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SUMMARY:Webinar: Basics of Farm Financials for Successful Pricing
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nThe basis of any profitable business strategy is good record keeping and understanding your costs. Join NC Choices Technical Program Specialist Lee Menius as we explore the basics of understanding your farm’s financial goals\, records\, and how to use that understanding to evaluate new enterprises and pricing.  \nIn this session we will cover the basics of  \n\n\nfinancial goals \n\n\nunderstanding financial costs allocation  \n\n\nevaluating & managing enterprises \n\n\nhow to consider all of these in setting a pricing structure that works for your operation \n\n\nHosted by FACT
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/webinar-basics-of-farm-financials-for-successful-pricing/
LOCATION:Illinois
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SUMMARY:Savanna Institute - Perennial Farm Gathering
DESCRIPTION:More information and registration: \nhttps://www.savannainstitute.org/2023-pfg-registration/?vgo_ee=o3LLz6Nby%2F6goAdC2TXjm4RPI4Azik6bjQppLz1ITuGI%2BqZ6oPiqFdvZOLA%3D%3ATI46XQ%2FoCIHdz4mTsaBeVPbHt3BQHe0Z
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/savanna-institute-perennial-farm-gathering/
LOCATION:Illinois
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SUMMARY:Sauk County - Gabe Bauer's Farm: Winter Waterers & Unrolling Hay
DESCRIPTION:We will be discussing the various watering operations on pasture during the Wisconsin winter months. This pasture walk will also demonstrate unrolling hay on pasture as a way of spreading out nutrients on pasture. \nhttps://www.co.sauk.wi.us/landconservation/2023-pasture-walks
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/sauk-county-gabe-bauers-farm-winter-waterers-unrolling-hay/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231212T153000
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SUMMARY:Soil Health Winter Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nAgenda: \n10am – Soil Health 101 – What’s So Important? \nJamie Patton\, NRCS\, will be discussing the principles and importance of soil health across our agricultural landscapes. \n10:45am – Nitrogen-Fixing Lightning Round \nWe will do a rapid fire approach to several regenerative agriculture topics including:  \n \n\nCover Crop Seed Mixes\n Flown-over Cover Crops\n Local UWEX Resources\nCompaction Management\nGrazing Cover Crops Program\n\nLunch Provided! \n1pm – Farmer Panel and Open Discussion \nWe will have 5 of your local farmers and producers telling their soil health journey to regenerative agriculture. \n1:45pm – 9 Key Element Plan \nSheboygan County Planning and Conservation will discuss Pigeon River\, the 9 Key Element Plan\, and next steps moving forward.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/soil-health-winter-workshop/
LOCATION:Illinois
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SUMMARY:Winter Grazing Event
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nJoin us to learn about innovative ways to integrate livestock and extend the grazing season.  \nNRCS will be showcasing new practices that can be implemented to improve management in winter grazing systems: heavy use areas\, winter waterers\, windbreaks (portable and permanent). \nAgenda: \n10am – 12pm:  \nFIELD WALK and farm tour hosted by Schoepp Farms LLC Address: N2007 E. Harmon Rd\, Lodi\, WI 53555 \n12:00PM – 3PM:  \nCOVER CROP RESEARCH PRESENTATION AND FARMER PANEL Location: Township of West Point Town Hall\, N2144 Rausch Rd\, Lodi\, WI 53555 \nSand County Foundation will present on their research working with these farmers and rotationally grazing cover crops. READ RESEARCH PAPERPanel includes farmers that have experience implementing these innovative grazing practicesLunch will be provided with thanks to SSWIG and the Lake Wisconsin Farmer Watershed Council! \nSPACE FOR THE TOWN HALL PRESENTATION AND PANEL IS LIMITED\, SO BE SURE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/winter-grazing-event/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231214T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231214T210000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Antibiotics\, Antibiotic Resistance and Stewardship on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nHave you ever wondered about FACT’s work on food safety and antibiotics? Join us for a webinar with Steve Roach\, Director of FACT’s Safe and Healthy Food Program and Madeleine Kleven\, Safe and Healthy Food Program coordinator as they review some important topics that every livestock producer should know. \nHosted by FACT
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/webinar-antibiotics-antibiotic-resistance-and-stewardship-on-the-farm/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231220T000000
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SUMMARY:Farming For Soil Health - Winter Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nFeaturing Mark Renz and Rodrigo Werle on managing weeds in drought. \nIncludes: \n\nSmall group breakouts\nFarmer panel discussion\nNetworking opportunities\nLunch featuring locally produced foods\n\n$15 Registration Fee helps cover cost of local food lunch. \nHosted by Glacierland RC&D\, partnering with Rock River Regenerative Graziers\, Jefferson County Soil Builders\, Farmers for Lake Country\, Farmers on the Rock\, Lower Yahara Watershed Biological Farmer Friends\, and Drumlin Area Land Trust.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farming-for-soil-health-winter-workshop/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240111T190000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Telling the story of your farm: The Benefits of Pasture Raised Meats
