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SUMMARY:Organic Multi-Species Grazing Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Interested in multi-species enterprises\, organic certification\, managed grazing\, or all three? You’re invited to a field day hosted by Alden Hills Organic Farms on September 24\, 2025 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. After a farm-to-table lunch\, we’ll hear from Ethan Heelein\, Alden Hills Organic Farms Livestock Manager\, and Jason Cavadini\, Grazing Outreach Specialist\, on topics like managed grazing\, pasture assessment\, multi-species enterprises\, and organic certification. The afternoon will be spent on a guided pasture walk featuring several of Alden Hills’ enterprises. \n\n\n\nThis event is hosted in partnership between Marbleseed\, UW-Extension\, Midwest TOPP\, and Alden Hills Organic Farms\, and GrassWorks.  \n\n\n\nMore details and RSVP here: https://marbleseed.salsalabs.org/fd_aldenhills/index.html
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/organic-multi-species-grazing-field-day/
LOCATION:Alden Hills Organic Farm\, N237 Alden Rd\, Walworth\, Wisconsin\, 53184
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SUMMARY:Soil Health Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Columbia County Land & Water Conservation Department welcomes you to join them for their soil health field day at Prochnow’s Uphill Angus farm in Cambria. \n\n\n\nTopics discussed will include \n\n\n\n\nRainfall Simulator\n\n\n\nMinimizing Nitrongen Loss/Leaching\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Soil Testing and interpreting your results\n\n\n\nTour of rotational grazing systems\n\n\n\n\nRSVP appreciated to casey.bennet@columbiacountywi.gov by September 19th
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/soil-health-field-day/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk at Kuhn's Dairy Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come check out a dairy grazing operation! We will also talk about fencing and rotation through fields! Click here for the Facebook event page!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-at-kuhns-dairy-farm/
LOCATION:Kuhn’s Dairy\, 2750 US-12\, Wilson\, Wisconsin\, 54027
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T180000
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SUMMARY:SCVFA Booyah Bash and Harvest Party
DESCRIPTION:September 25th is the Booyah Bash Harvest Party! \n\n\n\nFor our fourth annual harvest party\, we really want to bring some nourishing joy to our farmers and local food supporters. Traditionally\, Booyah is a hearty stew that was brought by Belgian immigrants to WI to feed lots of people. It is also an expression of excitement or joy.We’ve been busy planning the menu\, music and entertainment for you. We’re excited to have some special offerings with this years Booyah Bash!Share a delicious meal prepared by Fiddlehead Kitchen and sourced from SCVFA farmers. Purchase a special Booyah Bowl made by Cuellar Pottery in addition to your ticket at checkout. Special updates from the SCVFA\, and live music by Steven Hobert. Join us to share Booyah Moments from the harvest. \n\n\n\n\n6:00 PM  8:00 PM\n\n\n\nCommunity Homestead\, 519 280th Street\, Osceola\, WI\, 54020\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDetails and purchase tickets here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/scvfa-harvest-party/
LOCATION:Community Homestead\, 519 280th St\, Osceola\, Wisconsin\, 54020
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T080000
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SUMMARY:World Dairy Expo
DESCRIPTION:World Dairy Expo events start in Madison on Sep 27th with the tradeshow opening on Tuesday September 30th
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/world-dairy-expo/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T160000
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SUMMARY:Seed Collecting: Habitat Improvement and Managed Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Ice Age Trail Alliance’s Muir Preserve on the John Muir Park Segment of the Trail for fall seed collecting! We’ll have guest speakers to discuss opportunities for managed grazing within prairies followed by guided plant ID and seed harvesting. Work alongside conservation professionals at this fun and relaxed event to contribute towards the improvement of our natural areas! All community members regardless of age or experience are welcome – refreshments will be provided!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/seed-collecting-habitat-improvement-and-managed-grazing/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T100000
