Urban Agriculture Series: Part 2
Join us for a presentation from Eric Fuselier on how to use native plants to attract beneficial insects.
Learn about the fascinating world of companion planting and how to get the most out of your fruit and vegetable garden by attracting beneficial insects using native plant species! In this program, Eric Fuselier will discuss the research and science behind which native plant species can be included within or near a vegetable garden to provide insect pest control and pollination services.
About Eric Fuselier:
Eric Fuselier is a Project Scientist/Environmental with olsson. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental, Soil, and Water Science from the University of Arkansas, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Louisiana Tech University. Eric has extensive knowledge of wetland science, soil science, and botany, and is a certified Professional Wetland Scientist. Eric is the President of the Arkansas Native Plant Society. He is an Executive Board Member of the South Central Chapter of the Society of Wetland Scientists, and serves as President of the Board of Directors for the Ozark Natural Science Center. He is also a member of the National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP) and the Society for Ecological Restoration (SER).
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