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nAre you struggling with how to share your farm story in a way that engages customers? Do you have trouble weaving in the nutritional benefits pasture raised meats offer in a way that makes sense to the consumer? In this webinar April Parms Jones will teach you the art of storytelling and how mastering this skill will help increase profitability\, customer engagement and retention.  \nHosted by FACT
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/webinar-telling-the-story-of-your-farm-the-benefits-of-pasture-raised-meats/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240116T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240116T210000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Maximize Your On Line Store
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nEcommerce can be a game changer for your direct-to-consumer meat business\, but there are several important things to consider to optimize your online sales. In this webinar\, Katie Olthoff with ChopLocal will share the best practices for your ecommerce store to help you get the most bang for your buck! \nHosted by FACT
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/webinar-maximize-your-on-line-store/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240127T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240127T190000
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SUMMARY:Northeast Wisconsin Woodland Owners Conference
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nThe Woodland Owners Conference will feature speakers focusing on topics of interest to private woodland owners.  \nTopics include:  \n\nmanaging woodlands\nforest health issues\nthe MFL Program\n forest industry panel\n\nHosted by Glacierland RC&D
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/northeast-wisconsin-woodland-owners-conference/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240204T000000
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SUMMARY:GrassWorks Grazing Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nWe can’t wait to see you for our 32nd GrassWorks Grazing Conference! Join us for an amazing conference\, including… \n\nKeynotes presentations from Dr. Lucinda Stuenkel and other agricultural leaders\nMix of breakout sessions for both beginning and experienced graziers\, covering topics like…\n\nGrazing ‘101’\nAnimal Nutrition on Pasture\nDirect to Consumer Marketing\n Vet and Herd Basics\nFarm Finances\nManaging Changing Weather\nPastured Poultry and Small Ruminants\nAlternative Forages\nAnd more!\n\n\nTradeshow showcasing key product and service providers\nMOTH (Musings of the Herd) storytelling time\, jam session\, happy hours\, and networking opportunities to gather with your favorite fellow graziers\nDelicious meals\, featuring grass-fed meats and local foods\n\nVisit grassworks.regfox.com/2024-grassworks-grazing-conference-registration to learn more about conference passes\, meal tickets\, scholarship and volunteer opportunities\, and hotel reservations!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grassworks-grazing-conference-2024/
LOCATION:Illinois
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SUMMARY:Food Photography: Creating outstanding digital assets for your farm!
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nThe Lowdown is a once-a-month\, virtual gathering of our community of direct-to-consumer Good Meat® farmers and ranchers who want to go deep and talk shop. Each Lowdown is an opportunity for producers to strengthen their marketing and learn from one another. \nThey are hour-long conversations between a guest producer\, producer-facilitators\, and a group of producers who join to ask questions and participate. Each session is focused on a marketing theme. Read more about them here. \nOur hosts Alex Miller of Lick Skillet Farm and Beth Robinette of Lazy R Ranch will facilitate and ensure an atmosphere of lively discussion and knowledge sharing. \nWhen 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/food-photography-creating-outstanding-digital-assets-for-your-farm/
LOCATION:Illinois
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SUMMARY:Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nThe Marbleseed (formerly MOSES) Organic Farming Conference is widely known as the largest organic farming conference in the United States. Every year regenerative and organic farmers from a wide range of farm sizes\, experiences\, and backgrounds gather to learn the latest in organic farming methods\, build community\, and shape the future of the organic farming movement.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/marbleseed-organic-farming-conference/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240227T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240227T200000
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SUMMARY:The Future of Dairy Heifer Raising
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nIncludes Lunch \nPlease 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. \nThis discussion is a collaboration between UW-Madison Grassland 2.0 in cooperation with UW Extension\, with support from the Eau Pleine Partnership for Integrated Conservation (EPPIC).