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SUMMARY:Dairy Grazing Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Forage Only-Organic Dairy Farm Pasture Walk: Explore Innovative Grazing at Grazing Acres Farm  \n\n\n\nThe Northwest Wisconsin Graziers Network\, GrassWorks\, Organic Valley\, River Country RC&D\, and UW-Extension invite you to a unique grass based Dairy Pasture Walk on Saturday\, October 4\, 2025 hosted by the Cheyenne and Katy Christianson Family. Farm tour and introductions will start at 10:30 AM. Grazing Acres Farm spans over 300 acres of slightly rolling pastures and hay fields and is home to Cheyenne and Katy Christianson’s 80 head of Holstein cows. Through well managed rotational grazing practices\, they have cultivated healthy soils and productive pastures and fields that enable their herd to flourish on an exclusively forage diet. \n\n\n\nThis pasture walk is perfect for both new and experienced graziers. Topics will include:● Fall Annual Forages: See pastures of oats and a mix of other legumes and cover crop foragesfor fall grazing that are compatible with forage only milk production and yield.● Winter Forage: Balage is fed throughout winter months to all cows and youngstock. An in-linebale wrapper is used to get high quality grass based fermented forage. Baler/chopper is used.● Milk Harvested with Flat Barn Milking Parlor: Eight stall\, dry flat floor system is used.● Replacement Heifer Management: Learn about noval approach for rearing replacement heifers.Calves stay with their mothers in milking group for 2-4 weeks\, then are transfered to a nurse cowpen for another 3-4 months. Calves get no starter grain and grow well on a forage-only diet.● Winter Housing: Two large cover-all hoop buildings provide manure pack resting area and bunkfeeding with large feeder wagons.● Emphasis on Soil Health: Livestock manure and organic soil amendments used stategically.● Family Labor: Farm work force is primarily provided by family members with 5 of 11 children stillliving at home. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact:● Cheyenne or Katy: 715-458-2835● Nicole Muschinske\, GrassWorks: 314-917-9352● Lynn Johnson\, NW Graziers Network: 715-225-9882
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/dairy-grazing-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Grazing Acres Farm\, 1732 9th Avenue\, Chetek\, Wisconsin\, 54728
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T100000
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SUMMARY:St. Croix Watershed Clean Food & Water Forum
DESCRIPTION:Be part of an inspiring\, community-powered event focused on clean water\, healthy food\, and sustainable solutions. The St. Croix Watershed Clean Food & Water Forum brings together local voices\, national experts\, and grassroots changemakers. Be part of an inspiring\, community-powered event focused on clean water\, healthy food\, and sustainable solutions. \n\n\n\nThe future of the St. Croix Watershed starts here. Be part of the movement. \n\n\n\nRegistration is encouraged for preparation of beverages. A box lunch will be available for a donation\, registration required. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdL026tU_AR8XBGEeociXTAWjjwJK9HZH29qrr-Rvk4w7FHeg/viewform \n\n\n\nSee you there!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/st-croix-watershed-clean-food-water-forum/
LOCATION:Camp St. Croix – RCU Discovery Center\, 345 Riverview Dr\, Hudson\, Wisconsin\, 54016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T235900
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SUMMARY:Whetstone Farmfest 2025
DESCRIPTION:Whetstone FARMFEST 2025 \n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 4\, 2024\n\n\n\n3:00 PM\n\n\n\n\nOur annual farm party\, with music\, sheep roast\, fire\, raffle\, t-shirts\, circus performance\, camping and more! \n\n\n\nCome check out the farm and have good ol’ time. \n\n\n\nMore info to come\, but get those calendars marked!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/whetstone-farmfest/
LOCATION:Whetstone Farm\, 281 135th St\, Amery\, Wisconsin\, 54001
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T140000
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CREATED:20250922T191047Z
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SUMMARY:G-TEAM: Grazing Annual Forages and Cover Crops Field Day and Training
DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE!! This is the new date for the G-Team event that was postponed in September. \n\n\n\nWe’ll start the day with a walk out into the fields to see:Annual Forages (sorghum sudan was planted 6/18\, harvested at 41 days on 8/2\, will be grazed)Drone seeding into corn silage (broadcasted 8/22)No-till cover crop seeded after corn silageNew pasture seeding into ryeand more.. \n\n\n\nFollowing the walk\, we’ll convene for a facilitated discussion and presentation with Laura Paine and Jason Cavadini. \n\n\n\nWe’ll break for lunch (lunch tickets available or bring your own).Adam Abel will be our final presenter with important NRCS practice standards updates. It’ll be lively and fun! \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE \n\n\n\nWe’re looking forward to walking\, talking and learning together.PLEASE SHARE with your colleagues and bring them along! \n\n\n\nAny questions\, feel free to reach out to Rachel Bouressa at 608-228-6617 or rachelbouressa@gmail.com \n\n\n\nBouressa Family FarmN3775 Ritchie RdNew London\, WI 54961
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/g-team-grazing-annual-forages-and-cover-crops-field-day-and-training/
LOCATION:Bouressa Family Farm\, N3775 Ritchie Rd\, New London\, Wisconsin\, 54961
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T120000
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SUMMARY:Great River Graziers Pasture Walk - Michelle Skaden
DESCRIPTION:Calculating how much to hay & how much to graze for maximum profitability on 50\nfenced acres. Guest speakers: Jim Munsch and Gene Schreifer\, commercial scale\nsheep and beef graziers of 30+ years.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/great-river-graziers-pasture-walk-michelle-skaden/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T163000
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SUMMARY:Beef Management on Grass: Pasture Walk and Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discussion and Viewing Topics:  \n\n\n\n\nManaging grass-fed beef for today’s market; \n\n\n\n\n\nHeifer selection – traits and phenotypes; \n\n\n\n\n\nBody Condition Scoring & Mgmt impacts; \n\n\n\n\n\nTruck & Trailer prep and safety; \n\n\n\n\n\nFall Forage Management; \n\n\n\n\n\nForage Species and Cultivar Selection; \n\n\n\n\n\nBreeding & Bull Selection \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSupper Provided – Sponsored by Crivitz Feed Mill and Kingbird Cattle \n\n\n\nPre-registration appreciated to ensure food availability for all attendees. Text/call Scott Reuss at 715-701-0966 or email to scott.reuss@wisc.edu with number attending. \n\n\n\nLocation: W8623 Cty. Hwy. P; Crivitz\, WI (1.5 miles west of Hwy. 141 on Marinette Cty. Hwy. P) \n\n\n\nThe University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law. To request an interpreter\, materials in an alternative language or format\, or other services to make this workshop more accessible\, contact Nancy at nancy.servais@wisc.edu or 715-732-7514 by September 30.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/beef-management-on-grass-pasture-walk-and-workshop/
LOCATION:Kingbird Cattle\, W8623 Cty. Hwy. P\, Crivitz\, Wisconsin\, 54114
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T113000
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SUMMARY:Northeast Grazing Dairy: Growing Graziers Cohort
DESCRIPTION:Inside the Alliance with Northeast Grazing Dairy: Growing Graziers Cohort \n\n\n\nJoe Tomandl & Kate Turcotte for Growing Graziers. A registered U.S. Department of Labor program\, and facilitated by Wolfe’s Neck Center\, PASA Sustainable Agriculture\, UVM Center for Sustainable Agriculture\, and Cornell Extension. For those already enrolled in the DGA apprenticeship program\, this initiative can help to fulfill the related instruction requirement. For others not currently enrolled or for whom the registered apprenticeship isn’t the right fit\, it offers an opportunity for connection and future career pathways within the dairy industry.\n\n\n\nDetails and registration here! This is a virtual event!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/northeast-grazing-dairy-growing-graziers-cohort/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T200000
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CREATED:20251001T201017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T201019Z
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SUMMARY:Imagine Lecture: Innovations in sustainable agriculture and energy
DESCRIPTION:Discover how innovative agricultural practices and renewable energy\, such as converting prairie grasses\, food waste and manure into fuel\, are driving a sustainable\, circular bioeconomy in the Midwest. Learn how the Prairie STRIPS and Grass2Gas initiatives are connecting farmers\, scientists and communities to create new economic opportunities while protecting our environment. \n\n\n\nAbout the presenter\n\n\n\nDr. Lisa Schulte Moore graduated in 1993 from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a degree in Biology. Dr. Schulte Moore is a distinguished professor in agricultural and life sciences and director of the Bioeconomy Institute at Iowa State University \n\n\n\nAbout the lecture\n\n\n\nThis lecture was inspired by the late Dr. David Winter’s relentless pursuit of knowledge\, innovation and never being afraid to envision something more\, different or better. Its guest lecturers embody those ideals and bring them to life to inspire others. \n\n\n\nReception to follow lecture in the Alumni Room\, serving light hors d’oeuvres. \n\n\n\nLocation:  \n\n\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin-Eau Claire77 Roosevelt Ave.Dakota Ballroom in Davies Student Center \n\n\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/imagine-lecture-innovations-in-sustainable-agriculture-and-energy/
