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MAR.222-Differentiating the Value and Cost of Compost Across Likely Farm Use Scenarios in Western Washington-AC23.USCC

Compost can have a wide range of values depending on the cropping system and the application rate needed for impacts. Under reasonable assumptions, compost value exceeded cost for some, but not all, crops in our study area. Ongoing efforts to overcome barriers to use in these crops is worthwhile.Speakers: Karen HillsDuration: 26 minutesCredits: 0.5Member Price:… Continue reading MAR.222-Differentiating the Value and Cost of Compost Across Likely Farm Use Scenarios in Western Washington-AC23.USCC

POL.221-Why On-Farm Composting Matters & How to Expand it-AC23.USCC

Expanding composting on farms is critical for both creating a more resilient composting infrastructure and making high-quality compost more accessible for improving soil health on farms. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of the importance of on-farm composting and compost use and how to promote both.Speakers: Linda Bilsens-BrolisDuration: 14 minutesCredits: 0.5Member Price: $30.00Non-Member Price:… Continue reading POL.221-Why On-Farm Composting Matters & How to Expand it-AC23.USCC

POL.220-Leveraging CA’s New Compost Regulations for Carbon Sequestration – Jurisdictions Teaming up with Ag and Businesses on Carbon Farming-AC23.USCC

– Jurisdictions can meet procurement through carbon farming, within their desired budgets because ZFP will identify projects, identify farmer cost-share and provide our own cost-sharing (when possible). – Composters can encourage price premiums and/or generate more quote requests through Compost.Ag.Speakers: Leo BeckermanDuration: 18 minutesCredits: 0.5Member Price: $30.00Non-Member Price: $52.50Purchase Course Now

VIS.217-Healthy Soils for Healthy Parks: Los Angeles Urban Carbon Farm at Griffith Park-AC23.USCC

New Carbon Parks: Integrated community composting and regenerative land management practices are envisioned as a new park model centered around carbon sequestration, climate resiliency, and community well-being. High quality, biologically active compost further strengthens soil C sequestration. Centering community contribution, participation, and education supports environmental justice and healthy communities.Speakers: Lynn FangDuration: 20 minutesCredits: 0.5Member Price:… Continue reading VIS.217-Healthy Soils for Healthy Parks: Los Angeles Urban Carbon Farm at Griffith Park-AC23.USCC

POL.118-Are You in the Zone? Understanding Maryland’s Commercial Food Waste Ban and the Impact of local Zoning Ordinances-AC23.USCC

Zoning’s impact on the success of Maryland composting projects. Learn how local zoning ordinances might affect the future development of organics recycling infrastructure, and what local leaders can do now in support of diverting organics from landfill.Speakers: Regina Cagle IrrDuration: 17 minutesCredits: 0.5Member Price: $30.00Non-Member Price: $52.50Purchase Course Now