Riparian areas are the zones of water loving plants influenced by water that, although small in proportion, do allot for us.  Beavers are a keystone species that create riparian habitat and influence the ecosystem functions these areas provide.  This presentation will offer an overview of beaver biology, ecology, and behaviour.  It will also touch on challenges when their behaviour or actions conflicts with those of humans and discuss some of the options available for addressing these challenges while still maintaining the benefits of the habitats they create.

Methane emissions are an increasing focus for the livestock industry, but measuring them accurately under real feedlot conditions remains a challenge. This talk will highlight how uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs, or drones) are being used to measure methane emissions directly from feedlots. We’ll walk through how the technology works, what it can reveal about emission patterns, and how these measurements compare to traditional approaches. The presentation will focus on practical insights, current limitations, and what this type of data could mean for producers as the industry moves toward improved efficiency, transparency, and sustainability.