Online conference : Devon and Cornwall Soils Alliance - building capacity and capability in soils advice across the two counties.

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About this event

Join us via a MS Teams Webinar from 10am to 11.30am on Wednesday, 2 June.

Hear an update on the activities of the Devon and Cornwall Soils Alliance (DCSA) over the last year, to include:

  • 10am: Dr Laurence Couldrick, Westcountry Rivers Trust CEO.

An introduction and update on the DCSA purpose and findings from the seven Catchment Feasibility Studies.

  • 10.10am: Brendon Hunter- Agri-Environment Advisor, ADAS.

A case study presentation from a feasibility study soil mentor on their experiences of undertaking the study in their catchment.

Followed by a five minute Q&A.

  • 10.30am: Hugh Davey – Devon & Cornwall Land Management -Project Manager, Environment Agency.

Learn about the role of regulation and how this integrates with the findings of these studies and how this articulates with forming a business case for funding.

Followed by a five minute Q&A.

  • 10.55am: Professor Jenny Dungait- Soil Health Expert:.

A talk relating to the function of soil carbon in building soil health and some of the challenges faced.

Followed by a five minute Q&A.

  • 11.20 am: Summing up with Dr Laurence Couldrick.

Register to attend and we will send you the webinar link ahead of the session.