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Green Roof Systems: A decade of research and extension programming at the University of Maryland , featuring Dr. Andrew Ristvey.

In the years after the turn of the millennium, green roof systems became a popular method of green infrastructure. Green roofs supported government agency objectives to protect waters of the United States and filled a niche for urban storm water reduction where other management options like bio-retention or detention ponds were less favorable. A new industry grew from the increased interest in green roof installation. This brought some effective ideas and products, some not so effective. The Green Roof Research and Extension program at the University of Maryland was established to provide scientific research and outreach that would assist the industry in the development of technology, and government agencies in the establishment of green roof performance standards.

Dr. Andrew Ristvey is a University of Maryland Extension Specialist in Commercial Horticulture. His research and outreach programs include ornamental nursery nutrient and irrigation management, alternative specialty crops, and green roof/urban agricultural systems.
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Qualifies for one VCH CEU.

Cleaning Irrigation Pipes in Greenhouses & Nurseries  |  Featuring Dr. Rosa Raudales

Rosa will discuss how to identify and manage microbial and chemical causes of clogging in irrigation systems. Rosa Raudales is an assistant professor and extension specialist at the University of Connecticut. Rosa has a Ph.D. in Horticulture, a M.Sc. in Plant Pathology and a B.Sc. in Agricultural Science and Production Systems. The Raudales research and outreach program focuses on root-zone management in soil-less systems, safe and efficient use of low-quality water, development of nutrient programs to match water quality and crop needs, preventing waterborne diseases and preventing clogging of irrigation systems.
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Qualifies for one VCH CEU.