Common Ground-Getting to the Root of Forest Productivity
Speaker(s): Jacquie Foss, Tongass National Forest
Description: Forest productivity is directly related to soil productivity. When we take care of our soils, we invest in the long term health of our forest lands. Starting from this place of mutual understanding, Tongass soil scientists have built strong relationships with the Tongass foresters.

Finding Common Ground: How Soil Scientists and Silviculturists Can Develop a Common Understanding of Site Resilience
Speaker(s): Erik Anderson, Custer-Gallatin National Forest
Description: Understanding how soil forming factors and climatic variables influence site recovery can help address concerns for regeneration and long-term site productivity in a changing climate. By working together, soil scientists and silviculturists can arrive at a common understanding of site resilience.

Insights, Tips, and Suggestions for Building Relationships Between Soil Scientists and Foresters
Speaker(s): Derek Pierson, Rocky Mountain Research Station, US Forest Service
Description: Collaboration between professionals specializing in diverse environmental science disciplines improves forest management strategies and our understanding of forest health and productivity. Here, we will specifically focus on the importance of collaboration between soil scientists and foresters, demonstrating advantages for forest health and land practice.

SAF CFE: 1.5 Category 1
ESA CEU: 0.375