BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//GrassWorks - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:GrassWorks X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://grassworks.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for GrassWorks REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T153000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20250929T183551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T184209Z UID:10000627-1768557600-1768577400@grassworks.org SUMMARY:River Country Winter Grazing Conference DESCRIPTION:River Country Winter Grazing ConferenceFor the Grazier by the Grazier \n\n\n\nMeeting Agenda \n\n\n\n9:30 Coffee and Fellowship \n\n\n\n10:00 am –  Steve Okonek: Where do we start to Make Great Pastures\, soil health practices to benefit your grazing system  \n\n\n\n10:50 am – Break \n\n\n\n11:00 am – Steve Okonek: How to implement cover crops in your grazing system and Why \n\n\n\n11:30 Randy Cutler: Fencing basics and More \n\n\n\n12:00 lunch (Marth Family Farm\, Neillsville WI) \n\n\n\n1:00 Randy Cutler: Sheep management and tools needed for your grazing system \n\n\n\n1:30 Jason Benson: Goat Management and Lessons learned \n\n\n\n2:00 Ken Schmidt: Safe Animal Handling   \n\n\n\n2:30 Q and A with Steve\, Randy\, Jason and Ken \n\n\n\nMore info here!Register here now! Lunch & snacks included URL:https://grassworks.org/event/river-country-winter-grazing-conference/ LOCATION:Grand Occasions Event Center\, W16181 US HWY 10\, Osseo\, Wisconsin\, 54758 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/615808481_1193322689578277_8351222036754581629_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T123000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20251217T174420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T214313Z UID:10000655-1769074200-1769085000@grassworks.org SUMMARY:G-Team Meeting: Kick-off to the Grazing Conference! DESCRIPTION:*This event is designed for Technical Service Providers and other agriculture and conservation professionals who work with farmers on grazing. \n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n“Working Effectively with Producers” – Tom Shea\, National Grazing Lands Coalition \n\n\n\nNRCS Updates – Adam Abel\, State Grazing Specialist NRCS \n\n\n\nNEW Grazing Plan Writing Resource/Guide” (debut!!!) – Laura Paine\, GrassWorks \n\n\n\nGREAT OPPORTUNITY TO NETWORK WITH CONSERVATION PROFESSIONAL PEERS! \n\n\n\nThe G-Team brings together passionate technical service providers focusing on the improvement and advancement of managed grazing and perennial\, forage-based agricultural systems. For over a decade\, the G-Team has coordinated professional development workshops\, pasture walks\, and field demonstrations. These meetings and trainings are a great opportunity to learn more about advanced grazing topics and network with other grazing enthusiasts and professionals from around the state representing various agencies\, technical service providers\, and educators. \n\n\n\nRegister at https://grassworks.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F29228 URL:https://grassworks.org/event/g-team-meeting-kick-off-to-the-grazing-conference/ LOCATION:La Crosse Center\, 300 Harborview Plaza\, La Crosse\, Wisconsin\, 54601\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20250529T164829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T174334Z UID:10000551-1769083200-1769274000@grassworks.org SUMMARY:GrassWorks Grazing Conference DESCRIPTION:Registration is officially open for the 2026 GrassWorks Grazing Conference being held at the La Crosse Center in La Crosse\, WI! We are looking forward to an event that is easier to navigate while still providing outstanding content and networking opportunities. This year’s theme\, “Pastures to Prosperity: Building financially smart grazing systems for today’s land stewards\,” focuses on improving profitability through smart grazing and business management\, an exciting opportunity for attendees to sharpen their skills and grow their operations. The conference workshop schedule is live! Click here to find it! This year\, we have two amazing keynotes that bring together our conference theme\, Pastures to Prosperity. Keynote presentation by Melinda Sims\, Ranching for Profit instructor and co-owner of the holistically managed Sims Cattle Company in McFadden\, WY. Keynote presentation by Dwayne Estes\, Executive Director of the Southeastern Grasslands Institute and Full Professor of Biology at Austin Peay State University in Clarksville\, TN. \n\n\n\nWe will have a variety of workshops and sessions including:– Breakout sessions led by our keynote speakers – Economics of grazing and farm finances – Grazing basics – Grazing with solar panels and solar shade systems– Robotic milking systems on dairy grazing farms– Virtual fence collars for grazing cattle and small ruminants– Animal handling and livestock healthBusiness systems to run your farm like a startup– Bale grazing for small ruminants– Working with multiple farm enterprises– Farmer well being and mindset tactics– Direct marketing strategies AND SO MUCH MORE!! \n\n\n\nAre you ready to register already? As a bonus to our outstanding agenda\, this year we are excited to offer a $20 discount per membership to the conference! If you are not a member yet\, make sure to sign up for your GrassWorks membership before registering for the conference. URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grassworks-grazing-conference-2/ LOCATION:La Crosse Center\, 300 Harborview Plaza\, La Crosse\, Wisconsin\, 54601\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/unnamed-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20251119T171048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T171050Z UID:10000642-1769535000-1769544000@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Farm Transition Course DESCRIPTION:This winter\, the Land Stewardship Project will be hosting their 2026 Farm Transition Planning Course\, starting on January 27 and running through March 10.  