Speakers:
• Dr. Johanna del Castillo, Assit. Professor
of Cooperative extension, Nursery
pathologist, UC Davis.
• Dr. Sebastian Fajardo, Post-doc, Rizzo
Lab, UC Davis.
• Dr. Charles Barnes, Plant Pathologist at
U.S. Forest Service, San Bernardino, CA.

Workshop Highlights:
• Understanding Phytophthora: Explore the biology and ecological implications.
• Detection and Prevention Techniques: Learn effective methods to identify and prevent
Phytophthora infections and of White pine blister rust in native plant nurseries.
• Best Practices in Restoration Nurseries: Gain valuable insights into nursery management
practices.
• Assessing the risk of Phytophthoras in native environments: Recognize potential natural and
anthropogenic ways of dispersal.
• Interactive Sessions: Engage in hands-on actvities and discussions.
We want you to share with us your best management practices and hear your concerns regarding this
troublesome plant pathogen. So, join Us for an informative Workshop together with your peers.

Who Should Attend: Restoration and native plant nursery growers, vegetation ecologists, plant
pathologists, regulators, and others interested in sustaining plant health and preventing Phytophthora
and other plant pathogens.

Registration Information: Please use the following Eventbrite link: http://tinyurl.com/2pzrs2dj
For additional information please contact: snfajardo@ucdavis.edu, jdelcastillo@ucdavis.edu
Sponsors: University of California Davis, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), United States
Forest Service (USFS), California Botanical Gardens, (CALBG), California Native Plant Society and UC
Agriculture and Natural Resources.