Just a quick reminder that we kick off the 25/26 season of GI Talks this coming Wednesday:
24th Sept: Dr Colin Ryall – Non-Native Invasive Species: increased biodiversity or conservation nightmare?
Non-Native Invasive Species are now recognised as the second most important cause of biodiversity loss after habitat destruction and have enormous economic impacts globally. However, only a minority of them become serious problems, while the majority are largely benign. This illustrated talk investigates the issue, from microbes, plants, insects, fish, reptiles, birds to mammals, focussing on how they spread, their impacts and what can be done. Starting with a global perspective, we will focus on the situation in UK and locally.
Dr Colin Ryall is a retired University Lecturer & Researcher in ecology and environmental management
We hope you can make it. If you would like to catch up on any of last season’s talks, they are on our YouTube channel here.
Next up is:
- 22nd October: Vicky Whitworth’s River Axe Update – what the river tells us about despair and hope
- 26th November: James Hitchmough – What can gardens do for biodiversity and sustainability in a time of climate change?
2026 GI Talk dates for your diary (details to be confirmed shortly): 21st Jan; 18th Feb; 18th Mar; 15th April.
The Venue: Ilminster Arts Centre, 35 East St, Ilminster TA19 0AN Talk starts 7.30pm.
As ever, entry is free, but donations are welcome.
Kind regards
Chris
Chris Bestley
Green Ilminster Director