The deadline to register is January 9. This holistic course is offered online\, and is scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Each week\, attendees will be guided through the planning process by resource professionals\, experienced landowners\, and LSP staff\, with time allocated for your direct questions. \n\n\n\nThe Farm Transition Planning Course can play a key role in developing your farm’s future. Whether you need to plan for the next generation of farmers on your land or simply begin the conversation about the next steps with your family\, this course will help guide you through the process. \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline for the 2026 course is Friday\, January 9\, with the first day of the course on Tuesday\, January 27. LSP only offers this course once per year and class size is limited\, so sign-up now! \n\n\n\n2026 Farm Transition Planning Course \n\n\n\nWHEN: Tuesdays from January 27 to March 10TIME:  5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. WHERE: OnlineWHAT: The focus will be on values and vision\, financial and legal considerations\, options for farm transitions\, resources to guide the planning process\, and communication tools. COST: $250 per farm family URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-transition-course/2026-01-27/ LOCATION:Wisconsin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260113T170625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T170627Z UID:10000661-1769540400-1769545800@grassworks.org SUMMARY:School for Beginning Beef Production DESCRIPTION:Maybe you are new to beef production or perhaps you are a dairy producer thinking about adding or transitioning to beef production. If so\, join the School for Beginning Beef Production. \n\n\n\n\nJan 27:  Business of beef: what are your options?\n\n\n\nJan 29:  Setting goals and marketing\n\n\n\nFeb 3:    Perennial forage management and cow-calf nutrition\n\n\n\nFeb 5:    Veterinary\, biosecurity\, and recordkeeping skills\n\n\n\nFeb 10:   Herd reproduction to build your future\n\n\n\nFeb 12:   Annual forage management and intro to stocker\, backgrounder\, finishing enterprises\n\n\n\n\nEach session will be held online via ZOOM from 7 – 8.30 pm (Central). \n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to learn about beef production at no cost! \n\n\n\nParticipants will receive additional resources. Course registration closes on Jan 26! \n\n\n\nRegister Here: https://eventreg.wisc.edu/en/5f4YRxR7/g/extension/uw-extension-school-for-beginning-beef-production-2026-5a2TQr1B8Mf/overview URL:https://grassworks.org/event/school-for-beginning-beef-production/ LOCATION:Wisconsin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260127T195207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T195649Z UID:10000663-1769644800-1769731199@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Registration Deadline! Farmer Appreciation Lunch DESCRIPTION:Farmer Appreciation Lunch\n\n\n\nThu\, Feb 05 | \n\n\n\nChapparal Restaurant \n\n\n\nJoin us in celebrating the dedication\, resilience\, and vital contributions of local farmers who nourish our families and sustain our rural communities. Enjoy free lunch and get some swag and farm safety equipment. Guest Speaker: Morgan McArthur\, DVM\, UW Extension shares light-hearted tales. URL:https://grassworks.org/event/registration-deadline-farmer-appreciation-lunch/ LOCATION:Chapparal Restaurant\, 316 Dreamland Dr\, Wonewoc\, Wisconsin\, 53968\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/farmer-appreciation.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260113T184556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T184558Z UID:10000662-1769864400-1769871600@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Sauk Co. Pasture Walk DESCRIPTION:Our first pasture walk of the year is coming up SATURDAY\, January 31st from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at Echo-Y Farm.  Learn about how the Yankes are using virtual fencing\, winter watering infrastructure\, and pasture stockpiling in an to attempt achieve 365 days of grazing!  S7909 Sky View RdLoganville\, WI  53943 URL:https://grassworks.org/event/sauk-co-winter-pasture-walk/ LOCATION:Echo-Y Farm\, S7905 Sky View Rd\, Loganville\, WI\, 53943 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/unnamed.png GEO:43.356574;-90.016318 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Echo-Y Farm S7905 Sky View Rd Loganville WI 53943;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=S7905 Sky View Rd:geo:-90.016318,43.356574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20251119T171048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T171050Z UID:10000643-1770139800-1770148800@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Farm Transition Course DESCRIPTION:This winter\, the Land Stewardship Project will be hosting their 2026 Farm Transition Planning Course\, starting on January 27 and running through March 10.  