The Future of Dairy Heifer Raising

Register HereIncludes LunchPlease join us for an in depth discussion with farmers, nutritionists, and other technical service providers about the economic, ecological, and animal performance opportunities and challenges of raising replacement heifers in managed grazing systems.This discussion is a collaboration between UW-Madison Grassland 2.0 in cooperation with UW Extension, with support from the Eau Pleine […]

2024 WI Land+Water Conference

Learn More and Register HereThe annual conference provides valuable networking opportunities, forums to discuss current work and new ideas with colleagues, a chance to build technical knowledge, and space to be re-inspired by the passion for conservation across the state.The annual business meeting is held on the last morning of the conference. This meeting includes […]

THE 11TH ANNUAL MIDWEST SOIL HEALTH SUMMIT MANAGING FOR PROFIT WITH THE SOIL HEALTH PRINCIPLES

Register HereSustainable Farming Association’s biggest soil health event of the year draws local and national experts in the field together with you for discussion, networking, and education. Farmers and ranchers, ag professionals, educators, and others are invited to explore what it means to use the soil health principles as a tool for farm profitability.

West Central WI Spring Grazing Conference

All Things Soil and Forage FertilityTopics Include:Why soil sampling is important: sampling methodsDifferent fertilizer methodologies: conventional, organic, and foliar feedingAudubon Bird Friendly Beef CertificationFarmer Panel: fertility programs on their farmsHosted by River Country RC&D and River Country Grazing NetworkRegister Here - or call/text (715) 579-4916Visit River Country Event Page

Manure Mondays: Manure Additives

Register HereOntario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs invites you to the 2024 Manure Monday Series. Sessions will be delivered through Zoom. The sessions are free. When you register, you will be registered for all sessions.

Manure Mondays: Composting Bedded Pack Barns

Register HereOntario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs invites you to the 2024 Manure Monday Series. Sessions will be delivered through Zoom. The sessions are free. When you register, you will be registered for all sessions.

Biochar Workshop & Demo

Event includes: Biochar Demo using Ring of Fire Biochar Kiln from GreenLake County Kristin Foerhinger (NRCS WI State Working LandsClimate Smart Specialist) talking all things biochar:benefits, risks, when and where to apply, and NRCSprograms available in relation to biochar. Find out how to rent the Ring of Fire Biochar Kiln, placesto buy biochar and other […]

Regenerative Livestock Systems Symposium

Register HereLearn More HereAgenda8:00 - 9:00 AM - Welcome & Poster Session9:00 - 10:30 AMGrazing Ecology and Restoration - Stephen ThomfordePasture resilience and environmentally friendly livestock farming - Azadeh F. JavazmiReintegrating Grazing Ruminants in Row Crop Country: Agroecological Benefits and Costs - George Boody10:30 - 11:00 AM - BREAK + Poster session11:00 - 12:30 PM […]

Heart of Wisconsin Grazing Conference

Register by sending in attached formAgenda9:00AM—9:30AMRegistration Opens! Come early to talk to exhibitors and other graziers and enjoy coffee and donuts.9:30AM—9:50AMGrazing Happenings in Wisconsin with Jason Cavadini10:00AM—10:50AMSalon A: Forage Species Selection & Weed Management with Brooke BembeneckSalon B: Update on WI Grazing Researchwith Dr. David Jaramillo & Dr. Marta Kohmann11:00AM—11:50AMSalon A: Beginning Grazier Session—Tips & […]

Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative: Navigating the Application Process

Register HereUSDA NRCS has just announced $22M in funding for the Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative (GLCI)! This program will fund partnerships that expand access to conservation technical assistance for livestock producers and increase the use of conservation practices on grazing lands.Join us for a call where we'll break down the Notice of Funding Opportunity, share […]

Financial Review for Small Dairy and Pasture Options

Financial review for small dairy and pasture options.Hosted by Great River GraziersE5463 State Hwy 82, Viroqua. From hwy 27 turn onto 82 towards DeSoto. Barn is 1.3 miles on left.**note: Google Maps gives weird directions to this address, we

Demonstration of Sheep Grazing for Restoration of Cross Country Track Area

Hosted by Great River GraziersCommunity project to bring livestock onto school grounds, fence under construction for grazing sheep around cross-country track. Story of the program, and discussion of contract-grazing as a pathway for youth to get into grazing. Guest: Carolyn Idhe, UW & Iowa Small Ruminant Outreach Specialist.