This year’s GrassWorks Grazing Conference promises an impressive lineup of sessions, networking opportunities, and delectable meals showcasing grass-fed meats and locally sourced foods—exactly what our attendees and sponsors have come to love!
23rd Annual Cattle and Sheep Dog Training Clinic with instructor Jack Knox Open to stock dog owners, stock owners, and dogs of all training levels. Spectators and auditors Welcome! Jack Knox is a two time National Sheepdog Champion, 2012 Reserve National Champion, and a Hall of Fame ABCA breeder. Originally from Scotland, Jack currently lives […]
Come and gather with us this winter to connect with fellow graziers, enjoy a warm meal, and hear from Serge Koenig, Conservation Technician of the Sauk County Land Conservation Department. This is also the Kick-off for Managing Your Green, our upcoming Farm Finance Series for graziers. Questions? Call Brooke at 715-343-6215, Ext 709 or email […]
Managing Your Green - A Farm Finance Series for Graziers Session #2: Developing a business plan. Join us Wednesday 2/19 in-person or virtually (Zoom details linked below) at 3PM to hear Eric Kundinger, VP & Commercial Banking Officer at Prevail Bank, share information on developing a business plan for your operation. Eric Kundinger is a […]
This workshop is hosted February 25, 2025 at the Food+Farm Exploration Center in Plover, WI. It provides a fantastic opportunity to learn about how other groups are using farmer-led strategies to improve water quality and soil health in their watersheds. All group members are invited to attend, but at least one farmer and one collaborator […]
Managing Your Green - A Farm Finance Series for Graziers Session #3: Pasture based enterprise calculator Join us in person or virtually (Zoom link below) on Wednesday at 5PM to hear from Jim Munsch and John Hendrickson, creators of the Pasture Based Enterprise Calculator, share how to utilize decision support tools in exploring enterprise scenarios […]
Joel Salatin, a pioneer in regenerative agriculture, has revolutionized farming with his innovative and sustainable practices. His engaging talks inspire audiences to rethink conventional farming and embrace methods that generate a profit while restoring the land farmers rely on. Don’t miss the chance to learn how to create a healthier, sustainable, and more profitable future! […]
Northwest Wisconsin Graziers Network, Shell Lake-Yellow River Watershed Producer Led Council and UW-Madison Extension would like to invite you to attend this year’s winter grazing conference in Shell Lake from 8:00-3:45 on Saturday, March 1, 2025. The conference will be held at the Shell Lake Community Center, 200 West Lake Drive next to US Hwy […]
Managing Your Green - A Farm Finance Series for Graziers Session #4: Don't bet your bottom dollar Join us Tuesday 3/4 in-person or virtually (Zoom link below) from 5-7PM at the Golden Sands RC&D office to hear from Jason Cavadini and Aaron Pape on enterprise selection, enterprise budgeting, & cash flow planning for your grazing […]
The SHOT Fund – a joint initiative of the Regenerative Agriculture Foundation and RuralClimate Partnership – is pleased to host this webinar about our 0% interest Bridge LoanProgram for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). The program is led bypartners at Food Systems 6.EQIP provides a cost share reimbursement to farmers, ranchers, and landowners who […]
Managing Your Green - A Farm Finance Series for Graziers Session #5: Investing Wisely Join Golden Sands and GrassWorks Wednesday 3/12/25 in-person or virtually at 2PM to hear from Paul Dietmann of Compeer Financial on how to prepare for lending. This is session no. 5 of our winter series Managing Your Green: A Farm Finance Series […]
Hosted by Food Animal Concerns Trust (FACT) Bird flu is a threat for everyone who raises poultry. While previous outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) had a much greater impact on large poultry producers, the current outbreak is hitting just as many small flocks as large ones. This webinar will provide information on steps […]