The deadline to register is January 9. This holistic course is offered online\, and is scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Each week\, attendees will be guided through the planning process by resource professionals\, experienced landowners\, and LSP staff\, with time allocated for your direct questions. \n\n\n\nThe Farm Transition Planning Course can play a key role in developing your farm’s future. Whether you need to plan for the next generation of farmers on your land or simply begin the conversation about the next steps with your family\, this course will help guide you through the process. \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline for the 2026 course is Friday\, January 9\, with the first day of the course on Tuesday\, January 27. LSP only offers this course once per year and class size is limited\, so sign-up now! \n\n\n\n2026 Farm Transition Planning Course \n\n\n\nWHEN: Tuesdays from January 27 to March 10TIME:  5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. WHERE: OnlineWHAT: The focus will be on values and vision\, financial and legal considerations\, options for farm transitions\, resources to guide the planning process\, and communication tools. COST: $250 per farm family URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-transition-course/2026-02-03/ LOCATION:Wisconsin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20251204T180405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T221749Z UID:10000653-1770278400-1770310800@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Winter Soil Health Workshop DESCRIPTION:Sheep markets remain strong across the Upper Midwest\, making sheep an attractive diversification option that fits well into grazing systems and supports soil health. \n\n\n\nAt the Soil Health Winter Workshop\, hear regional sheep market insights from Cody Heimke and Abdullah Hussaini\, plus practical grazing and finishing tips from Dr. Greg Brickner. These field-tested perspectives will help farmers assess both the economics and management realities of adding sheep. Attendees will leave with actionable information on soil health\, grazing management\, and sheep market opportunities. URL:https://grassworks.org/event/winter-soil-health-workshop/ LOCATION:UW-WHITEWATER COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CENTER END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T143000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260127T195432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T195549Z UID:10000664-1770292800-1770301800@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Farmer Appreciation Lunch DESCRIPTION:Farmer Appreciation Lunch\n\n\n\nThu\, Feb 05 | \n\n\n\nChapparal Restaurant \n\n\n\nJoin us in celebrating the dedication\, resilience\, and vital contributions of local farmers who nourish our families and sustain our rural communities. Enjoy free lunch and get some swag and farm safety equipment. Guest Speaker: Morgan McArthur\, DVM\, UW Extension shares light-hearted tales. \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION DEADLINE JAN. 29TH URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farmer-appreciation-lunch/ LOCATION:Chapparal Restaurant\, 316 Dreamland Dr\, Wonewoc\, Wisconsin\, 53968\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/farmer-appreciation.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260129T225143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T225145Z UID:10000665-1770294600-1770298200@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Focus on Forage Management DESCRIPTION:Focus on Forage is a FREE\, 4-part webinar series highlighting research-based information and farmer strategies to optimize forage yield\, quality\, and profitability in Wisconsin. Webinar speakers include forage industry experts\, UW–Madison specialists\, and extension educators. Certified Crop Advisor CEUs and ARPAS credits are available for each webinar. \n\n\n\nDr. Marta Kohmann\, Dr. Natasha Rayne\, and Dr. Luiz Ferraretto will present in the first Focus on Forage webinar of 2026\, Feb. 5 at 12:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nThe forage management webinar will explore winterkill in alfalfa\, nutrient management considerations for forage production\, and feeding considerations without brown mid-rib (BMR) corn. URL:https://grassworks.org/event/focus-on-forage-management/ LOCATION:Wisconsin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T143000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260203T213335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T213338Z UID:10000669-1770462000-1770474600@grassworks.org SUMMARY:NWBPA Beef Brisket Buffet Lunch DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the Northern WI Beef Producers Beef Brisket Buffet Lunch and presentation on Saturday\, February 7\, 2026\, at the Ridgeland Community Center. \n\n\n\nWe will be discussing “No Fence” virtual fencing\, featuring guest speakers Brady Zuck from the Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association and Bryce Kragness from Equity Coop. \n\n\n\nVirtual fencing uses GPS collars to guide cattle with audio cues and pulses\, allowing you to manage rotational grazing and utilize hard-to-fence acres directly from your phone without physical fencing. \n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\n– Date: Saturday\, February 7\, 2026 \n\n\n\n– Location: Ridgeland Community Center\, 200 Diamond St\, Ridgeland\, WI \n\n\n\n– Registration: 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM \n\n\n\nFor more information or to RSVP\, please call or text Kate at (715) 642-0804. URL:https://grassworks.org/event/nwbpa-beef-brisket-buffet-lunch/ LOCATION:Ridgeland Area Community Center\, 200 Diamond St\, Ridgeland\, Wisconsin\, 54763 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20251119T171048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T171050Z UID:10000644-1770744600-1770753600@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Farm Transition Course DESCRIPTION:This winter\, the Land Stewardship Project will be hosting their 2026 Farm Transition Planning Course\, starting on January 27 and running through March 10.  