BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20200101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240319T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240319T161500 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20240207T150551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T125002Z UID:3614-1710856800-1710864900@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Bacterial Plant Diseases Policy Workshops DESCRIPTION:As the Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme draws to a close we invite you to join us for two online round table events to discuss research findings which have policy implications. Each session will begin with short primers from our researchers and provocations from a stakeholder representative. Then there will be an opportunity to discuss the issues in breakout groups before closing with an interactive future-oriented survey. \n\n\n\nThe sessions will be online and chaired by Mariella Marzano and Laura Meagher. \n\n\n\nYou are welcome to attend one or both sessions. If you would like to attend please email bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com \n\n\n\n2.00-3.00pm: Novel Biocontrol \n\n\n\nSeveral of our projects have been researching promising biocontrol techniques including phages\, bacteriocins and microbiome modification. How effective are they likely to be? What are the potential ecological consequences of selectively applying certain microbes? Are any new protocols or legislation required for these methods? \n\n\n\n3.15-4.15pm: Monitoring and Diagnostics \n\n\n\nThis session is an opportunity to discuss research relating to biosecurity. What are the emerging threats? Can the latest research help inform current disease monitoring programmes? How could new genetic information on pathogens or vectors be used to develop improved diagnosis or monitoring? URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/bacterial-plant-diseases-policy-workshops/ LOCATION:Online via Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Policy-round-table-graphic-low-res.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230820T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230820T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20230214T172522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T173138Z UID:2748-1692522000-1692550800@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Understanding the ecology and evolution of bacterial wilt disease in the plant microbiomes DESCRIPTION:As part of the 12th International Congress of Plant Pathology\, colleagues from the Ralstonia Phage project are organising a satellite event focused on Ralstonia solanaceraum. \n\n\n\nFind out more and find out how to register or submit an abstract \n\n\n\nRalstonia solanaceraum is one of the most destructive bacterial plant pathogens worldwide\, causing bacterial wilt and major crop losses\, especially in the solanaceous plant family. While a solid understanding of the molecular interactions between the pathogen and crop plants have been established\, these interactions are poorly understood in more complex rhizosphere microbiomes. Moreover\, while increasing evidence suggests that plant-pathogen interactions can evolve rapidly\, this is seldom recognised in the context of plant pathogen control. In this session\, we will bring together experts from microbiome research\, systems biology\, plant pathology\, experimental evolution and plant pathogen biocontrol to build a multidisciplinary view of the ecology and evolution of R. solanacearum in rhizosphere microbiomes. We aim to produce a holistic summary of how ecological and evolutionary information could be harnessed for bacterial wilt biocontrol and to identify key environmental drivers associated with disease outbreaks. We also welcome researchers interested in R. solanacearum pangenome to better understand its genetic diversity in space and time. URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/understanding-the-ecology-and-evolution-of-bacterial-wilt-disease-in-the-plant-microbiomes/ LOCATION:LYON CONVENTION CENTRE\, 50\, quai Charles de Gaulle\, Lyon\, 69006\, France CATEGORIES:Science ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Picture3-e1676395866782.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230619T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230619T150000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20230602T100438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T100531Z UID:3088-1687183200-1687186800@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Oak Crown Condition Workshops DESCRIPTION:Crown condition is used to score how healthy trees are. Essentially\, the more leaves a tree has\, the more energy it can produce and use for growth. We are running training courses this summer\, so that you can assess visually assess your own trees and monitor their condition (especially useful for those in Observatree who monitor sentinel trees or tree managers looking for subtle differences in condition). In addition\, observations collected on the day will help to extend a national monitoring scheme. \n\n\n\nCrown condition monitoring has been undertaken by Forest Research since the 1980s\, but this is limited to 84 sites with oak trees. We would like to understand the changing condition of oak trees at a wider number of locations\, and we think sentinel tree monitoring by citizen scientists could help us achieve this goal. \n\n\n\nAs part of the BacStop project we are developing methods to standardise and calibrate observations from individual volunteers\, so that they link seamlessly with the Forest Research datasets. \n\n\n\nThis training will involve two steps: \n\n\n\n\nA short webinar in advance (planned for 2pm on 19th June). This would let us introduce the idea of condition monitoring ahead of meeting up in the field. (A recording will also be available if you can’t make the date).\n\n\n\nA half day training day\, this would be outdoors walking around a parkland and discussing the trees we pass and includes a final activity where everyone can score 10 sentinel trees.