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/the-future-of-dairy-heifer-raising/
LOCATION:Illinois
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SUMMARY:2024 WI Land+Water Conference
DESCRIPTION:Learn More and Register Here\nThe 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.\nThe annual business meeting is held on the last morning of the conference. This meeting includes updates from our Board of Directors and a forum for discussion. \nOther events occurring at the conference include the following: \n\nKeynote and plenary speakers\nStatewide youth education Poster & Speaking Contests\nHonoring our the winners of our Conservation Awards\nNetworking and social hours\nSilent auction to benefit youth education programs
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/2024-wi-landwater-conference/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240313T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240315T000000
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SUMMARY:THE 11TH ANNUAL MIDWEST SOIL HEALTH SUMMIT MANAGING FOR PROFIT WITH THE SOIL HEALTH PRINCIPLES
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nSustainable 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.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/the-11th-annual-midwest-soil-health-summit-managing-for-profit-with-the-soil-health-principles/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240316T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240316T210000
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SUMMARY:West Central WI Spring Grazing Conference
DESCRIPTION:All Things Soil and Forage FertilityTopics Include: \n\nWhy soil sampling is important: sampling methods\nDifferent fertilizer methodologies: conventional\, organic\, and foliar feeding\nAudubon Bird Friendly Beef Certification\nFarmer Panel: fertility programs on their farms\n\nHosted by River Country RC&D and River Country Grazing Network \nRegister Here – or call/text (715) 579-4916 \nVisit River Country Event Page
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/west-central-wi-spring-grazing-conference/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240318T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240318T190000
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SUMMARY:Manure Mondays: Manure Additives
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nOntario 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.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/manure-mondays-manure-additives/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240325T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240325T190000
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SUMMARY:Manure Mondays: Composting Bedded Pack Barns
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nOntario 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.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/manure-mondays-composting-bedded-pack-barns/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240402T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240402T200000
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SUMMARY:Biochar Workshop & Demo
DESCRIPTION:Event includes:  \n\nBiochar Demo using Ring of Fire Biochar Kiln from GreenLake County \nKristin 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. \nFind out how to rent the Ring of Fire Biochar Kiln\, placesto buy biochar and other biochar resources. \nLearn about how other Countries utilize biochar.’\n\nThis event is FREE! Snacks and refreshments provided.Please RSVP to brooke.patrick@goldensandsrcd.org by March 31st.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/biochar-workshop-demo/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240405T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240405T230000
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SUMMARY:Regenerative Livestock Systems Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nLearn More Here \nAgenda \n8:00 – 9:00 AM – Welcome & Poster Session9:00 – 10:30 AM \n\nGrazing Ecology and Restoration – Stephen Thomforde\nPasture resilience and environmentally friendly livestock farming – Azadeh F. Javazmi\nReintegrating Grazing Ruminants in Row Crop Country: Agroecological Benefits and Costs – George Boody\n\n10:30 – 11:00 AM – BREAK + Poster session11:00 – 12:30 PM  \n\nRegenerative Grazing – Green Lands Blue Waters Project – Jane Grimsbo-Jewett\nGrasslands 2.0 – Nicholas R. Jordan \nScaling up Regenerative Poultry – Diane Chistofore\n\n12:30 – 2:00 PM – Lunch and Producer Panel2:00 – 3:30 PM \n\nA Farm Journey to Grass-Fed Dairy and Beef – Kevin Mahalko\nReducing Methane Emissions in Grazing Dairy Cattle – Bradley Heins\nRegenerative Farming Management in Pasture-Based Dairy Farms – Derek Schmitz\n\n3:30 – 4:00 PM – BREAK + Poster session4:00 – 5:30 PM \n\nOpportunities and Challenges of Silvopasture Systems – Eric Mousel\nBison Farming and Indigenous Livestock Practices – Paul Dressen\nAudubon Conservation Ranching Program – Sarah Hewitt\n\n5:30 – 6:00 PM – Final Thoughts & Poster session
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/regenerative-livestock-systems-symposium/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240405T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240405T210000
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SUMMARY:Heart of Wisconsin Grazing Conference