The deadline to register is January 9. This holistic course is offered online\, and is scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Each week\, attendees will be guided through the planning process by resource professionals\, experienced landowners\, and LSP staff\, with time allocated for your direct questions. \n\n\n\nThe Farm Transition Planning Course can play a key role in developing your farm’s future. Whether you need to plan for the next generation of farmers on your land or simply begin the conversation about the next steps with your family\, this course will help guide you through the process. \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline for the 2026 course is Friday\, January 9\, with the first day of the course on Tuesday\, January 27. LSP only offers this course once per year and class size is limited\, so sign-up now! \n\n\n\n2026 Farm Transition Planning Course \n\n\n\nWHEN: Tuesdays from January 27 to March 10TIME:  5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. WHERE: OnlineWHAT: The focus will be on values and vision\, financial and legal considerations\, options for farm transitions\, resources to guide the planning process\, and communication tools. COST: $250 per farm family URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-transition-course/2026-02-10/ LOCATION:Wisconsin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T123000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20251217T193550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T193552Z UID:10000656-1770802200-1770813000@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Save a Calf\, Save a Cow – Dairy Workshop DESCRIPTION:The University of Wisconsin Division of Extension is offering an in-person Save A Calf\, Save A Cow – Dairy Workshop for dairy producers and dairy workers which is presented in English with English and Spanish slides and interpretation available by request. \n\n\n\nThis workshop provides information and techniques to boost your confidence in preparing the cow for calving\, obstetric techniques and newborn calf care. From transition cow diets and body condition to recognizing key signs of labor and handling difficult deliveries with precision\, this program equips you with practical strategies to support both cow and calf health. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re seasoned or new to livestock care\, you’ll gain hands-on expertise to approach calving with assurance\, improve outcomes\, and enhance the well-being of your herd. \n\n\n\nFor more information and the registration link\, click here URL:https://grassworks.org/event/save-a-calf-save-a-cow-dairy-workshop/ LOCATION:Education Center\, 624 E. College St.\, Medford\, Wisconsin\, 54451 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260205T145428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T145430Z UID:10000671-1770804000-1770822000@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Dane Demo Farms Winter Event: Soil Health Starts Here DESCRIPTION:Join Dane Demo Farms for farmer-led results\, practical ideas\, and to boost your bottom line. \n\n\n\nYou’re invited: Farmer-to-Farmer Showcase \n\n\n\n\nHear directly from Dane Demo Farm growers who tested practices on their own fields\n\n\n\nSee real data from 2024 and 2025 cropping seasons\n\n\n\nLearn what’s working (and what’s not) to improve soil health\, yield\, and profitability\n\n\n\n\nGuest Speaker: Tom Cotter\, Minnesota Farmer & 2025 Leopold Award Recipient \n\n\n\nEvent Highlights: \n\n\n\n10:30 – Farmer Results \n\n\n\n\nHear from the farmers doing the research on their farms – Tom Ripp\, Karl Sime\, Tyler Duerst\, Jeff Endres\, and Tim Prosser\n\n\n\nGet insights from Francisco Arriaga (UW) and the graduate student working on the project\, Connor Schoelzel\n\n\n\n\n12:00 – Lunch \n\n\n\n12:45 – Beneficial Insects \n\n\n\n\nDane Elmquist (UW) shared new finding from demo farms research on beneficial insects and how to make it work on your farm\n\n\n\n\n1:30 – Guest Speaker \n\n\n\n\nTom Cotter\, Minnesota farmer and 2025 Leopold Award Recipient shares his journey in soil health and will challenge you to think differently about your soil.\n\n\n\n\n#danedemofarms \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nUW-Arlington Agricultural Research Station\, Public Events Building \n\n\n\nN633 Hopkins Rd\, Arlington \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nKim Meyer\, 608-445-1474\, meyer.kim@danecounty.gov URL:https://grassworks.org/event/dane-demo-farms-winter-event-soil-health-starts-here/ LOCATION:Wisconsin ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-05-084950.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260129T225330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T225333Z UID:10000666-1770899400-1770903000@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Focus on Forage Research DESCRIPTION:Focus on Forage is a FREE\, 4-part webinar series highlighting research-based information and farmer strategies to optimize forage yield\, quality\, and profitability in Wisconsin. Webinar speakers include forage industry experts\, UW–Madison specialists\, and extension educators. Certified Crop Advisor CEUs and ARPAS credits are available for each webinar. \n\n\n\nPhil Goldblatt\, Mike Bertram\, and Liz Gartman present during the second 2026 Focus on Forage webinar\, Feb. 12 at 12:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nThe forage research webinar will discuss forage research tools and ongoing trials in Wisconsin. URL:https://grassworks.org/event/focus-on-forage-research/ LOCATION:Wisconsin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20251119T171048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T171050Z UID:10000645-1771349400-1771358400@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Farm Transition Course DESCRIPTION:This winter\, the Land Stewardship Project will be hosting their 2026 Farm Transition Planning Course\, starting on January 27 and running through March 10.  