\n\n\n\n\nWorkshops will take place on three dates in July 2023\, 12-3 pm each day: \n\n\n\n\n4th July – Attingham (Shrewsbury)\n\n\n\n5th July – Blickling (Norwich)\n\n\n\n6th July – Ickworth (Bury St Edmunds)\n\n\n\n\nPlease contact Nathan\, nathan.brown@forestresearch.gov.uk if you would like to book a free place at one of the workshops. Full joining instructions will be sent ahead of the dates. URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/oak-crown-condition-workshops/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Public ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Healthy-crown-e1634555122640.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230609T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230609T143000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20230517T144800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T145346Z UID:3043-1686315600-1686321000@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Wikipedia Editing Training DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how to edit Wikipedia? Have you found an error or a gap that you wanted to correct? Have you ever wished there were better images on Wikimedia? Wikipedia is the world’s largest online encyclopedia and it is created and maintained by people like you. Contributing to Wikipedia and connected sites can be a great way to contribute to getting better information out into the world and ensuring an enduring legacy for your work. It’s also an opportunity to practice writing for non-specialists. \n\n\n\nWe are organising online training which is open to everyone connected to the BPD Programme. There will be two training sessions delivered by Wikipedia expert Kirsty Ross. After the course Sarah McLusky will arrange some co-working sessions to help you work on your edits. \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Friday 9 June 2023\, 1.00-2.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 2: Friday 16 June 2023\, 1.00-2.30pm \n\n\n\n(you should plan to attend both sessions)\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Content\n\n\n\nSession 1 – Introduction and getting started \n\n\n\n\nWhy bother with Wikipedia (potential impact)\n\n\n\nOverview of Wikipedia\, different sections\n\n\n\nCreating Wikidata profile and a Wikipedia user account\n\n\n\n\nSession 2 – Editing content \n\n\n\n\nEditing articles\n\n\n\nCreating articles\n\n\n\nUploading images URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/wikipedia-editing-training/ LOCATION:Online via Zoom CATEGORIES:Project Teams only ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Wiki-editing-training-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230510T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230510T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20230426T091909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T155959Z UID:2972-1683723600-1683727200@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:The impact of bacterial diseases on crops and food supply DESCRIPTION:For Plant Health Week 2023 we will be discussing various bacterial diseases and how they threaten our food supply. \n\n\n\nBacterial diseases affect many food plants reducing yields and contributing to shortages. Emerging diseases not yet present in the UK also threaten to devastate our crops. Our researchers are studying bacterial diseases which affect carrots\, cabbages\, potatoes\, olives\, cherries and strawberries amongst others. Come along to hear about the latest research into preventing and managing diseases caused by bacteria like Xanthomonas\, Xylella\, Pectobacterium\, and Candidatus Liberibacter solanacearum. \n\n\n\nSpeakers include \n\n\n\n\nMurray Grant (University of Warwick)\n\n\n\nJoana Vicente (FERA)\n\n\n\nJason Sumner-Kalkun (SASA)\n\n\n\nIan Toth (Hutton Institute)\n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite to receive the Zoom link URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/the-impact-of-bacterial-diseases-on-crops-and-food-supply/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Public ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Crops-and-food-webinar-cover-10May23-low-res.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230508T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230514T235959 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20230111T154820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T092546Z UID:2557-1683504000-1684108799@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Plant Health Week 2023 DESCRIPTION:Plant Health Week 2023\, coordinated by Defra\, will be held in the UK from Monday 8 to Sunday 14 May. It also coincides with the International Day of Plant Health on 12 May 2023 which is coordinated by FAO (UN). Both events are all about celebrating the benefits of healthy plants – to help to end hunger\, reduce poverty\, protect the environment\, and boost economic development. \n\n\n\nFor Plant Health Week 2023 we will be hosting a webinar on bacterial diseases which threaten our crops and food supply – find out more and register here. We will also be repeating our social media takeover using #HelpingKeepPlantsHealthy to show what our researchers are doing to contribute to improving plant health. \n\n\n\nClick here to read about what we did last year. URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/plant-health-week-2023/ CATEGORIES:Public ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/web-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230308T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230309T150000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20230111T153857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T153900Z UID:2552-1678266000-1678374000@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:BPD Project Teams Meeting DESCRIPTION:A chance for all the project teams to get together to share their research\, think about legacy and dissemination\, and share future research plans. URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/bpd-project-teams-meeting/ LOCATION:St James Park\, Barrack Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 4ST\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Project Teams only,Science ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sheffield-team.