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The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) renewed its Notice of Order of Quarantine on January 1, 2023, to help prevent and slow spread of the Spotted Lanternfly first identified in Fairfield and New Haven Counties. This imported insect pest can feed on more than 70 species of plants and has the potential to threaten half of Connecticut trees. For more information on identifying and reporting sightings of this insect species, please see:
Vine Mile-a-minute vine is a highly invasive annual plant from eastern Asia that can quickly cover, outcompete and replace native vegetation, damaging habitat for native plants and animals. Early detection and rapid response are essential for control. Mile-a-minute was first found in Connecticut in Fairfield County in 1997. Since then, it has spread to 20 Connecticut towns, as far east as Stonington and as far north as Simsbury. Mile-a-minute spreads by seed and quickly grows into dense stands. Seeds are spread by wind and water.CC :: IWC :: Tools :: About CACIWC ::Publications :: Support CACIWC ::: Links :: Legislation :: Events
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Other Conferences and WorkshopsCLEAR Webinar: On September 13 at 12:00pm, (new date and time) Connecticut’s first Geographic Information Officer, Alfredo Herrera, will talk about the mission, goals, and activities of the new CT GIS Office and the new CT Geodata Portal. The CT Geodata Portal is a catalog of geospatial data and apps developed by Connecticut state agencies and partner organizations. Alfredo will talk about different ways to use the Geodata Portal and what is planned in the future. The webinar will be recorded and available afterwards in the CLEAR Webinar Library.
Environmental Job PostingsUConn is looking for a Connecticut Invasive Species Outreach Specialist to aid early detection efforts, conduct outreach, and support state-wide efforts to mitigate invasive species. For more information, please see: UConn Connecticut Invasive Species Outreach Specialist UConn Extension is looking for an Evaluation Specialist. UConn CT Trails Program has a funded graduate student opportunity in outdoor recreation, trail use, and monitoring. * * * * * * * The Connecticut River Coastal Conservation District is looking for a full-time Natural Resource Specialist to assist communities in protecting natural resources throughout the district area. For more information, please see: CT River Coastal Conservation District Natural Resource Specialist
Conservation Commission Role in Climate Change Resilience: CACIWC encourages all Conservation Commissions to review this Connecticut Institute for Resilience and Climate Adaptation (CIRCA) fact sheet on how to advocate for increasing climate change resiliency within their municipality:
For additional information on Inland Wetlands and Watercourses in Connecticut, including training and regulations, please see this State of Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) website: Inland Wetlands and Watercourses home page (ct.gov)
Please also see the DEEP Inland Wetlands Agency Directory at: AgentTownStaffDirectorypdf.pdf
For additional information on Connecticut Wildlife including CT species, the National Diversity Data Base, and Reporting a Wildlife Sighting, please see this CT DEEP website: Wildlife in Connecticut
Planning for Agriculture:
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