LOCATION:University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire\, 77 Roosevelt Ave.\, Eau Claire\, Wisconsin\, 54701
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T190000
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SUMMARY:Sauk County Pasture Walk-Laukant Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Laukant farm to check out cattle handling facility setups and discuss livestock husbandry principles. These skills and knowledge can make loading cattle or running cattle through the chute a safer and less stressful experience.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-laukant/
LOCATION:Laukant Farm\, S5737 Rock Elm Rd\, Rock Springs\, WI\, 53961
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T150000
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk: Real World Tools to Extend the Grazing Season
DESCRIPTION:Valley Stewardship Network is presenting: “Pasture Walk: Real World Tools to Extend the Grazing Season” on Saturday\, October 18th\, from 1:00 – 3:00 pm at the Zinn Family Farm (S1874 Nestingen Rd.\, Westby\, WI). The presentation is free\, and snacks are included! \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in achieving healthier cattle\, more productive pastures\, and a better bottom line – extend your grazing season! Topics include bale grazing\, stockpiling forage\, cold weather water systems\, and more. \n\n\n\nJohn Zinn was formerly a Grazing Specialist/Soil Conservationist with Golden Sands Resource Conservation and Development and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). He has 30+ years of experience raising cattle on pasture on his farm in rural Westby. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Evan at evan@valleystewardshipnetwork.org or call 608-632-6166.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-real-world-tools-to-extend-the-grazing-season/
LOCATION:Zinn Family Farm\, S1874 Nestingen Rd.\, Westby\, Wisconsin\, 54667
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T194818
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SUMMARY:Noble Profitability Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Glacierland RC&D is hosting the Noble Research Institute’s Profitability Essentials Course on October 20–21\, 2025 in Elkhorn\, Wisconsin. This is the first time that the Noble Research Institute has presented in Wisconsin\, and we’re excited to host them! GrassWorks is a proud supporter of this event.  \n\n\n\nThis two-day\, interactive workshop provides farmers with practical tools to strengthen decision-making and improve long-term profitability. Through presentations\, case studies\, and hands-on exercises\, participants will learn how to: \n\n\n\n• Analyze the profitability of individual enterprises within their farm \n\n\n\n• Evaluate costs and returns to better understand what drives financial success \n\n\n\n• Develop budgets that guide day-to-day decisions and long-term planning \n\n\n\n• Identify bottlenecks or weak links that limit profitability \n\n\n\n• Weigh major decisions such as expansions\, new enterprises\, or capital purchases based on clear financial analysis \n\n\n\n• Explore strategies that balance economic viability with environmental stewardship \n\n\n\nThe course emphasizes practical\, farmer-focused tools that can be applied immediately to any operation\, regardless of size or type. Participants will leave with a framework for making confident business decisions and a clear plan for how to strengthen the financial foundation of their farm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails and register here: https://shop.noble.org/products/noble-profitability-essentials-elkhorn-wi-october-20-21-2025
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/noble-profitability-essentials/
LOCATION:Walworth County Government Center\, 100 W Walworth Street\, Elkhorn\, Wisconsin\, 53121
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T194818
CREATED:20250529T145728Z
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SUMMARY:Great River Graziers Pasture Walk - Jim Munsch
