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SUMMARY:Cattle and Sheepdog Training Clinic
DESCRIPTION:23rd Annual Cattle and Sheep Dog Training Clinic with instructor Jack Knox \n\n\n\nOpen to stock dog owners\, stock owners\, and dogs of all training levels. Spectators and auditors Welcome! \n\n\n\nJack 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 in Missouri with his wife and daughter where they operate an extensive stock dog and sheep farm. Jack’s training philosophy allows dogs to “think” by “Making the right easy\, and the wrong difficult.” His method allows dogs to progress quickly. Handlers will benefit not only from participation with their own dog\, but from watching and listening to how Jack applies his method to a variety of dogs at a variety of levels on a variety of stock. \n\n\n\nThis clinic is limited to 14 working dogs and each dog will work twice each day. Available openings are filled upon receipt of a completed registration form along with full payment on a first received basis. Checks will be cashed on January 20\, 2025. The cost of this 2-day clinic is $285 for WWSDA members\, $320 for non-members. There is unlimited spectator & auditor space at $40 per person for one day\, $60 for two days\, and does not require advance registration. \n\n\n\nClick Here for to print the PDF to register for the event
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/cattle-and-sheepdog-training-clinic/
LOCATION:JB Ranch\, W6856 Christie Ct\, Fort Atkinson\, Wisconsin\, 53538\, United States
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SUMMARY:Central WI Graziers Winter Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nQuestions? Call Brooke at 715-343-6215\, Ext 709 or email grazing@goldensandsrcd.org.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/central-wi-graziers-winter-meeting/
LOCATION:Golden Sands RC&D Office\, 1100 Main St\, Suite 140\, Stevens Point\, Wisconsin\, 54481
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SUMMARY:Developing a Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Managing Your Green – A Farm Finance Series for Graziers \n\n\n\nSession #2: Developing a business plan. \n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nEric Kundinger is a lover of all things business\, he has been in banking for over 12 years working with customers across various industries and of all size\, in addition Eric grew up in family small businesses and is an entrepreneur himself running various businesses which offers a unique perspective when speaking with any prospective or current entrepreneurs. \n\n\n\nRefreshments provided. RSVP encouraged\, but not required. This is session #2 of our winter series Managing Your Green: A Farm Finance Series for Graziers.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/developing-a-business-plan/
LOCATION:Golden Sands RC&D Office\, 1100 Main St\, Suite 140\, Stevens Point\, Wisconsin\, 54481
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SUMMARY:Producer-Led Watershed Protection Grant Program Annual Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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 from each group who received funding in 2024 must attend. \n\n\n\nRegistration opens at 8am. Program starts at 8:45am. End time estimated.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/producer-led-watershed-protection-grant-program-annual-workshop/
LOCATION:Food + Farm Exploration Center\, 3400 Innovation Dr\, Plover\, Wisconsin\, 54467\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pasture Based Enterprise Calculator
DESCRIPTION:Managing Your Green – A Farm Finance Series for Graziers \n\n\n\nSession #3: Pasture based enterprise calculator \n\n\n\nJoin 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 for your grazing operation. \n\n\n\nJohn Hendrickson is a farm viability specialist at the Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems\, UW-Madison. His work focuses on farm management and profitability\, with an emphasis on specialty crops. He conducts farm financial benchmarking research\, develops tools to help farmers measure enterprise profitability and better manage their farm businesses\, and explores the economic and quality of life aspects of running a small farm. In the past\, John operated his own certified organic vegetable farm. \n\n\n\nJim Munsch is a long-time Wisconsin grass fed beef farmer and small business management consultant.  Jim has been a contributor to the University of Wisconsin in supporting tools and education to help livestock and vegetable farms improve profitability. \n\n\n\nRefreshments provided. RSVP encouraged but not required. This is session #3 of our winter series Managing Your Green: A Farm Finance Series for Graziers.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-based-enterprise-calculator/
LOCATION:Golden Sands RC&D Office\, 1100 Main St\, Suite 140\, Stevens Point\, Wisconsin\, 54481
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SUMMARY:A Talk with Joel Salatin
DESCRIPTION: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! \n\n\n\nLearn more about Joel by visiting www.thelunaticfarmer.com \n\n\n\nRegistration Required. Please RSVP here! \n\n\n\nLocated at the Kenosha County Center at 19600 75th St in Bristol \n\n\n\nCost: $40 / includes a meal \n\n\n\nPlease contact Kristine@rootpikewin.org or call 262-883-4018 with questions
