Are you interested in learning more about soil monitoring and reforestation? Then mark your calendars for January 26th and 27th, and join us for our informative webinar series on these important topics.
WEBINAR – 26 January 2023
Soil monitoring
On January 26th, we will delve into the latest techniques and technologies for monitoring soil health. From remote sensing to in-situ measurements, we will cover the various methods for measuring key soil properties such as moisture content, nutrient levels, and organic matter. We will also discuss the importance of soil monitoring and its role in sustainable land management.
WEBINAR – 27 January 2023
Reforestation
On January 27th, we will focus on reforestation and the various strategies for restoring our forests. We will discuss the benefits of reforestation, including carbon sequestration, biodiversity conservation, and soil health improvement. We will also cover the different approaches to reforestation, such as natural regeneration and plantation establishment, and the challenges and opportunities involved in each.
These webinars will be led by experts in the field and will include interactive Q&A sessions, allowing you to ask questions and engage with the speakers. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and contribute to the conservation of our precious natural resources. Take a look at the content of each webinar and who will be there!
Webinar 1 – Soil Monitoring in Europe and beyond
Programme 26 January 2023 | (GMT+1, Lisbon time)
11:00 – 11:05 | Prof. Iggy Litaor – Introductory remarks
11:05 – 11:50 | Prof. Tomas Reznik, Kotlarska – Geospatial Modelling in Precision Agriculture: Satellite-based Predictions in Light of a Decade of Second-by-second Yield Measurements
11:50 – 12:35 | Prof. Pinchas Fine – Environmentally safe disposal of dairy/domestic wastewater via irrigation of reconstructed mixed forest – forage formation
12:35 – 12:50 | Coffee Break
12:50 – 13:35 | Prof. Yael Laor – Monitoring and archiving challenges at the Model Farm for Sustainable Agriculture, Newe Ya’ar Research Center
13:35 – 14:10 | Prof. Iggy Litaor – Alpine Ecosystem Response to Climate Warming: Long-Term Monitoring Data of Lakes, soils and Streams Chemistries Revisited
14:10 – 14:30 | Discussion
Webinar 2 – Reforestation: a technique to promote soil health
Programme 27 January 2023 | (GMT+1, Lisbon time)
11:00 – 11:05 | Cristina Cruz – Introductory remarks
11:05 – 11:35 | Conceição Silva (Mediterranean Forest Union – INAC) – The Mediterranean forest and the “Montado”
11:35 – 12:00 | Teresa Dias (cE3c) – Arbuscular mycorrhizal traits are good indicators of soil multifunctionality in drylands.
12: 00 – 12:05 | Coffee Break
12:05 – 12:30 | Florian Ulm (cE3c) – Reforest: an example on how to build soil
12:30 – 13:00 | Sergio Fabres (The Navigator Company/Ana Quintela) – Eucalypt plantations and soil health
13:00 | End of works