You must register for this webinar.

Farmers and ranchers are invited to attend a two-part lunchtime workshop series, hosted by Climate & Agriculture Initiative BC , which will highlight potential wildfire risks to agricultural operations and the measures producers can take to prepare for and mitigate those risks.

Topics in this workshop:

• Why a farm/ranch wildfire plan is important; understanding wildfire threat and impacts; agency and producer roles during a wildfire
• An introduction to resources available for planning and preparation
• Steps to create your custom Farm/Ranch Wildfire Plan, including developing operational maps for planning and communication and inventories for livestock, response equipment and resources and water sources

A second workshop will be held on Tuesday, April 27 to discuss:

• Key considerations for risk reduction on agricultural properties, such as reducing combustibles, using fire resistant materials, and planning for sprinkler protection, including best practices unique to agriculture
• Livestock protection planning
• Employee and visitor evacuation planning, including for operations with multiple properties, seasonal workers and agritourism
• Safety and legal considerations when burning
• Insurance considerations and damage assessment and recovery after a wildfire

For more info and to register, please visit: https://wildfire-planning-workshops-2021.eventbrite.ca