The deadline to register is January 9. This holistic course is offered online\, and is scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Each week\, attendees will be guided through the planning process by resource professionals\, experienced landowners\, and LSP staff\, with time allocated for your direct questions. \n\n\n\nThe Farm Transition Planning Course can play a key role in developing your farm’s future. Whether you need to plan for the next generation of farmers on your land or simply begin the conversation about the next steps with your family\, this course will help guide you through the process. \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline for the 2026 course is Friday\, January 9\, with the first day of the course on Tuesday\, January 27. LSP only offers this course once per year and class size is limited\, so sign-up now! \n\n\n\n2026 Farm Transition Planning Course \n\n\n\nWHEN: Tuesdays from January 27 to March 10TIME:  5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. WHERE: OnlineWHAT: The focus will be on values and vision\, financial and legal considerations\, options for farm transitions\, resources to guide the planning process\, and communication tools. COST: $250 per farm family URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-transition-course/2026-02-17/ LOCATION:Wisconsin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260129T225425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T225427Z UID:10000667-1771504200-1771507800@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Focus on Managed Grazing DESCRIPTION:Focus on Forage is a FREE\, 4-part webinar series highlighting research-based information and farmer strategies to optimize forage yield\, quality\, and profitability in Wisconsin. Webinar speakers include forage industry experts\, UW–Madison specialists\, and extension educators. Certified Crop Advisor CEUs and ARPAS credits are available for each webinar. \n\n\n\nJason Cavadini\, Laura Paine\, and Dr. David Jaramillo present during the third 2026 Focus on Forage webinar\, Feb. 19 at 12:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nThe managed grazing webinar will explore pasture species selection and identification and the economics of pasture-raised heifers. URL:https://grassworks.org/event/focus-on-managed-grazing/ LOCATION:Wisconsin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260112T172517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T172520Z UID:10000658-1771678800-1771693200@grassworks.org SUMMARY:WI Grass-Fed Beef Co-op Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Meeting Agenda:  \n\n\n\n1-1:30pm:           Annual Meeting Registration \n\n\n\n1:30pm:              Call to Order\, Brett Danke\, President \n\n\n\n1:45pm:              Business Summary\, Rod Ofte\, General Manager \n\n\n\n2:00pm:              Guest Speaker\, Darren Jahnke\, Extending the Grazing Season \n\n\n\n2:45pm:              2025 Business to Consumer Results & Trends\, Josh Miner \n\n\n\n3:15pm:              Board Member Introductions \n\n\n\n3:30pm:              Break & Networking \n\n\n\n3:45pm:              Board Member Nominations and Vote \n\n\n\n4:00pm:              Social Media and Marketing Results & Trends\, Angie Lindloff \n\n\n\n4:15pm:              Producer Panel \n\n\n\n4:45pm:              Q & A \n\n\n\n5:00pm:              WGBC Protein Buffet Supper & Drinks (Complementary)  URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wi-grass-fed-beef-co-op-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:The Wisconsin Hotel\, 60 Gasser Rd\, Lake Delton\, Wisconsin\, 53940\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-12-111926.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260205T174818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T174820Z UID:10000673-1771927200-1771941600@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Farm Transitions: Holding Ground\, Letting Go DESCRIPTION:A guided approach to farm transition and legacy. \n\n\n\n\n\nHolding Ground\, Letting Go offers farmland owners a supportive space to talk through one of the hardest parts of farming: deciding what comes next for the land you care so deeply about.This workshop uses guided conversation to help you reflect on your connection to the land\, clarify what matters most to you\, and explore realistic options for transition at your own pace. \n\n\n\nYou’ll be met where you are—whether you feel ready\, unsure\, or conflicted—and supported in thinking through small\, practical next steps that align with your values\, your family or operation\, and your hopes for the future of the land. Your farm transition planning journey will begin with two in-person workshops—February 24 and March 31—followed by ongoing individualized support from trained farm transition coordinators. \n\n\n\nFree to participate. Register here URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-transitions-holding-ground-letting-go/2026-02-24/ LOCATION:Green Lake American Legion\, American Legion Post 306\, 518 Water St\, Green Lake\, Wisconsin\, 54941 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/0.