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The Invasive Species Control Summit has been partially funded by generous support from the Nebraska Environmental Trust

 

 

 

 

 

 


Invasive Species Control Summit

May 6-8, 2008

Gering Civic Center  -- 1050 M Street, Gering, NE

      An exciting opportunity is available for anyone wanting to get the most current and professional information on controlling invasive species such as Russian olive, saltcedar, and phragmites.

      The first ever Invasive Species Control Summit will be held May 6, 7, and 8, 2008 in Gering, Nebraska.

      This three-day event will showcase the most up-to-date research, information, techniques, chemicals, and equipment available for controlling species that degrade land and watersheds.

      Speakers will include researchers from Cornell University, the Tamarisk Coalition, the National Invasive Species Council, and representatives from nationally known chemical and equipment companies.

      Tours will be offered for those wanting to see results first hand of the acclaimed Nine Mile Creek Restoration Project northeast of Scottsbluff, and the progressive Wyoming Invasive Species control projects on the North Platte River near Torrington, Wyo. and Henry, Neb.

FULL SUMMIT AGENDA HERE

      Don't miss this great opportunity to have all your questions about invasive species answered (and some you didn't even know you had).

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