DESCRIPTION:The cost of pasture as feed. What management tools do you have that can changecost.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/great-river-graziers-pasture-walk-jim-munsch/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T170000
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SUMMARY:2025 FEED Summit
DESCRIPTION:Gather in Eau Claire\, Wisconsin for business workshops\, networking sessions\, great local food\, and field trips to local food businesses! Held at The Lismore\, the conference kicks off on Monday\, October 27 at 8 a.m. and concludes Tuesday\, October 28 at 3 p.m. \n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nEarly Bird Registration:\n\n\n\nRegister before September 29th\, 2025 and receive this $350+ value for only $85 \n\n\n\nStandard Registration:\n\n\n\nRegister after September 29th\, 2025 and receive this $350+ value for only $95.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/2025-feed-summit/
LOCATION:The Lismore Hotel\, 333 Gibson Street\, Eau Claire\, Wisconsin\, 54701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T154500
DTSTAMP:20260404T194818
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SUMMARY:NW WI Graziers Fall Grazing Conference
DESCRIPTION:Northwest Wisconsin Graziers Network\, GrassWorks\, Shell Lake-Yellow River Watershed Producer Led Council and UW-Madison Extension would like to invite you to attend this year’s fall grazing conference in Shell Lake from 8:00-3:45 on Saturday\, November 1\, 2025. Registration and the trade show will start at 8:00 AM. The delicious meal will be catered by the local group Fiddlehead Kitchen\, using grass-fed beef provided by the Steve Degner Family\, Bashaw Valley Farm of Shell Lake. GrassWorks is the proud sponsor of this year’s Fall Conference!  \n\n\n\nThis conference will continue the NW WI Graziers strong tradition of an informative and friendly networking environment to learn more about: watersheds\, animal health\, grazing and conservation opportunities\, current livestock markets\, understanding forage test results\, nutrient management for graziers\, using a forest mulcher for silvopasture\, making nitrogen fertilizer on-farm and three grazier panels on meat processing of poultry\, small ruminants\, and direct marketing through an on-farm store along with other helpful information. View the agenda below for more details. \n\n\n\nThe conference should be of interest to new farmers\, part-time or full-timeoperators\, low-income startups\, graziers or non-graziers alike. Agency andcommercial exhibitors will be available to network with throughout the day. \n\n\n\nAdvance registration for the conference is due by Wednesday\, October 29\, cost isonly $20 and includes lunch\, refreshments and materials. Late registration is $30.For credit card pre-registration go online to our webpage\, nwgn.org. Contact LynnJohnson with any registration questions. \n\n\n\nFor more grazing and conference information contact UW-Madison ExtensionRegional NPM Outreach Specialist\, Matt Bolen\, 715-681-1660; GrassWorks\,Nicole Muschinske\, at 314-917-9352; or NW Graziers\, Lynn Johnson\, 715-225-9882. \n\n\n\n2025 Graziers Fall Conference Agenda_v1Download
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/nw-wi-graziers-fall-grazing-conference/
LOCATION:Shell Lake Community Center\, 200 West Lake Drive\, Shell Lake\, Wisconsin\, 54871
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SUMMARY:Grazing Cover Crops Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join the GrassWorks G-TEAM to learn about Chris Reichert’s plan to split a newly added field into 3’s (corn\, soy\, and wheat) with cover crops in each.  \n\n\n\nOur host for this event is Chris Reichert of Reichert Land and Cattle.  Chris’s farm is a participating farm in the Between the Lakes Demonstration Farm Network.  He is also an agronomist with Country Visions Cooperative. His goal is to make the grazing schedule really efficient! Chris also planted a grazable buffer strip along the field with a unique watering system \n\n\n\nMore details and register for the free event here! Any questions\, feel free to reach out to Rachel Bouressa at 608-228-6617 or rachelbouressa@gmail.com
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grazing-cover-crops-field-day/
LOCATION:Reichert Land & Cattle\, N6972 County Road JM\, Sheboygan Falls\, Wisconsin\, 53085
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T194818
CREATED:20251104T025208Z
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SUMMARY:Acres Eco Ag Conference
DESCRIPTION:Attend the 50th annual Eco-Ag Conference to learn from top-notch speakers about tactics that build soil biology\, balance chemistry\, improve structure and integrate biodiversity like livestock\, companion crops and cover crops.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/acres-eco-ag-conference/
