BC Institute of Agrologists AGM – May 8, 2019
Date: Wednesday May 8, 2019 Location: The Westin Bayshore Hotel, 1601 Bayshore Drive in Vancouver – Ballroom Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm Registration for the BCIA AGM is NO CHARGE. Login to register below. (Be sure to confirm your registration by selecting REGISTER FOR EVENT twice.) The business conducted at the annual general meeting shall include: adoption of […]
Karl C. Ivarson Scholarship for Students in Soil Science
The Dr. Karl C. Ivarson Soil Science Scholarship provides financial support to a student entering the second or subsequent year of graduate studies in soil science (agriculture, environment, geology, agro-ecology or other related disciplines) at a Canadian university. Candidates must hold Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residence status in Canada and be enrolled in their graduate […]
CSSS Alaska and Arctic Soils Field Tour
There are still three spots available for the CSSS 2019 Alaska and Artic Soils summer field tour. Spots will be assigned on a first come basis. The trip is July 11-23, 2019. The base trip should cost $1,735 plus airfare for undergraduates. There are no funds for scholarships or discounts for students this year. Airfare […]
2019 Alberta Soils Tour
May 30-31, 2019 Central Alberta Region Red Deer – Drumheller – Red Deer The Alberta Soils Tour is an excellent training opportunity for those working with soils, whether the focus is on soil conservation, land reclamation, or agronomy. Experts will provide background on soil formation and the various soil profiles for each of the landscapes […]
As above, so below: An introduction to soils, ecosystems and livelihoods in the Tropics
The tropics are as beautiful and diverse below-ground as they are above-ground. Learn how to use knowledge about the natural variability in soil properties for the sustainable management of ecosystems and farms. This free, 7-week, edX course starts May 13, 2019. Learn more and view the course syllabus here. Instructors: Karen Vancampenhout, Professor […]
Karl C. Ivarson Scholarship for Students in Soil Science and Related Studies
Applications are invited for the 2018 Ivarson Scholarship for Students in Soil Science and Related Studies. One scholarship of $2,000 will be awarded. Please read the scholarship guidelines carefully before completing an application. Deadline for application is 11:59 pm ET, May 25, 2018. Visit the link here.
ALR Consultation: Protecting Farmland and Farmers
Important information regarding the ALR Consultation Process: Letter from Art Bomke: Protecting Farmland and Farmers Revitalization of the Agricultural Land Reserve and the Agricultural Land Commission Visit the website to find out more information: https://engage.gov.bc.ca/agriculturallandreserve/
Thanks to all participants of the 2018 Spring Workshop/AGM
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Student Poster Competition
The PRSSS Annual Poster Competition for students is happening at the Spring Workshop and AGM. This is a great opportunity to showcase your ideas and projects related to soil science. There will also be cash prizes (1st – $300, 2nd – $200 and 3rd – $100). Register for the workshop if you want to participate.
Canadian Biosolids and Residuals Conference 2018
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