WHAT: Quad Cities Pollinator Conference
WHEN: Wednesday, June 10-Thursday, June 11, 2015
WHERE: Jumer`s Casino & Hotel, 777 Jumer Dr., Rock Island, IL
WHO: Over 250 attendees have registered to attend this event. This includes: local, state and federal government employees, agricultural organizations, farmers/landowners, conservationists, environmental groups, gardeners, seed companies, nurseries, college/university employees and students, beekeepers and educators.
ABOUT: This is the inaugural Quad Cities Pollinator Conference, hosted by U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and Nahant Marsh. Planners made a conscious decision to invite all parties who have a stake in or play a role in the very serious problem of pollinator decline. Speakers include : researchers, educators, small and large farmers, governmental agencies, conservation workers, backyard gardeners, and chemical companies. The goal of this conference is to have an open dialogue that raises awareness of the issues, focuses on all facets of the problem and explores solutions.
