2013 Conference Funders, Partners and Sponsors
$25,000 Level
Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District$20,000 Level
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Fresh Water Sciences$10,000 Level
The Brookby Foundation$5,000 Level
The Fund for Lake Michigan$2,500 Level
Ducks Unlimited$500 Level
Gathering Waters Conservancy
Natural Resource Technology$250 Level
Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative
The John G. Shedd Aquarium
Session Summary: Great Lakes 2012 Farm Bill Opportunities and Obstacles
This workshop will highlight current Farm Bill efforts, including GLRI funding and accomplishments from a broad perspective, on-the-ground success stories, and a look at the 2012 Farm Bill with its potential for creative opportunities and fiscal and policy challenges. Participants will hear from regional and national experts, and will have an opportunity to present ideas, programs and practices to improve the health of the Great Lakes through the new 2012 Farm Bill.
Lead Organization/Person: Ducks Unlimited
Presenters:
- Moderator: Marc Smith, National Wildlife Federation
- Gildo Tori, Director of Public Policy, Ducks Unlimited
- Terry Cosby, State Conservationist, Natural Resources Conservation Service
- Vicki Anderson, Great Lakes Coordinator, Natural Resources Conservation Service