(Photo by Will Parson/Chesapeake Bay Program)

CRC Roundtable is a monthly virtual seminar series, to host targeted, inclusive, and informed conversations matching scientific advances and management needs in a way that moves us collectively forward toward decision-making for effective and sustainable management of the Chesapeake Bay, its watershed, and its living resources.

The lunchtime seminars invites a diverse range of researchers, managers, and other professionals to have timely conversations around topics relevant to the Chesapeake partnership. The seminars are designed to promote contribution, not just consumption, of information with short presentations followed by facilitated discussion among attendees. They provide a place for participants to “ask the clumsy questions”. The seminars also build connectivity across participating organizations and identify ways to increase our collective competency for decision making.

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Sowing Seeds, Growing Relationships: Chesapeake Bay Restoration and Agriculture

November 19th, 12-1 pm

Agriculture is vital to the Chesapeake Bay watershed’s economy and communities, feeding millions and giving many small towns their signature charming, rural character. However, farmland is often viewed only as a source of pollution, with farmers asked to voluntarily change practices that affect their livelihoods for the benefit of the Chesapeake Bay. The path to restoration runs through Chesapeake Bay farmlands, and significant changes are being asked of the agricultural community. How do we build the relationships and trust required to make progress?

Join us on Wednesday, November 19th from 12-1pm to discuss the economic and environmental sustainability of Chesapeake farmlands and explore how to move together towards a healthier watershed.

Speakers:

Kristen Hughes Evans, Executive Director, Sustainable Chesapeake
Jen Nelson, Coordinator, Chesapeake Bay Program’s Agricultural Advisory Committee