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221117T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221117T110000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20220920T154434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T124740Z UID:2076-1668677400-1668682800@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Fighting Bac: New technologies for predicting and detecting bacterial plant diseases (Stakeholder Workshop) DESCRIPTION:In the second of our Fighting Bac workshops our researchers will share new approaches for identifying and modelling disease outbreaks. The workshop will focus particularly on the next steps for translating these findings into real world innovations and how stakeholders can get involved. \n\n\n\nThe challenges facing plant health in the UK and worldwide are constantly evolving due to factors like climate change\, global trade and changing land use. That might mean previously absent diseases reaching our shores or existing pathogens spreading to new areas or hosts. It has never been more important to have robust ways of detecting pathogens and predicting how they might spread so they can quickly be contained. \n\n\n\nSeveral of our projects are working on improved ways to do exactly this. They are working to understand bacterial taxonomy\, host-specialisation\, and the mechanics of transmission\, which could hold the key to predicting the emergence and spread of new diseases. They are also modelling how climate forecasts\, trade routes\, changes in land management and other factors might influence disease outbreaks. \n\n\n\nIn this workshop researchers will share their findings so far\, as well as their ideas for the next steps to turn their research into pioneering products or processes. Stakeholders will be invited to contribute to this future-focussed conversation\, identifying potential areas of collaboration and knowledge exchange. \n\n\n\nConfirmed projects: \n\n\n\nXanthomonas Threats (understanding Xanthomonas spp genetics\, host range\, transmission and resistance)Pseudomonas-Prunus (understanding host specificity and predicting host range for Pseudomonas syringae)CALIBER (understanding disease transmission and developing diagnostic tools for Candidatus Liberibacter solanacearum)\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite to receive the Zoom link URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/new-technologies-for-predicting-and-detecting-bacterial-plant-diseases/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Public,Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/New-technologies-workshop-graphic_2160x1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221103T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221103T113000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20220920T152556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T150730Z UID:2067-1667467800-1667475000@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Fighting Bac: Making microbes our allies (Stakeholder Workshop) DESCRIPTION:In the first of our Fighting Bac workshops our researchers will share promising new strategies for controlling bacterial plant diseases using microbes and microbial products. The workshop will focus particularly on the next steps for translating these findings into real world innovations and how stakeholders can get involved. \n\n\n\nThe plant microbiome is the collection of microorganisms that live on and around plants. The microbiome is a complex interdependent community which can cause disease but can also have positive benefits such as boosting disease resistance or aiding nutrient uptake. Several of our projects are researching how to harness the power of the beneficial microbes and microbial products to protect crops and trees from bacterial diseases. These novel strategies include engineering microbial communities\, and highly specific bacteriophages and bacteriocins. \n\n\n\nIn this workshop researchers will share their findings so far\, as well as their ideas for the next steps to turn their research into pioneering products or processes. Stakeholders will be invited to contribute to this future-focussed conversation\, identifying potential areas of collaboration and knowledge exchange. \n\n\n\nContributing projects \n\n\n\nFuture Oak (microbiome engineering to mitigate acute oak decline)Ralstonia Phage (using bacteriophages to control bacterial wilt in tomatoes)Disease Suppressive Microbes (using microbial mixtures and suppressive soil to suppress tomato root mat disease)Bac-Stop (the impact of environmental stress on the oak microbiome and acute oak decline)DeS-BL (using bacteriocins to control potato blackleg disease)\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite to receive the Zoom link URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/making-microbes-our-allies/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Public,Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Microbes-workshop-graphic_2160x1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221012T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221013T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20220711T160028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T135741Z UID:1724-1665568800-1665676800@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:ECRs Development Workshop DESCRIPTION:Aimed at early career researchers and PhD students\, this workshop will be an opportunity to develop skills\, think about your career trajectory and get to know your peers on other projects. \n\n\n\nThe programme will include \n\n\n\nNetworkingResearch presentationsWriting stronger applications for grants/ fellowships/ jobsLooking at alternative career pathsHoning your communication skillsHow to demonstrate research impact\n\n\n\nConfirmed speakers include Jared Fudge (Associate Editor\, Current Biology journal) and Debbie Harding (UKRI-BBSRC). \n\n\n\nThis unique opportunity is only open to those currently affiliated to one of our projects. To find out more contact Debbie Frederickson-Matika URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/ecrs-development-workshop/ LOCATION:Halifax Hall\, Endcliffe Vale Road\, Sheffield\, West Yorkshire\, S10 3ER\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Project Teams only ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sheffield-team.