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20251119T171048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T171050Z UID:10000646-1771954200-1771963200@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Farm Transition Course DESCRIPTION:This winter\, the Land Stewardship Project will be hosting their 2026 Farm Transition Planning Course\, starting on January 27 and running through March 10.  The deadline to register is January 9. This holistic course is offered online\, and is scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Each week\, attendees will be guided through the planning process by resource professionals\, experienced landowners\, and LSP staff\, with time allocated for your direct questions. \n\n\n\nThe Farm Transition Planning Course can play a key role in developing your farm’s future. Whether you need to plan for the next generation of farmers on your land or simply begin the conversation about the next steps with your family\, this course will help guide you through the process. \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline for the 2026 course is Friday\, January 9\, with the first day of the course on Tuesday\, January 27. LSP only offers this course once per year and class size is limited\, so sign-up now! \n\n\n\n2026 Farm Transition Planning Course \n\n\n\nWHEN: Tuesdays from January 27 to March 10TIME:  5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. WHERE: OnlineWHAT: The focus will be on values and vision\, financial and legal considerations\, options for farm transitions\, resources to guide the planning process\, and communication tools. COST: $250 per farm family URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-transition-course/2026-02-24/ LOCATION:Wisconsin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T143000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260213T211407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T211411Z UID:10000681-1772011800-1772029800@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Beef Direct Marketing Workshops DESCRIPTION:Workshops for Wisconsin farmers who are direct marketing beef\, or considering it\, will be held in four regional locations in the coming months. The workshops are offered by the Wisconsin Beef Council and are being held in conjunction with the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors\, UW-Madison Division of Extension\, and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture. This will be an opportunity to network with fellow beef producers who are direct marketing\, as well as the processors who play a key role in getting beef to consumers. \n\n\n\nThe workshops will begin with a classroom session and then move to a local processor for a carcass cutting demonstration. The dates and locations are as follows:   \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 25 – Plum City.  Morning session – American Legion\, 132 Pine Ave E\, Plum City. Afternoon session – JM Watkins\, W2431 US-10\, Maiden Rock  \n\n\n\nMarch 6 – Viroqua.  Morning session – Sheriff’s Office Training Room\, 1320 Bad Axe Court\, Viroqua\, WI 54667.  Afternoon session – Nordik Meats\, E7342 Three Chimney Rd\, Viroqua.  \n\n\n\nMarch 11 – Kaukauna.  Morning session – Grand Stay Hotel\, 1541 Arbor Way\, Kaukauna\, WI 54130.  Afternoon session – Haen Meats\, 600 County Hwy KK\, Kaukauna.  \n\n\n\nMarch 17 – Clinton.  Morning session – Boxcars\, 108 Allen Street\, Clinton. Afternoon session – Country Pride Meats\, 109 Church St\, Clinton\, WI 53525.      \n\n\n\n\nCheck-in of pre-registered attendees will begin at 9:15 am\, and the program will start promptly at 9:45. Lunch will be offered at noon. Following lunch\, attendees will travel to the processing plants for the cutting demonstration. The program will adjourn by 2:30 pm. There is a $25 registration fee\, and space will be limited at each location to 30 participants.    \n\n\n\nTopics to be covered during the workshops include:      \n\n\n\nCarcass fabrication – watch a meat processor breakdown a half carcass\, seeing how you get from primals to consumer-friendly cuts.   \n\n\n\nEasy to Use Marketing Tools – Kaitlyn Kesler with the Wisconsin Beef Council will share tips on free resources that can be used to create flyers\, social media posts and other resources to help market your beef online\, along with showcasing the recipes\, cut charts and other resources available through the Beef Checkoff.     \n\n\n\nLicensing & Labeling Requirements – Whether your farm is looking to direct market quarters or halves or is ready to transition to retail sales of individual cuts of beef\, this segment will bring you up to speed on the requirements for licensing and labeling. Speakers: Wisconsin Department of Agriculture\, Trade & Consumer Protection\, Bureau of Meat and Poultry Businesses Staff   \n\n\n\nMeating Consumer Expectations – UW-Madison Extension will discuss quality and yield grades\, dressing percentage\, understanding when cattle are finished\, and considerations for animal size to match marketing plans. All these factors can affect consumer experience\, expectations\, and satisfaction.      \n\n\n\nFarmer-Processor-Customer Relations – a local meat processor will share tips on how to best communicate with those involved in the transaction\, how to educate the consumer around pricing and cuts of beef\, labeling and packaging options\, and building the processor-farmer relationship.    \n\n\n\nBull session – Bill Halfman\, UW-Extension\, will facilitate a group discussion covering topics like online sales\, insurance\, and collecting payments.     \n\n\n\nDirect Marketing Workshop URL:https://grassworks.org/event/beef-direct-marketing-workshops/ LOCATION:Wisconsin ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-10-200917.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20250812T141324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T141325Z UID:10000601-1772092800-1772298000@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Marbleseed's 37th Organic Farming Conference DESCRIPTION:We’re heading back to La Crosse this February — and we can’t wait! \n\n\n\nMarbleseed’s 37th Organic Farming ConferenceAbundance Grows in Solidarity February 26–28\, 2026 La Crosse Center\, La Crosse\, Wisconsin \n\n\n\nJoin us for three days of farmer-to-farmer learning\, connection\, and community-building at Marbleseed’s beloved organic farming conference. Our team is hard at work curating an inspiring lineup of workshops\, expert panels\, and hands-on sessions — plus plenty of space to connect with friends\, make new ones\, and enjoy some much-needed winter cheer. \n\n\n\nEarly-bird registration will open in early December. While you wait… \n\n\n\n\nSubmit your content proposal – Deadline to submit is Friday\, August 29. Fill out the Content Proposal Form for fully formed workshop ideas\, or use the Content Suggestion Form to let us know what topics you’d like to see.\n\n\n\nJoin the sponsor/exhibitor waitlist – Returning sponsors and exhibitors will be invited to sign up for the 2026 conference in early September. New sponsors and exhibitors are asked to join the waitlist – spots will open in early October if available. Learn more about the impact you can make and join the waitlist today.\n\n\n\nKeep checking back for updates – We’ll be announcing our conference lineup throughout the fall on our conference website and Marbleseed social accounts (follow below!).\n\n\n\n\nReach out to partnerships@marbleseed.org if you have any questions – or if you just want to share your excitement! \n\n\n\nSee you in February!  URL:https://grassworks.org/event/marbleseeds-37th-organic-farming-conference/ LOCATION:La Crosse Center\, 300 Harborview Plaza\, La Crosse\, Wisconsin\, 54601\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/unnamed-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260129T225551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T192340Z UID:10000668-1772109000-1772112600@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Focus on Forage Cover Crops DESCRIPTION:Focus on Forage is a FREE\, 4-part webinar series highlighting research-based information and farmer strategies to optimize forage yield\, quality\, and profitability in Wisconsin. Webinar speakers include forage industry experts\, UW–Madison specialists\, and extension educators. Certified Crop Advisor CEUs and ARPAS credits are available for each webinar. \n\n\n\nDr. Lisa Kissing-Kucek\, Dan Marzu\, and Bill Powel-Smith will present in the final Focus on Forage webinar of 2026\, Feb. 26 at 12:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nThe forage cover crop webinar will discuss cover crop species and varieties for forage and grain systems\, Wisconsin cover crop forage quality data updates\, and using cover crop forages in dairy cow diets. URL:https://grassworks.org/event/focus-on-forage-cover-crops/ LOCATION:Wisconsin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260212T153403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T153408Z UID:10000680-1772182800-1772197200@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Farm to School Networking in Southwest Wisconsin  DESCRIPTION:The Holmen School District is hosting a Farm to School Networking Event and site visit to connect producers and school food service buyers. \n\n\n\nAt this event\, attendees will hear directly from successful producer-buyer partnerships\, see how local products are used in a school kitchen\, and tour the school greenhouse. Producers and school food buyers will have the opportunity to connect in a speed dating format. Participants will have the opportunity to network\, ask questions\, and sample some of the locally procured ingredients Holmen School District uses in their school meals. Producers are encouraged to bring samples! \n\n\n\nNCAT\, National Farm to School Network\, and Marbleseed are partnering for this event as part of the Bringing the Farm to School through New Connections project. After the event\, attendees are encouraged to attend the additional farm to school content at the Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference\, taking place in downtown La Crosse\, Wisconsin\, just 20 minutes from Holmen High School. There will be limited scholarships for attending the conference on a first come first served basis and special pricing for participants that missed the scholarship opportunity. For further instructions\, choose the Marbleseed option below. \n\n\n\nDate: February 27\, 2026Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Location: Holmen High School\, McHugh Road\, Holmen\, WI \n\n\n\nPre-registration is recommended because limited space is available. Please use the form below to register. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Maura Henn\, maurah@ncat.org \n\n\n\nBringing the Farm to School through New Connections is funded by a cooperative agreement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service. \n\n\n\n\nFarm to School Networking in Southwest Wisconsin URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-to-school-networking-in-southwest-wisconsin/ LOCATION:Wisconsin ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-12-093156.