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/a-talk-with-joel-salatin/
LOCATION:Kenosha County Center\, 19600 75th St\, Brisol\, Wisconsin\, 53104\, United States
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SUMMARY:NW Wisconsin Grazing Network Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThe conference will be held at the Shell Lake Community Center\, 200 West Lake Drive next to US Hwy 63. The Community Center is less than a block east of highway 63 in center of town. Registration and the trade show will start at 8:00 AM. The meal will be catered by Fiddlehead Kitchen with Grass-fed beef donated by Adam Wabrowetz of Sawyer Creek Cattle Co. of Shell Lake. \n\n\n\nThis conference will continue our strong tradition of an informative and friendly networking environment to learn about grazing and conservation opportunities through the Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS)\, livestock health care skills\, economics of bale grazing\, and two grazier panels on their adaptive grazing strategies and on their approaches starting silvo pastures with goats and virtual fence along with other helpful information. See agenda for more details. \n\n\n\nThe conference should be of interest to new farmers\, part-time or full-time operators\, low-income startups\, graziers or non-graziers alike. Several agency and commercial exhibitors will be available to network with throughout the day. \n\n\n\nAdvance registration for the conference is due by Wednesday\, February 26\, cost is only $20 and includes lunch\, refreshments and materials. Late registration is $30. For credit card pre-registration go online to our webpage\, nwgn.org. Please call Beth Bartol at 218-206-4351 with registration questions. \n\n\n\nFor more grazing and conference information contact UW-Madison Extension Regional Crops Educator\, Becky Brathal\, 651-302-6620; Agricultural Development Educator\, Kevin Schoessow\, at 715-635-3506; or NW Graziers\, Lynn Johnson\, 715-225-9882.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/nw-wisconsin-grazing-network-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Shell Lake Community Center\, 200 West Lake Drive\, Shell Lake\, Wisconsin\, 54871\, United States
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SUMMARY:Don't Bet Your Bottom Dollar
DESCRIPTION:Managing Your Green – A Farm Finance Series for Graziers \n\n\n\nSession #4: Don’t bet your bottom dollar \n\n\n\nJoin 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 operation. \n\n\n\nJason Cavadini is the Grazing Outreach Specialist with the UW-Madison Division of Extension. He conducts research\, outreach\, and educational programming focused on perennial forages\, livestock-integrated cropping systems\, and managed-grazing for farms of all scales. Jason grew up in the Driftless Area of Wisconsin where he developed an appreciation for soil and water conservation farming practices. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in Crop & Soil Science from University of Wisconsin-River Falls\, and a master’s in Agronomy from Purdue University. Jason is a Certified Professional Agronomist and owns and operates a cow-calf to finish grazing operation with his wife\, Jocelyn\, and their five children. \n\n\n\nAaron Pape and his wife run Pape Family Pastures near Peshtigo\, WI. They are a diversified grazing farm raising grass fed beef\, pastured pigs\, pastured broilers and custom grazing dairy heifers. Aaron’s work as a farm business consultant influences his management as he emphasizes the importance of managing finances and human resources to achieve land and lifestyle goals. \n\n\n\nRefreshments provided. RSVP encouraged\, but not required. This is session #4 of our winter series Managing Your Green: A Farm Finance Series for Graziers.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/dont-bet-your-bottom-dollar/
LOCATION:Golden Sands RC&D Office\, 1100 Main St\, Suite 140\, Stevens Point\, Wisconsin\, 54481
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SUMMARY:Webinar: 0% EQIP Bridge Loan Program\, Info and Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION: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 installeligible conservation practices that promote soil health\, water quality\, and biological diversity.One of the major challenges of the program\, however\, is the requirement that participants payfor the entire cost of practice installation upfront and out-of-pocket.The EQIP Bridge Loan program provides landowners and farmers with flexible funding to coverthe upfront costs of installing EQIP practices. Designed specifically for recipients of NRCSEQIP awards\, our bridge loans have no fees\, no penalties\, and no interest. We will work withyou to create a custom loan agreement that meets your needs and tracks the same timeline asyour EQIP contract. If you are interested in applying for the program\, please complete this shortpre-application form.This 1-hour webinar will feature members of the SHOT Fund team and experts from FoodSystems 6 who will cover: \n\n\n\n● What is the SHOT Fund?