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220921T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220923T180000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20220711T160833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T160838Z UID:1726-1663750800-1663956000@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:International Plant Health Conference DESCRIPTION:Organised by FAO and Defra\, the First International Plant Health Conference aims to address new and emerging plant health challenges\, including climate change impacts\, the risks associated with significant increase in international trade\, the rapid loss of biological diversity and new pest pathways such as e-commerce by exploring more efficient national\, regional and global policies\, structures and mechanisms. \n\n\n\nThe Conference will be held in London\, the United Kingdom on 21 – 23 September 2022 and is co-organized by the Department for Environment\, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) of the United Kingdom (UK) and the Secretariat of the International Plant Protection Convention. \n\n\n\nWe hope to host a side event and an exhibition stand at the conference. URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/international-plant-health-conference/ LOCATION:Queen Elizabeth II Centre\, Broad Sanctuary\, London\, SW1P 3EE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Public,Science,Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/web-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220901T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220901T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20220607T152318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T152446Z UID:1544-1662040800-1662048000@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Masterclass 2: Making the Most of Knowledge Exchange and Impact Generation DESCRIPTION:Whether due to your personal commitment and/or to funders’ insistence\, researchers find themselves pursuing real-world impacts from their work. This practical\, interactive masterclass will focus on critical processes in generating impacts\, such as Knowledge Exchange\, as well as on capturing impacts for compelling impact narratives. \n\n\n\nThis masterclass is for BPD project teams only. If you are employed by\, studying with\, or collaborating with one of our projects and would like to attend please email us to check if you are eligible. URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/making-the-most-of-knowledge-exchange-and-impact-generation/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Project Teams only ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/hands-g9048767e1_640.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220630T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220630T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20220607T151610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T151847Z UID:1540-1656597600-1656604800@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Masterclass 1: Making the Most of Interdisciplinarity DESCRIPTION:Increasingly\, complex research challenges require interdisciplinary approaches. Increasingly\, too\, funders require interdisciplinarity. This masterclass will describe what interdisciplinarity actually is and why it is sought\, along with the challenges and opportunities it presents to researchers. However\, the emphasis of the masterclass will be on the ‘how’ of interdisciplinarity\, offering practical guidance to researchers at all career stages. \n\n\n\nThis masterclass is for BPD project teams only. If you are employed by\, studying with\, or collaborating with one of our projects and would like to attend please email us to check if you are eligible. URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/making-the-most-of-interdisciplinarity/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Project Teams only ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/painting-g012cf69ea_640.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220511T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220511T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20220420T130021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T133918Z UID:1121-1652274000-1652277600@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Innovative approaches to controlling bacterial plant diseases (webinar) DESCRIPTION:As part of Plant Health Week\, this webinar will explore innovative biocontrol methods that could reduce the impact of bacterial plant diseases on our farms\, forests and gardens. \n\n\n\nConventional antibiotic treatments can damage the environment and are becoming less effective as bacteria evolve resistance. New approaches are urgently needed. This webinar will include three short presentations on promising new treatments and the opportunity to ask questions. \n\n\n\nTopics and speakers: \n\n\n\nBacteriophages with Dr Ville Friman (University of York and Ralstonia Phage project)Microbiome engineering with Prof James McDonald (Bangor University and Future Oak project)Disease suppressive soils with Prof Duncan Cameron (University of Sheffield and Disease Suppressive Microbes project)\n\n\n\nRegister via Eventbrite for the Zoom link \n\n\n\n(Featured image: ‘Microbe Hunting’ by Natalie Barratt of Disease Suppressive Microbes – one of the category winners in our Bac In The Picture photo competition) URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/innovative-approaches-to-controlling-bacterial-plant-diseases/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Public,Science ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Microbe-hunting-Natalie-Barratt-800x450-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220509T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220515T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20220426T133808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T133818Z UID:1173-1652086800-1652634000@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Plant