Mr. Keith Hawkins, Extension Agent from LSU shared the following free workshop announcement.
Louisiana Prescribed Fire for Agriculture Workshop
Tuesday, October 18, 8:30 am – Noon, Rosepine Research Station, 176 Research Station Road, Leesville, LA 71446
The LSU AgCenter, and the LA Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF) will be having a workshop to enable agricultural landowners to burn their lands safely and legally. Topics will include fuels, burning techniques, proper tools, optimal weather conditions, smoke management, liability management, planning, fire behavior and more.
This training will begin the process of becoming LA Certified Burn Manager. The completion of five prescribed fires and their documentation will complete the process. The cost is $ZERO. Class size is limited to the first 25 applicants.
To sign up or for questions, please call 337.463.7006 or email [email protected].
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