● What is the current status of EQIP funding?● What is the SHOT Fund’s EQIP Bridge Loan Program?● What can I expect during the application process?● Q&A \n\n\n\nPlease register for this webinar at https://bit.ly/EQIPZeroWebinar and share with anyone in yournetwork who may be interested in this bridge loan program.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/webinar-0-eqip-bridge-loan-program-info-and-qa-session/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Investing Wisely:  Farm Loans\, Balance Sheets & Investment Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Managing Your Green – A Farm Finance Series for Graziers \n\n\n\nSession #5: Investing Wisely \n\n\n\nJoin 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 for Graziers. \n\n\n\nPaul Dietmann is Senior Focused Lending Specialist at Compeer Financial\, a member-owned Farm Credit System cooperative in the upper Midwest.  He co-leads Compeer’s Emerging Markets program\, providing loans and business planning assistance to farmers who market their products directly to consumers or who are engaged in value-added production\, processing\, or marketing. He is based in Prairie du Sac\, WI. \n\n\n\nDietmann has been helping family farmers with farm financial management issues since the mid-1990s\, first as a county agricultural agent\, then as director of the Wisconsin Farm Center\, as Wisconsin’s Deputy Secretary of Agriculture\, and now with the Farm Credit System.  He is co-author of the book Fearless Farm Finances: Farm Financial Management Demystified and author of Turning Grain Into Dough: Farm Financial Management for Organic Grain and Crop Rotation. He teaches dozens of workshops each year on a variety of topics related to farm finances. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85899119902 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 858 9911 9902 \n\n\n\nDial by your location \n\n\n\n• +1 309 205 3325 US \n\n\n\n• +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/investing-wisely/
LOCATION:Golden Sands RC&D Office\, 1100 Main St\, Suite 140\, Stevens Point\, Wisconsin\, 54481
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SUMMARY:Pasture Poultry and Bird Flu: How to avoid it and what to expect if you get it
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Food Animal Concerns Trust (FACT) \n\n\n\nBird 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 pasture-based poultry producers can take to avoid becoming infected. We will hear from Dr. Tyler McAlpin from USDA who will share important resources and information. We will also be joined by Marty Thomas discussing what happens when your flock does become infected based on his experience at his own farm. Don’t be left in the dark on Bird Flu and know your rights if your birds do become infected. \n\n\n\nPresenters: Steve Roach (FACT)\, Madeleine Kleven (FACT)\, Marty Thomas (Kakadoodle Farm)\, Dr Tyler McAlpin (USDA) \n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-poultry-and-bird-flu-how-to-avoid-it-and-what-to-expect-if-you-get-it/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Pursuing Profitability: Recordkeeping\, Enterprise Budgeting & Pricing for Profit
DESCRIPTION:Managing Your Green – A Farm Finance Series for Graziers \n\n\n\nSession #6: Pursuing Profitability \n\n\n\nJoin Golden Sands and GrassWorks ONLINE on Tuesday 3/18/25 to hear from Andy Larson of the Food Finance Institute on recordkeeping\, enterprise budgeting & pricing to improve farm profitability.  \n\n\n\nAndy has expertise in strategic farm business and marketing planning\, farm financial statements and projections\, agricultural credit and loan structure\, loan guarantees and credit enhancements\, farm succession and intergenerational transition\, and grantsmanship.  \n\n\n\nBefore joining FFI\, Andy worked as an Agriculture and Commercial Loan Officer at German American State Bank\, where he had the opportunity to provide commercial credit to scores of local farmers and family businesses in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Prior to his time at the bank\, Andy spent a decade working in Extension for Iowa State University and the University of Illinois\, focusing his educational programming on the business and marketing side of small farms\, local foods\, and sustainable agriculture. Concurrently\, Andy also held the role of state coordinator for North Central SARE (Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education)\, where he gained experience in grantsmanship and professional development for outreach educators in sustainable ag. \n\n\n\nAndy formed his work ethic and his land ethic growing up on a dairy farm in northernmost Illinois.  Andy returned to his roots in late 2013\, relocating his young family to the acreage where his grandparents retired\, just over the hill from the home farm. Andy and his wife grew their backyard chicken hobby into a free-range egg business\, now selling brown eggs to local retail stores\, restaurants\, and farmers markets. \n\n\n\nRSVP encouraged but not required. This is session #6 of our winter series Managing Your Green: A Farm Finance Series for Graziers. