Climate Change and Precautions to Be Taken Seminar - 2024
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Dr. Federico López Larrinaga Seminar
We invite all walnut producers to our seminar, which will be held with the presentation of Spanish Agricultural Engineer Federico Larrinaga.
The guest of our first seminar, which will be organized by the Walnut Producers Association on June 04, 2022 and will be open to the participation of only the members of the Walnut Producers Association and our sectoral stakeholders, will be Spanish Agricultural Engineer Federico López Larrinaga , who is also the consultant of many of our members.
WE FACE THE BIGGEST THREAT!
While we are trying to figure out what precautions we can take against the threats posed by global climate change, we now notice the effects of climate change in its harshest form in our gardens every year.
As the Walnut Producers Association, within the framework of our sustainability principles, we have initiated a very important study on the measures that can be taken regarding global climate change in walnut-producing orchards throughout Turkey.
FEDERICO LOPEZ EFFECTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON WALNUT PRODUCTION AND SOLUTIONS SEMINAR 2024
Spanish agricultural engineer Federico Lopez Larrinaga, who is known as an authority on hard shells, especially in walnut production, and who provides consultancy services in dozens of countries on 4 continents, is a consultant agricultural engineer in organizations such as the California Walnut Association of America, the Chilean Walnut Association, and the Mexican Walnut Association.
In the light of his extensive knowledge and experience, he made his presentation titled "The Effects of Climate Change on Walnut Production and Solutions", which he organized in Spain, Georgia and Italy in 2023, specifically for garden owners who want to produce walnuts and entrepreneurs who have just entered walnut cultivation, by the Walnut Producers Association. will be held in Turkey on May 11, 2024.
Strategies of Walnut Producers to Cope with Global Climate Change: Federico Lopez's Perspective
Climate change is a problem that deeply affects today's agriculture and poses a serious threat to those operating in the agricultural sector, such as walnut producers. In the face of this situation, it is vital for walnut producers to make their walnut orchards more resilient by taking appropriate measures. Spanish agricultural engineer Federico Lopez will give an important seminar on this subject and guide walnut producers.
Soil and Water Management:
Federico Lopez will present important strategies to walnut growers on soil and water management. It will discuss ways to preserve soil moisture and use water resources efficiently against the effects of climate change such as drought and irregular rainfall. He will also share practical solutions that can be applied to prevent erosion and maintain soil health.
Increase in Diversity:
Federico Lopez will emphasize why increasing diversity is important for walnut producers. Growing different walnut varieties is an effective strategy to adapt to climate change and reduce risks. Lopez will discuss in detail the advantages of different varieties and proper growing techniques.
Pest Control:
The seminar will focus on the effects of pests and diseases on walnut production. Federico Lopez will introduce integrated pest management techniques and emphasize the importance of reducing chemical pesticide use. Additionally, ways to combat pests while preserving ecological balance will also be suggested.
Agricultural Practices Adaptable to Climate Change:
Finally, Lopez will discuss agricultural practices that will help walnut producers adapt to climate change. Methods such as creating agro-forest gardens and installing shade shelters and windbreaks can contribute to making farms more resilient.
The seminar given by Federico Lopez will make significant contributions to walnut producers to increase their knowledge and skills in coping with global climate change. Lopez's expertise and experiences will help professionals in the walnut industry develop solution-oriented approaches. This seminar will be an important step in helping walnut producers secure their future success.
Who is Federico López Larrinaga
Federico López Larrinaga, with whom many of our members personally know, collaborate or work with agricultural engineers working in their gardens, since 2003 about walnut and almond cultivation almost all over the world He is the founder of NOGALTEC company, which provides expert consultancy.
Federico López Larrinaga, who provides consultancy services both in Turkey and in many countries on hard shellfish, which is his area of expertise, is also a consultant agricultural engineer in organizations such as the California Walnut Association of America, the Chilean Walnut Association, and the Mexican Walnut Association . .
In the light of his extensive knowledge and experience, Walnut Producers for the first time in Turkey presented the A to Z Walnut Cultivation presentation, which he prepared specially for both garden owners who are carrying out walnut production and for investors who are considering entering the walnut growing sector and organized in many countries. He will explain at the seminar organized by his association.
PRESENTATION
WHERE WILL THE SEMINAR BE HELD?
In our Seminar Event, which will be held at Yücesan Farm , founded by one of our members, Mert Yücesan, and planned to last a full day, the participants will not only benefit from lunch and coffee breaks at Yücesan Farm, but also have the chance to spend time with Federico Larrinaga .
09:30 Seminar Area Entrance – Registration
10:00 Seminar Opening Speech Ömer Ergüder
10.15 Main Sponsor Speech – Toprak Tarım
10.20 Seminar Session (1. Part)
11.30 Coffee Break
11.45 Media Sponsor Speech - Corteva
12.00 Seminar Session (2. Part)
13.00 Lunch
14.00 Venue and Badge Sponsor Speech
14.15 Seminar Session (3. Part)
15.15 Q&A Session
15:45 Seminar Closing Speeches
SEMINAR PROGRAM
IN WHICH LANGUAGE WILL THE SEMINAR BE HELD?
Simultaneous translation service will also be provided with the help of headphones for the participants who want to listen to the seminar, which will be held in English, in Turkish.
We would like to thank our sponsors who contributed to the realization of our seminar .