http://www.nwwg.org/event/feed February 06, 2012 - March 07, 2012 en http://www.nwwg.org/node/1144 <div class="start">Start: 2012-02-17 07:45</div> <div class="end">End: 2012-02-17 12:30</div> <p>Enhancing biodiversity- Insectary Hedgerows Workshop-to Improve Sustainability, Friday February 17th, 2012, 7:45am-12:30 pm, at Bonterra Vineyards, 2231 McNab Ranch Rd, Ukiah, CA. </p> <p>WORKSHOP TOPICS WILL INCLUDE:<br /> -Incorporating hedgerows into agricultural operations<br /> -Advantages of beneficial insects on production and diversity<br /> -NRCS Funding incentives for hedgerow installations<br /> -Role of hedgerows in improving water quality &amp; reducing erosion<br /> -Selecting plants, shrubs &amp; trees to maximize insectary habitat<br /> -Site preparation, installation and maintenance<br /> -Walking tour of Bonterra’s mature hedgerow<br /> -Bee Friendly Farming Mini-Grant Opportunity</p> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:59:03 -0800