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81973017616 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 819 7301 7616 \n\n\n\nDial by your location \n\n\n\n• +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pursuing-profitability/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Midwest Grazing & Soil Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Summit will bring together leading experts ingrazing and livestock integration into cropping systems.Choose from breakout topics such as virtual fencing\, wintergrazing\, small ruminants\, new NRCS EQIP opportunities\,and more. You’ll also hear from inspiring keynote speakers\,including farmers from Canada who are proving thatregenerative farming and ranching can be profitable.You’ll be joined by fellow farmers\, ranchers\, and agprofessionals from across the Midwest. Don’t miss thisopportunity to connect and learn with the best in the field!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/midwest-grazing-soil-health-summit/
LOCATION:Willmar Conference Center\, 240 23rd St SE\, Willmar\, Minnesota\, 56201\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Experiences of 38 years of Managed Grazing and Hopes for the Future
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday in-person or virtually at 3PM to hear from Rick Adamski of Full Circle Farm.  \n\n\n\nRick Adamski has utilized managed grazing as the foundation of his family’s 240 acre farm in Shawano County since 1987. The farm was bought by his grandparents around 1900. Rick is married to Valerie Dantoin and they have two children; Andrew and Genevieve. Dairy was the main focus of the farm from its inception until 2014 when it was converted to grass-fed beef. The farm was certified Organic in 2003 and has been since. In 2017 the farm diversified when Andrew and his partner Heather Toman returned with their masters degrees from Northern Michigan to grow fresh vegetables and some hogs and chickens. All production is sold directly to customers through direct sales. Cooperatives are also a common thread throughout the history of the farm when Grandpa Stanley started a cheese factory cooperative to the SLO Farmers Cooperative started by Valerie and managed by Heather to help themselves and others receive products directly  from our farm. \n\n\n\nRSVP encouraged\, but not required. This is session #7\, our last session of the winter series Managing Your Green: A Farm Finance Series for Graziers. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/7153436215?omn=86152167327 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 715 343 6215 \n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nDial by your location \n\n\n\n• +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/managed_grazing_and_future_hopes/
LOCATION:Golden Sands RC&D Office\, 1100 Main St\, Suite 140\, Stevens Point\, Wisconsin\, 54481
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250324T183633Z
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SUMMARY:Land\, Loans & Grants: The 3-Day Farm Funding Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Join Mezclada for an engaging workshop with integrated ‘challenges’ to help you put what you’re learning into practice over the course of three days. This workshop is offering in English. The same offering is available in Spanish monthly. Check out the webpage for upcoming dates: https://mezclada.co/land-loans-grants-the-3-day-farm-funding-challenge/ \n\n\n\nDate & Time \n\n\n\n\nApr 1\, 2025 12:00 PM\n\n\n\nApr 2\, 2025 12:00 PM\n\n\n\nApr 3\, 2025 12:00 PM\n\n\n\n\nTime shows in 
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/3-day-farm-funding-challenge/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250310T190021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T190022Z
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SUMMARY:Heart of WI Grazing Conference
DESCRIPTION:You can expect sessions about bird friend grazing\, getting paid for ecosystem services\, successful sheep grazing\, vet care for grazing animals\, and more! Register by March 13th by filling out this Google Form https://forms.gle/nLngvLDaHTk75RZi9
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/heart-of-wi-grazing-conference/
LOCATION:Lake View Conference Center\, 1000 Lake View Drive\, Wausau\, Wisconsin\, 54403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250324T195153Z
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SUMMARY:Sheep Grazing 101 - Breakfast\, Workshop & Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:GrassWorks is proud to support Glacierland RC&D for this sheep grazing workshop! Starting at 8:30 at the Lamartine Town Hall\, this event will include classroom style presentations as well as on farm demonstrations. The schedule will be as follow: \n\n\n\n\n8:30 Breakfast and Check In\n\n\n\n9:00 Grazing Ambassador Presentation by Rachel Bouressa\n\n\n\n9:30 Importance of Grassland Birds by Ashly Steinke\n\n\n\nTravel to Farm\n\n\n\n10:15 On Farm Prsentations\n\nLambing Season and Sheep Genetics – Host Farmer\, Julie Fitzpatrick\n\n\n\nPollinators in the Grazing System – Thelma Heidel-Baker\n\n\n\nGrassland Birds within Grazing – Audubon Society\n\n\n\n\n\n11:30 Wrap-up