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T153000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260223T173740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T173743Z UID:10000693-1772269200-1772292600@grassworks.org SUMMARY:WI Cattlemen's Winter Conference DESCRIPTION:https://www.wisconsincattlemen.com/events/winter-conference URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wi-cattlemens-winter-conference/ LOCATION:The Lodge at Mauston\, 104 Lodge Lane\, Mauston\, Wisconsin\, 53948\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/image-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260219T173619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T173622Z UID:10000686-1772472600-1772479800@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Protecting our Water: Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:Colfax Water & Health Community Forum \n\n\n\nClean water starts with an informed\, engaged community — Come learn\, ask questions\, and help shape a healthier future for our community. \n\n\n\nMeal provided — register to guarantee a meal: \n\n\n\nText/Call 715-619-7149 or email tbarone@dunncountywi.gov \n\n\n\nRegistration Link https://forms.office.com/g/wHm12N1uTD URL:https://grassworks.org/event/protecting-our-water-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Viking Bowl\, 108 S Main St\, Colfax\, Wisconsin\, 54730 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/0-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20251118T201908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T154736Z UID:10000641-1772524800-1772643600@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Midwest Grazing & Soil Health Summit DESCRIPTION:For 11 years\, the Sustainable Farming Association has proudly hosted the Midwest Soil Health Summit\, an educational event developed during a time when soil health was still a budding concept. \n\n\n\nAs the importance of soil health has become more widely recognized and soil health education more readily available\, we are shifting the educational focus of the Summit and rebranding the event as the Midwest Grazing & Soil Health Summit. \n\n\n\nMore than just a name change\, this evolution acknowledges and celebrates the deep connection between soil and livestock in building thriving ecosystems and communities. \n\n\n\nThis new emphasis allows us to explore the dynamic harmony between grazing and soil health—together\, they create a regenerative path forward for farmers and ranchers. \n\n\n\n2026 Presenters include Dr. Temple Grandin\, Keith Berns\, Jared Luhman\, Jason Cavadini\, and more! \n\n\n\nRegistration coming soon! More information on keynote speakers and more here! URL:https://grassworks.org/event/midwest-grazing-soil-health-summit-2/ LOCATION:Willmar Conference Center\, 240 23rd St SE\, Willmar\, Minnesota\, 56201\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Summit-banner-1.jpg GEO:45.1238431;-95.0141681 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Willmar Conference Center 240 23rd St SE Willmar Minnesota 56201 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=240 23rd St SE:geo:-95.0141681,45.1238431 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20251119T171048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T171050Z UID:10000647-1772559000-1772568000@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Farm Transition Course DESCRIPTION:This winter\, the Land Stewardship Project will be hosting their 2026 Farm Transition Planning Course\, starting on January 27 and running through March 10.  The deadline to register is January 9. This holistic course is offered online\, and is scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Each week\, attendees will be guided through the planning process by resource professionals\, experienced landowners\, and LSP staff\, with time allocated for your direct questions. \n\n\n\nThe Farm Transition Planning Course can play a key role in developing your farm’s future. Whether you need to plan for the next generation of farmers on your land or simply begin the conversation about the next steps with your family\, this course will help guide you through the process. \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline for the 2026 course is Friday\, January 9\, with the first day of the course on Tuesday\, January 27. LSP only offers this course once per year and class size is limited\, so sign-up now! \n\n\n\n2026 Farm Transition Planning Course \n\n\n\nWHEN: Tuesdays from January 27 to March 10TIME:  5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. WHERE: OnlineWHAT: The focus will be on values and vision\, financial and legal considerations\, options for farm transitions\, resources to guide the planning process\, and communication tools. COST: $250 per farm family URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-transition-course/2026-03-03/ LOCATION:Wisconsin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T120955 CREATED:20260220T153116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T153119Z UID:10000688-1772611200-1772643600@grassworks.org SUMMARY:Wisconsin Land & Water DESCRIPTION:https://wisconsinlandwater.org/conservation/annual-conference URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wisconsin-land-water/ LOCATION:Chula Vista Resort and Conference Center\, Chula Vista Parkway 1000\, Wisconsin Dells\, Wisconsin\, 53965\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-20-092417.png GEO:43.6652353;-89.7847062 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Chula Vista Resort and Conference Center Chula Vista Parkway 1000 Wisconsin Dells Wisconsin 53965 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Chula Vista Parkway 1000:geo:-89.7847062,43.6652353 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR