Re: USBI NRCS Code 336 Soil Carbon Amendment Funding Opportunity - Two Day Webinar on Soil Building with Biochar

[Ronal Larson]

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I decided it easier for me to make this posting and answer questions (John is overloaded).  There are concepts herein that go beyond biochar.

Ron

On Dec 7, 2022, at 10:38 PM, 

Hi Ron,

Do you think this would be appropriate to post on the CDR CarbonDiox...@googlegroups.com list?

Thank you,

- John

US Biochar Initiative is building the future from the ground up!

Hi Ron,

NRCS Code 336 Webinar Series US Biochar Initiative and Allied Soil Health Services are proud to present a two day deep dive on the new USDA NRCS Code 336 Soil Carbon Amendment and the funding it provides to build America's soil carbon using biochar & compost.   US Biochar Initiative proudly presents: How to get USDA funding for biochar with the NRCS Soil Carbon Amendment Practice. This free two day webinar series features Brandon Smith of Allied Soil Health Services, LLC (formerly with NRCS & led the development of the practice) along with Tom Miles and John Webster of the US Biochar Initiative. During this event we will take a deep dive into understanding the NRCS funding process and how the newly developed Soil Carbon Amendment Conservation Practice Standard (Code 336 or 808) can be used to improve soil health and build soil carbon through the application of biochar and compost. * Dec 14th - Day 1 - Programs and Implementation through NRCS You will learn how to navigate the NRCS financial assistance program to benefit your soil health goals. * Dec 15th - Day 2 - Technical Overview and Application Methodologies We will outline practical information to consider when sourcing, inoculating, and applying biochar. Methods to monitor soil nutrient interactions will also be discussed. This webinar series is intended for: - Ranchers, Farmers, Land Owners, and Growers - Certified Crop Advisors (CEU’s Pending) - Nutrient Management Specialists - Family Forest Owners - Agronomists and Ag Retailers - Extension Educators - Soil and Water Conservation Districts - Biochar Producers and Distributors (Learn how to educate your clients.) CREDITS: This program qualifies for CEU credits. Please pass this along to your local NRCS agents, Extension Universities, and Certified Crop Advisors. Mark your calendar for Dec 14 & 15, Noon to 3 PM - EST // 9 AM to Noon - PST Same Zoom link will work for entry both days. Please monitor twitter for updates. Cost = $ FREE   Register Now! Donations and sponsorships allow US Biochar Initiative to present more programs like this. Suggested donations: Individual = $20 day Organization / Business = $100 day USBI is a non-profit 501c3 dedicated to the advancement of the biochar industry in the Americas. Make your tax deductible donation today. Interested in sponsoring this program? Contact jo...@biochar-us.org Partial funding for this event was made possible by a grant from the US Forest Service. Follow and watch for status updates: https://twitter.com/usbiochar   Donate to USBI