75 processing fee) if a written request is received 9/9/2024. No refunds will be granted after 9/9/2024. Refunds or credit are not given for no-shows. We do not offer credit for future events. If you are unable to attend, you may send a substitute in your place at no additional charge.
In the event that this course is cancelled or postponed due to insufficient enrollments or unforeseen circumstances, we will fully refund the course fee but cannot be held responsible for any other expenses including cancellation or change charges assessed by airlines, hotels, travel agencies, or other organizations.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
This course is approved for the following continuing education units:
DPR >> 2.5 hours Laws and Regs, 10.0 hours Other
Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) >> 14.0 hours IPM
SPECIAL NEEDS
If you require special needs (e.g. vegetarian meal), please contact our office. With advance notice, we will try to accommodate your needs.
PHOTO RELEASE
Occasionally we use photographs of event participants in our promotional materials. By virtue of your attendance, you agree to the use of your likeness in such material.
We also reserve the right to replace a speaker or topic, or adjust the agenda. We will make every effort to notify participants of any changes or cancellations.
For more information, contact the UC Weed Research & Information Center :: e-mail: wric@ucdavis.edu :: phone: (530) 752-1748
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