Promoting Climate-Smart and Resilient Forestry in the Southern United States.
Speaker(s): Puskar Khanal, Clemson University
Description: The climate of the Southeast is expected to see dramatic changes in the upcoming decades with direct and indirect effects on forest ecosystems. This project team of researchers and Extension specialists from four southern forestry schools plans to train forestry professionals and educators on climate-resilient forestry practices.

Forest Carbon Markets: Extension Programs and Resources
Speaker(s): Melissa Kreye, Pennsylvania State University
Description: Opportunities for forest owners to engage in climate change mitigation have increased due to the recent emergence of forest carbon market programs. At this talk, we will present an overview of the programs and resources provided by the FOCCE program and discuss opportunities for extension educators.

Developing and Harnessing Climate-Smart Commodities from Hardwood Restoration for Small and Underserved Landowners in the Southern Bottomland Region
Speaker(s): Nana Tian, University of Arkansas at Monticello
Description: The University of Arkansas at Monticello is learning this partnership project recruiting underserved landowners for disseminating project outcomes to the broader community of underserved landowners.

SAF CFE: 1.5 Category 1
ESA CEU: 0.375