LOCATION:Marriott Madison West\, 1312 John Q Hammons Dr\, Middleton\, Wisconsin\, 53562\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T194818
CREATED:20251117T151724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T151726Z
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SUMMARY:Badger Crop and Soils Update Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Access the latest agronomic\, pest\, and nutrient management research from the University of Wisconsin and learn how it can be applied to Wisconsin’s farmland. \n\n\n\nThe annual UW Badger Crops & Soils Update Meetings are three regional\, one-day in-person sessions and one virtual session that present the latest information on agronomic\, pest\, and nutrient management research coming out of the University of Wisconsin with a lens to on-farm application. \n\n\n\nThe in-person registration fee includes lunch. The virtual session has a reduced registration fee.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/badger-crop-and-soils-update-meeting/
LOCATION:Chippewa Valley Technical College\, 620 W Clairmont Ave\, Eau Claire\, Wisconsin\, 54703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T194818
CREATED:20251029T185136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T185138Z
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SUMMARY:Grounded: Getting the Dirt on Good Soil
DESCRIPTION:Grounded: Getting the Dirt on Good Soil \n\n\n\nOn Tuesday\, December 2\, 2025 at 6 pm\, you are invited to the auditorium at Carnegie-Schadde Memorial Public Library where Serge Koenig\, Conservation Analyst with Sauk County Land Resources and Environment Department will tell the true stories of how making healthy soil is the foundation of thriving\, beautiful\, and bountiful yards\, gardens\, and farms. This free presentation is co-sponsored by Powered Up Baraboo and Sauk County Land Resources and Environment Department. Serge’s presentation will begin following the presentation of the 2025 Baraboo Climate Champion Awards. Details here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grounded-getting-the-dirt-on-good-soil/
LOCATION:Carnegie-Schadde Memorial Public Library\, 230 4th Ave\, Baraboo\, Wisconsin\, 53913
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T194818
CREATED:20251125T193404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T193406Z
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SUMMARY:Grow and Graze Winter Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Grow and Graze webinars connect producers to peers and experts who have implemented successful grazing strategies creating a space where producers can share what’s working in their grazing systems and help one another make more informed\, profitable decisions. \n\n\n\nWhat will be discussed:\n\n\n\n\nHow the drought affected fall grazing\, cover crops\, and stockpiling\n\n\n\nFeeding hay to save stockpile vs. grazing pastures short\n\n\n\nBenefits of baling cornstalks\n\n\n\nEffects of a hard freeze on cover crops and cool season perennials\n\n\n\nManaging late fall grazing: stockpiling\, grazing crop residue\, flexing stocking rates\n\n\n\nKeeping fall pairs in condition through winter\n\n\n\nWinter feeding strategies: bale rings\, bale unrolling\, bale grazing \n\n\n\nFighting mud\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured panelists include:\n\n\n\n\nDan Sanderson\, owner of Pasture Grazed Regenerative Farm in northern Illinois\, who will share insights on adaptive grazing practices\, multispecies management\, and infrastructure for adaptive rotational grazing.\n\n\n\nDavid Kleinschmidt\, owner of Progressive Agronomy Consulting\, known for his practical guidance on forage selection and soil health.\n\n\n\n\nTagged: Cattle\, Sheep\, Cover Crops\, Pasture Management\, Fencing\, Water Systems \n\n\n\nPosted In: Soil Health\, Regenerative\, Pasture Design\, Livestock\, Forages\, Grazing\, Stored Forages
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grow-and-graze-winter-webinar/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T194818
CREATED:20251117T151922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T151931Z
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SUMMARY:Badger Crop and Soils Update Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Access the latest agronomic\, pest\, and nutrient management research from the University of Wisconsin and learn how it can be applied to Wisconsin’s farmland. \n\n\n\nThe annual UW Badger Crops & Soils Update Meetings are three regional\, one-day in-person sessions and one virtual session that present the latest information on agronomic\, pest\, and nutrient management research coming out of the University of Wisconsin with a lens to on-farm application. \n\n\n\nThe in-person registration fee includes lunch. The virtual session has a reduced registration fee.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/badger-crop-and-soils-update-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Blackhawk Technical College – Monroe Campus\, 210 4th Ave\, Monroe\, Wisconsin\, 53566\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T194818