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/sheep-grazing-101-breakfast-workshop-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Lamartine Town Hall\, N5269 Schaefer Dr\, Oakfield\, Wisconsin\, 53065\, United States
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lamartine Town Hall N5269 Schaefer Dr Oakfield Wisconsin 53065 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=N5269 Schaefer Dr:geo:-88.5650629,43.7330372
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250324T200451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T200704Z
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SUMMARY:Fencing Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Little Red Farms – DIY Fencing Demo \n\n\n\nGuest speakers: Brad Ketchum\, Gallagher Fence & Cody Brueggen\, Little Red Farms \n\n\n\nHands-on demonstration at Little Red Farms. Electric fencing principles\, grounding techniques\, install H-braces\, string wire\, tension a fence and waterline development for 140 acres of pasture. Learn from DIY experts! \n\n\n\nContact Kirsten Jurcek (920) 342-9504 or kirsten@glacierlandrcd.org with questions
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/fencing-demostration/
LOCATION:Little Red Farms\, 11902 N County Rd KK\, Whitewater\, Wisconsin\, 53190\, United States
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Little Red Farms 11902 N County Rd KK Whitewater Wisconsin 53190 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=11902 N County Rd KK:geo:-88.853332,42.842426
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250408T181601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T181808Z
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SUMMARY:Spring New Farmer U
DESCRIPTION:Join Marbleseed for their Spring 2025 New Farmer U in Chippewa Fall for two days of learning and community  building tailored to beginning farmers looking to grow their farm business! Saturday\, April 129:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Join for a full day of farm financials training with two of the most sought-after farm business experts – Paul Dietmann\, Senior Lending Officer at Compeer Financial\, and Andrew Larson\, Farm Program Manager at the Food Finance Institute. This workshop uses a comprehensive agribusiness curriculum\, each attendee will get to take home a brand-new copy of the coveted Fearless Farm Finances book. Breakfast and lunch are provided. During the evening\, participants are invited to join an optional group dinner outing to get to know your new farmer friends! Sunday\, April 139:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Day two of the New Farmer U training includes guest speakers and trainers focused on helping farmers to tell their farm story and improve their marketing tools. Topics such as website development and how to build a thriving food and farm business will be covered. Farmer wellness\, mental health and legal resources will be shared. Tabling by the Wisconsin Farmers Union complete a full weekend of information on how to make your farm business a full success. Breakfast and lunch are provided. At 10:30 a.m. participants will take a mini break to support the farm vendors who host “Sunday Market on the River.” Participants can enjoy fresh coffee\, browse food from the Market on the River sellers\, and shop for locally made gifts at this unique pop-up! Additional information: Registration for this 2-day workshop is $35A travel and lodging stipend is available to help farmers attend this training.This event is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture.Assorted breakfast pastries\, refreshments\, and lunch will be provided.  Registration closes Friday\, April 4.Any additional questions or interpretation requests\, please reach out to Alondra Cano\, at alondra.cano@marbleseed.org.Spring New Farmer U – Chippewa FallsWhen: April 12\, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m & April 13\, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Where: Market on River128 W River St Chippewa Falls\, WI 54729
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/spring-new-farmer-u/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250408T192156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T193654Z
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SUMMARY:USDA Meat Product Labeling Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Good Meat Project’s “The Lowdown” with guest Steph Harmon of Label Compliance Solutions and Cindy McCaffterty of McCaffterty Ranch Beef \n\n\n\nProduct labels aren’t just a USDA requirement—they’re an opportunity to showcase your practices\, brand\, and values. But understanding the complex rules and regulations can be both daunting and time consuming. That’s where Steph Harmon\, a USDA-compliant label specialist\, and Cindy McCafferty\, a Montana cattle rancher\, come in. With over eight years of experience working together on product labels\, Steph and Cindy will break down how to navigate claims like grassfed\, all-natural\, regenerative\, and pasture-raised\, as well as how to highlight practices unique to your operation—like Cindy’s sprout-finished beef. They’ll also dive into label design and how to ensure your packaging aligns with your marketing. Tune in to this Lowdown for answers to your USDA labeling questions.When you register\, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a Zoom link for the event and\, as well as a calendar invite.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/usda-meat-product-labeling-webinar/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250408T184548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T184550Z