Health Week DESCRIPTION:Plant Health Week 2022\, coordinated by Defra\, will be held in the UK from Monday 9 to Sunday 15 May. It also coincides with the International Day of Plant Health on 12 May 2022 which is coordinated by FAO (UN). Both events are all about celebrating the benefits of healthy plants – to help to end hunger\, reduce poverty\, protect the environment\, and boost economic development. \n\n\n\nHere are BPD HQ we have been beavering away on our plans for marking #planthealthweek and #planthealthday. In particular we want to share how a better understanding of bacterial plant diseases can contribute to keeping plants healthy. We’ll be sharing insights from our research teams\, showcasing some of our favourite plants and publishing some new blog posts. Here are some of the things you can look forward to: \n\n\n\nWebinar: Our main Plant Health Week event will be a webinar on Wednesday 11 May at 1pm. The topic is ‘Innovative approaches to controlling bacterial plant diseases’ and will feature some promising approaches being researched by our project teams. Find out more here.Plants Make Life Better: On Tuesday 10 May we’ll be encouraging everyone to post their favourite plants outside of the lab – houseplants\, tasty plants\, useful plants\, plants in art or film – with the hashtag #PlantsMakeLifeBetter Why not join in?Research In Action: On Thursday 12 May\, for International Plant Health Day\, we’ll be asking our researchers to post on social media about what they are doing in their research to help keep plants healthy with the hashtag #HelpingKeepPlantsHealthyBlog Updates: We will also be sharing some new blog posts and resources with insights into the work of our research projects.\n\n\n\nAnd that is just what we have planned! Many other organisations including RHS\, Tree Council\, Kew Gardens\, Woodland Trust and the Linnean Society are getting involved too. A highlight will be the FAO’s celebratory webinar on Thursday 12 May at 12.30pm (UK time). You can register for free here. Otherwise keep an eye on social media\, particularly #planthealthweek and #planthealthday and do join in! URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/plant-health-week/ CATEGORIES:Public,Science ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/web-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220315T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220316T163000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20220125T143650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T143659Z UID:891-1647338400-1647448200@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:BPD Programme Mid-Term Workshop DESCRIPTION:The two-day workshop for BPD supported project teams is a chance to meet\, network and hear updates from all the nine projects in the programme. There will also be discussions and activities relating to stakeholder engagement. \n\n\n\nWe are holding this as a hybrid event with the option to attend online or in person. \n\n\n\nThis event is for project teams and invited guests only. URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/bpd-programme-mid-term-workshop/ LOCATION:Halifax Hall\, Endcliffe Vale Road\, Sheffield\, West Yorkshire\, S10 3ER\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Project Teams only ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/halifax-hall.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220216T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220216T124500 DTSTAMP:20260424T220141 CREATED:20211101T142053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T110655Z UID:585-1645005600-1645015500@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Oak Health Stakeholder Meeting DESCRIPTION:Do you work with oak trees? Would you like to hear about some of the latest research into Acute Oak Decline and other oak health challenges? This online event\, organised by the BAC-STOP project and supported by the Future Oak project\, will share some of the latest oak health research news and updates on current investigations and results. \n\n\n\nThe meeting is aimed at all stakeholders\, including practitioners and funders\, from organisations such as Forestry Commission England\, Defra\, universities and research organisations as well as charities such as Woodland Heritage\, National Trust\, Royal Parks\, Woodland Trust\, Natural England and Action Oak\, and individual landowners/managers. \n\n\n\nThe format of the meeting will be online PowerPoint presentations from a number of project scientists\, followed by a short discussion with the opportunity to ask questions and contribute. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to attend please complete the enrolment form here. Further joining details and the final programme will be sent to you prior to the meeting. \n\n\n\nIf you require further information about the meeting please get in touch with either sally.simpson@forestresearch.gov.uk or sandra.denman@forestresearch.gov.uk \n\n\n\n\nRegister here URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/oak-stakeholder-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Pretty-yello-oak-leaf-and-acorns-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211201T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211201T143000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220142 CREATED:20211023T174608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211119T125026Z UID:439-1638365400-1638369000@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Bacterial tree diseases from past to future – how to identify\, manage and prevent new introductions DESCRIPTION:As part of Tree Week our experts will be discussing various bacterial diseases of trees and how everyone can play their part in helping to protect trees. \n\n\n\nFind out more about bacterial canker of ash (knotty ash) and poplar\, bacterial canker of cherry and plum\, fireblight of apples and pears\, and horse chestnut bleeding canker. The event will also discuss bacterial tree pathogens not present in UK\, the importance of biosecurity and what you can do to help. \n\n\n\nSpeakers include: \n\n\n\nJohn Mansfield (Emeritus Professor of Plant Pathology\, Imperial College) on long-established bacterial tree diseases such as cherry/plum canker and ash cankerSarah Green (Forest Research) on more recent invasive species\, such as horse chestnut bleeding cankerAlistair Yeomans (Scheme Manager for the Plant Healthy Certification Scheme) on future threats and what YOU can do to prevent new pathogens from becoming established\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite to receive the Zoom link. URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/bacterial-disease-of-trees-webinar/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Public ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Tree-disease-Webinar-1Dec21_1600x900.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211129T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211129T113000 DTSTAMP:20260424T220142 CREATED:20211023T173543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T130626Z UID:436-1638178200-1638185400@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Bacterial tree diseases and their impacts – ensuring a healthy future for our trees DESCRIPTION:How have bacterial tree diseases impacted various sectors and how can science help? \n\n\n\nThis event is for land managers\, policy makers\, horticulturalists\, farmers\, researchers and other stakeholders. It will explore how bacterial diseases can affect commercial forestry\, native woodland management and fruit trees with presentations and time for questions and discussion. \n\n\n\nConfirmed Speakers \n\n\n\nRebecca Gosling\, Conservation Evidence Officer\, Tree Health\, Woodland TrustChris Hardy\, Head of Plant and Seed Supply\, Forestry Commission EnglandRichard Harnden\, Director of Research\, Berry Gardens\n\n\n\nPanellists \n\n\n\nEric Baird\, Head Ranger at Glen Tanar Charitable TrustChris Fremantle\, Researcher\, Lecturer and ArtistHarry Watkins\, Director\, St Andrews Botanic Garden\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite to receive the Zoom link URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/bacterial-disease-of-trees-stakeholder-workshop/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Tree-disease-stakeholder-workshop-29Nov21_1600x900.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211129T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211212T235959 DTSTAMP:20260424T220142 CREATED:20210913T155138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T180440Z UID:41-1638144000-1639353599@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Bac In the Picture Photo Competition DESCRIPTION:We are inviting our project team members to share their adventures in plant pathology. In the field\, in the lab\, or anywhere else. Pictures that make them proud or pictures that make them laugh. Images that tell a story or spark curiosity. \n\n\n\nThe competition is now open for voting here \n\n\n\nThe winners will be chosen by a public vote and a jury. Winners will receive plant gift vouchers and see their images featured on the BPD Programme website\, social media and publications. The competition will be open for voting from Monday 29 November to Sunday 12 December with the winners announced by Friday 17 December. \n\n\n\nCategories \n\n\n\nBac to the Field:pictures taken in the field or glasshouseBac in the Lab:Pictures taken in the laboratory including microscopyBac Together:Pictures of teams undertaking project workBac to the Future:Pictures that reflect new discoveries and understandingBac in the Game:Unusual\, eye-catching or just funny moments from research\n\n\n\n\nVote here by 12 December URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/bac-in-the-picture-photo-competition/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Public ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/P6110098-615x340-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bacterial Plant Diseases Programme":MAILTO:bacterialplantdiseases@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210515T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220331T235959 DTSTAMP:20260424T220142 CREATED:20211011T162609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T110822Z UID:211-1621036800-1648771199@bacterialplantdiseases.uk SUMMARY:Odes 2 Oaks DESCRIPTION:What do oak trees mean to you? Can you imagine a world without them?\n\n\n\nUnfortunately our iconic oak trees face several threats from pests and diseases including Acute Oak Decline. Unchecked these threats could mean a future without oak trees in our streets\, parks and countryside. We think that our oak trees are too valuable to be lost so our researchers are working hard to find ways to prevent and treat these diseases. Our oak trees need your help too! \n\n\n\nWhat you can do\n\n\n\nCan you help us tell the story of why oaks are so valuable? Can you share what oaks mean to you? We are inviting everyone who loves oaks to submit an Ode 2 Oaks. \n\n\n\nYou can submit an ode or tribute to oaks in many different forms. For example; \n\n\n\nA photographA drawing or paintingA songA storyA poemAn object made of oakA heartfelt message explaning how oaks make you feel or why oaks are so important to you and societyOr anything else you can think of…\n\n\n\nWhat’s in it for you\n\n\n\nBy participating you’re not only helping to protect Britain’s oak trees\, you’ll also have the chance to win a £25 gift voucher and you might see your contribution featured on our website and social media. \n\n\n\nSubmissions are being gathered via this Shortstack form. The closing date for submissions is 31 March 2022. \n\n\n\n\nClick here to submit your Ode 2 Oaks\n\n\n\n\nHelp us spread the word\n\n\n\nYou can help oak trees even more by spreading the word about Odes 2 Oaks. \n\n\n\nTell your friends and family\, teacher\, work colleagues and other people you know love treesShare the word about Odes 2 Oaks on social media using #odes2oaks or retweet this tweetDownload a printable posterShare the video below URL:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/event/odes-2-oaks/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bacterialplantdiseases.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Odes-2-Oaks-poster_980x380.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR