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Silicon 101: Unlocking Plant Potential with a New Biostimulant

• Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM

This half-day seminar will focus on the use of silicon in greenhouse production. Greenhouse producers, nursery growers, and others interested in the use of biostimulants in ornamental plant production are encourage to attend. This event is sponsored by SoluSil LLC.

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8:30 - 9:00 AM
Sign-in and Continental Breakfast

9:00 AM
Welcome and Opening Announcements
Mina Vescera, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County

9:10 – 10:10 AM
Silicon: A Plant Beneficial Nutrient for Horticultural Crops
Muhammad Shahid, PhD, Assistant Professor of Horticulture/Plant Physiologist, University of Florida/IFAS, Horticultural Science Department, NFREC Quincy

10:10 – 10:50 AM
Success Stories of SoluSil
Sean Mehta and Robin Singh, SoluSil LLC.

10:50 – 11:00 AM Quick Stretch Break

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Managing Plant Stress in Ornamental Crops Using Silicon
Jennifer Boldt, Research Horticulturist, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service

11:30 AM – Noon
Using Silicon to Improve Stress Tolerance of Floriculture Crops
Neil Mattson, Professor, School of Integrative Plant Science Horticulture Section

Noon - 1 PM
Sandwich buffet lunch for in-person attendees included with registration.

All refreshments generously paid for by SoluSil, LLC.

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This event is offered in-person and via Zoom. The recording will be shared with registrants.

Fee

$10. Walk-ins are welcome. No refunds will be issued for cancellations.

Location

This event is online

Location

Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook
1 Circle Road
Stony Brook, NY 11794

Last updated December 4, 2024