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SUMMARY:Fencing Demo for Small Ruminants
DESCRIPTION:Join guest speaker Randy Cutler\, of Cutler Fence\, for a hands-on workshop covering fencing solutions for small ruminants.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/fencing-demo-for-small-ruminants/
LOCATION:Iris Lee & Paul Maggio\, 38601 60th Street\, Burlinton\, Wisconsin\, 53105\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250408T184044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T184236Z
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SUMMARY:How to get 50% Upfront Cost Share for your EQIP Contract Practices
DESCRIPTION:Meagan Duberstein \, NRCS -EQIP Program Manager\, will lead this virtual event to discuss frequently asked questions around the EQIP program. \n\n\n\nTopics will include:– Who is eligible for advanced payments?– How can you apply?– What are the timelines?– How long does the process take? \n\n\n\nAfter Meagan’s presentation \, a small famers will discuss their experiences with EQIP.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/how-to-get-50-upfront-cost-share-for-your-eqip-contract-practices/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250418T220022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T220126Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Commons Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Choosing the right health benefit option for your farm employees can be complex and overwhelming. However\, with careful research and effective communication\, offering health benefits can be a win-win for the farm and its employees. Reduce the overwhelm and gain clarity by joining Farm Commons for a free one-hour webinar. Participants will explore three common health benefit options: 1) group health insurance plans\, 2) Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangements (QSEHRA)\, and 3) health benefit stipends\, and have a chance to ask their questions and share their concerns.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-commons-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250416T211309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T164125Z
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SUMMARY:No-till Drill Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:This event\, hosted by Golden Sands with support from GrassWorks\, will focus on tips for success with no-till drills including: \n\nEstablishing and interseeding pastures\, hayfields\, and native plantings\nSeed mix design and rates\nCalibration and operation of seed drills
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/no-till-drill-demonstration/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250408T185158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T165326Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Pasture Walk by Glacierland
DESCRIPTION:Join Glacierland for two farm tours and homemade pizza! \n\n\n\nHost Farms: \n\n\n\nTodd VanGroll11622 Zander Rd\, Maribel\, WITodd has a four seasons beef grazing operation. Participants will look at how bale grazing went for him this past year and what he’s doing this spring \n\n\n\nSteven Beachy5119 W County Rd BB\, Denmark\, WIThe Beachy family operates a grazing dairy farm. Participants will look at the milking herd and cover crops they graze.  \n\n\n\nSchedule: \n\n\n\n4:00 pm – Pasture walk at VanGroll Farm \n\n\n\n5:00 pm – Pasture walk at Beachy Farm \n\n\n\n6:00 pm – Homemade pizza dinner at Beachy Farm \n\n\n\nMUST REGISTER BY APRIL 17TH!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/spring-pasture-walk-by-glacierland/
LOCATION:Todd VanGroll\, 11622 Zander Rd\, Maribel\, Wisconsin\, 54227\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250418T220022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T220226Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Organic Transition: Key Decisions - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Transitioning to organic presents both exciting opportunities and unique challenges. This webinar\, Navigating the Organic Transition: Key Decisions for Farmers\, will guide producers through critical considerations for a successful transition process\, including: \n\nUnderstanding and prioritizing equipment purchases \n\nNavigating the selection of certified organic seeds\, fertilizers\, and pest inputs to maintain compliance and maximize yield \n\nImplementing best practices for record keeping and documentation to meet organic certification requirements and improve farm management \n\nJoin Sam Oschwald and Kevin Mahalko for practical strategies and a discussion on how to make informed\, cost-effective decisions during your organic transition. Whether you’re just starting or already in the process\, this session will provide valuable guidance to support your farm’s success. \n\nThis webinar is supported through the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program\, a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service National Organic Program.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/navigating-the-organic-transition-key-decisions-webinar/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250418T220022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T162450Z
