Pollinators on the Plains Conference 2021
Pollinators on the Plains Conference
In February 2021, we held a virtual Pollinators on the Plains conference. Over 120 people attended, and it was an uplifting event filled with great information on the impacts of pollinators from pesticides, farming practices that benefit pollinators, diverse methods of keeping and housing honeybees, and two regional community initiatives that benefit pollinators while enhancing the community. It was good to see faces of friends, both old and new, coming together via our computer screens circling the campfire around our love of pollinators.
Agenda
Announcement
KRC to Host “Pollinators on the Plains” Virtual Event to Kick Off 2021 Farm & Food Conference Series
The Kansas Rural Center (KRC) is excited to announce our Pollinators on the Plains conference to be held online on Friday, February 5, 2021, from 8:30 am – 4 pm CST. The virtual event will cover a range of pollinator topics, including beekeeping methods and strategies, innovative regional pollinator-based community initiatives, the intersection of pollinators with farming and ranching, and information on the impacts of pesticides on pollinators.
Pollinators on the Plains Conference Video Presentations
Daniel Raichel, NRDC Staff Attorney, Pollinator Initiative, Wildlife Division, presents the keynote address discussing the impacts of pesticides on pollinators.
Community Initiatives that support pollinators. Manhattan’s Pollinator Pockets and KCMO’s MO Hives KC. Prepare to be inspired!
Candy Thomas, NRCS Soil Health Specialist, discusses farming practices that benefit pollinators.
Center for Rural Affairs discusses their exploration into the success of alternate hive styles.
Master Beekeepers Becky and Steve Tipton provide an excellent overview of beekeeping basics.