Conservation talk series announced, begins Dec. 3

PULLMAN – The Palouse Conservation District is hosting a free, virtual Conservation Talk Series to encourage conversation on soil and water conservation.

The series begins Dec. 3 with “Plant Diseases in the Garden: What They Look Like and How to Control Them Without Chemicals,” presented by Tim Paulitz, USDA-ARS research plant pathologist, WSU adjunct professor and Pullman Community Gardens manager.

The online program begins at 6 p.m .; registration is required at http://www.palousecd.org/conservation-talk-series.

Raffle prizes will be awarded to online attendees.

The remainder of the series is:

Jan. 7 — “Conservation Ag 101: Protecting the Palouse,” presented by Conservation Coordinator Tami Stubbs.

Feb. 4 — “Everyday Water Conservation,” presented by Pullman City Engineer Cara Haley.

March 11 — “Gearing up for gardening, Composting for Farms and Gardens,” presented by Lynne Carpenter-Boggs, soil scientist and WSU.