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SUMMARY:Beef Marketing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the sale ring at Bonduel Equity to learn about all things related to marketing your beef. Hear from Chris Jacobs of Bonduel Equity on “Understanding Cattle Prices.” Learn about what you need to know about slaughter including how to book a slaughter date\, packaging and pricing from a local butcher. Then ask questions during our speaker panel from industry experts on different ways to market your beef. Lunch is FREE and will feature Full Circle Community Farm’s meat and vegetables cooked by Grandma B’s Cafe. Followed by a farm tour and pasture walk at Full Circle Community Farm. RSVP is required! \nSchedule: \n\n10:00am – Introductions\n10:30 am – Chris Jacobs: Understanding Cattle Prices\n10:45 am – Roskom’s Meat: What to Know About Slaughter\, Packaging\, and Pricing\n11:15 am – Break\n11:30 am – Marketing Panel\n12:30 pm – Lunch\n1:30pm – Pasture Walk at Full Circle Farm
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/beef-marketing-workshop/
LOCATION:Equity Livestock Bonduel\, 455 N. Cecil St.\, Bonduel\, Wisconsin\, 54107\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250430T213132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T213308Z
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SUMMARY:WiWic Spring Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Women in Conservation is hosting a spring potluck South East Wisconsin at LarryVille Gardens in Burlington\, WI. This is an opportunity for women landowners\, farmers\, farm workers and conservation professionals to connect around their shared interest in conservation practices and learn from one another. Brunch will be a casual potluck at a beautiful farm. Details and RSVP here! \n\n\n\nTime and Location: \n\n\n\nMay 03\, 2025\, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM \n\n\n\nLarryVille Gardens\, W1349 WI-11\, Burlington\, WI 53105\, USA
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wiwic-spring-potluck/
LOCATION:LarryVille Gardens\, W1349 WI-11\, Burlington\, Wisconsin\, 53105
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250505T194444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T194518Z
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SUMMARY:Badger Crop Connect
DESCRIPTION:Spring Forage Special \n\n\n\nThe Badger Crop Connect series provides agronomists\, crop consultants\, and farmers with timely crop updates for Wisconsin. CEUs are available by topic for each presentation. \n\n\n\nRecordings for on-demand viewing are available on the Divison of Extension’s YouTube channel or by expanding the Recordings tab below. To receive emails about upcoming webinar topics\, recorded video availability\, and other training opportunities and resources\, sign up below. \n\n\n\nWebinars are held at 12:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays each month from April to October.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/badger-crop-connect/
LOCATION:https://cropsandsoils.extension.wisc.edu/programs/badger-crop-connect/?utm_source=emma&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=bcc_announcement#2025-Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T233553
CREATED:20250505T191614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T192127Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Livestock Production Online Course
DESCRIPTION:This is an online course. You will receive instructions for accessing the training after you checkout. The course launches May 12. \n\n\n\nThe Beginning Livestock Production course will cover the animal science and husbandry topics of nutrition\, housing and facilities\, health\, and handling with information specific to beef cattle\, dairy cattle\, goats\, sheep\, poultry\, and swine. Considerations for raising multiple species will also be included. The course will help beginning livestock producers decide which livestock species fits their system and goals. \n\n\n\nAs a participant of this course\, you will be able to use this information to plan for the essential facilities\, supplies\, and skills necessary to successfully raise livestock. \n\n\n\nCourse Contact \n\n\n\nSabrina Florentino\, slpflore@umn.edu \n\n\n\nRegistration Assistance \n\n\n\next-reg@umn.edu  \n\n\n\nFor guest account/password assistance\n\n\n\nContact HELP@umn.edu\, 612-301-4357. Let them know you are registering for a non-credit Canvas course.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/beginning-livestock-production-online-course/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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