CREATED:20251117T212412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T212414Z
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Grazing Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:December 3rd\, 9:30-3:00 \n\n\n\nThe Wisconsin Grazing Coalition (WGC) is dedicated to advancing managed grazing practices across Wisconsin to build thriving rural communities\, healthier ecosystems\, and more resilient food systems. Formed through decades of grassroots innovation and leadership\, the WGC is a collaborative network of local\, regional\, state\, and national organizations and individuals working together to amplify the benefits of well-managed grazing.   \n\n\n\nCentral Wisconsin Environmental Station10186 County Road MMAmherst Junction\, WI 54407 \n\n\n\nRSVP by Tuesday November 18\, 2025 \n\n\n\nFor any questions contact Regina Hirsch at rmhirsch@wisc.edu or Chuck Anderas at canderas@michaelfields.org. 
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wisconsin-grazing-coalition-meeting/
LOCATION:Central Wisconsin Environmental Station\, 10186 County Road MM\, Amherst Junction\, Wisconsin\, 54407\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T194818
CREATED:20251117T152128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T152340Z
UID:10000638-1764838800-1764864000@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Badger Crop and Soils Update Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Access the latest agronomic\, pest\, and nutrient management research from the University of Wisconsin and learn how it can be applied to Wisconsin’s farmland. \n\n\n\nThe annual UW Badger Crops & Soils Update Meetings are three regional\, one-day in-person sessions and one virtual session that present the latest information on agronomic\, pest\, and nutrient management research coming out of the University of Wisconsin with a lens to on-farm application. \n\n\n\nThis event is in person or virtual. The in-person registration fee includes lunch. The virtual session has a reduced registration fee.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/badger-crop-and-soils-update-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Fox Valley Technical College – Appleton Campus\, 1825 N Bluemound Rd\, Appleton\, Wisconsin\, 54914\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T194818
CREATED:20250729T175323Z
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk on Bale Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Jerry’s family has been farming for 120 years\, and he is a 3rd generation farmer on the land. Jerry adopted managed grazing in 2021 to improve soil health\, reduce inputs\, and boost productivity. He grazes Red Angus\, Hereford\, and Black Angus animals on 32 acres. We’ll explore how he utilizes bale grazing as both an outwintering strategy and a fertility program for his sandy soils.This is a free event! All are welcome (kids too)! Cookies and refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-on-bale-grazing/
LOCATION:Jerry Wojcik Family Farm\, 172507 Land Dr.\, Hatley\, Wisconsin\, 54440
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T194818
CREATED:20251117T213044Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Bale Grazing Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy an informative and hands-on discussion as we explore practical winter grazing strategies and management tips.  \n\n\n\nTopics will include:  \n\n\n\n\nManaging recently stockpiled acres\n\n\n\nWinter bale grazing setup and placement ideas \n\n\n\nTips on moving cattle during winter conditions \n\n\n\nFirst-hand successes and challenges with winter bale grazing\n\n\n\n\nArt and Rheta are seasoned graziers of Waupaca County\, having transitioned their beef cow operation to managed grazing about 13 years ago. This event is an opportunity to learn from years of experience and innovation. Wintering livestock and season extension can be challenging to manage\, so bundle up and join fellow graziers to share tips of the trade. Warm beverages and refreshments provided. More info and RSVP here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/winter-bale-grazing-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Richardson Farm\, N641 Sorenson Road\, Waupaca\, Wisconsin\, 54403\, United States
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