DESCRIPTION:Register by sending in attached formAgenda9:00AM—9:30AM \n\nRegistration Opens! Come early to talk to exhibitors and other graziers and enjoy coffee and donuts.\n\n9:30AM—9:50AM \n\nGrazing Happenings in Wisconsin with Jason Cavadini\n\n10:00AM—10:50AM \n\nSalon A: Forage Species Selection & Weed Management with Brooke Bembeneck\n\n\nSalon B: Update on WI Grazing Researchwith Dr. David Jaramillo & Dr. Marta Kohmann\n\n11:00AM—11:50AMSalon A: Beginning Grazier Session—Tips & Tricks for \n\nGetting Started with Rotational Grazingwith Farmer Panel\nSalon B: Taking your Pasture Management Skills to the Next Level with Laura Paine\n\n12:00PM—12:50PM \n\nCatered lunch included with registration fee. Time to meet with Exhibitors and visit with conference attendees and speakers!\n\n1:00PM—1:50PM \n\nSalon A: From Good to Great – Strategies for Improved Small Ruminant Management with Austin Pethan\nSalon B: Economic & Environmental Opportunities of Dairy Heifer Grazing with Grassland 2.0 & Mike Redetzke\n\n2:00PM—2:50PM \n\nSalon A: Multi-species Grazing Management with Farmer Panel\nSalon B: Grazing Alternative Forages with Matt Oehmichen and Derrick Raspor\n\n3:00PM—3:50PM \n\nSalon A: Grazing with Grassland Birds\nSalon B: Preparing for Winter Grazing with Nick Besasie
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/heart-of-wisconsin-grazing-conference/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240411T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240411T210000
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SUMMARY:Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative: Navigating the Application Process
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nUSDA 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. \nJoin us for a call where we’ll break down the Notice of Funding Opportunity\, share best practices on crafting your proposal\, and hear from current grantees implementing GLCI-funded projects.  \nCo-sponsored by the Wallace Center\, National Grazing Lands Coalition\, Michael Fields Agricultural Institute\, and the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grazing-lands-conservation-initiative-navigating-the-application-process/
LOCATION:Illinois
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240427T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240427T170000
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SUMMARY:Financial Review for Small Dairy and Pasture Options
DESCRIPTION:Financial review for small dairy and pasture options. \n\n\n\n\nHosted by Great River Graziers \n \nE5463 State Hwy 82\, Viroqua.  \nFrom hwy 27 turn onto 82 towards DeSoto. Barn is 1.3 miles on left. \n**note: Google Maps gives weird directions to this address\, we
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/financial-review-for-small-dairy-and-pasture-options/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240505T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240505T170000
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SUMMARY:Demonstration of Sheep Grazing for Restoration of Cross Country Track Area
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Great River Graziers \nCommunity 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.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/demonstration-of-sheep-grazing-for-restoration-of-cross-country-track-area/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240507T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240507T210000
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SUMMARY:Setting Your Grazing Wedge
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker: Altfrid Krusenbaum\, Krusen Grass Consulting \nRegister Here \nWill teach graziers how to set the seasons grazing wedge.  \nHosted by Glacierland RC&D
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/setting-your-grazing-wedge/
LOCATION:Illinois
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240510T220000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T000000
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SUMMARY:Small Scale Farming and Homesteading
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Golden Sands RC&D \nEmail brooke.patrick@goldensandsrcd.org to RSVP
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/small-scale-farming-and-homesteading/
LOCATION:Illinois
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk Featuring NoFence system\, Bale Grazing Project\, Forage Flush Management
DESCRIPTION:Light lunch provided \nPasture walks are meant to be a sharing of thoughts\, ideas\, and information in a production setting. This event will focus on a few different aspects of grazing management\, including first flush\, bale grazing\, and the opportunities with electronic fencing\, including the NoFence pilot project in which Hoffman’s participated over the winter on both sheep and cattle. \nRoseann and Scott Hoffman will be sharing their experiences with NoFence\, their farm’s transition processes (current transition is to fall calving)\, and other aspects of their grazing journeys. Cost-share opportunities that can assist in your transitions will also be discussed. Regional Crops/Soils Educator Scott Reuss will be on hand to share information from the state-wide bale grazing soil health research project of which Hoffman’s are a part. Paddock and hay acres’ nutrient management will also be reviewed\, with a quick overview of nutrient considerations to maximize forage quality and quantity. \nProper forage management equals optimum animal performance!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-featuring-nofence-system-bale-grazing-project-forage-flush-management/
LOCATION:Illinois
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Agroforestry Demonstration Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Savanna Institute \nRegister Here \nCome Join an introduction to Agroforestry on Savanna Institute’s North Farm on our Spring Green Campus\, WI. \nSavanna Institute’s North Farm is located directly north of the Wisconsin River\, and contains an almost complete watershed\, making it valuable as a site for water quality research\, as well as silvopasture and alley cropping approaches. With the largest acreage among the farms\, the North Farm is dedicated to demonstrating large-scale commercial farming.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wisconsin-agroforestry-demonstration-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Illinois
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SUMMARY:Central Wisco Spring Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Central Wisco Graziers Network \nJoin us at Bouressa Family Farm to meet other area graziers! \nPasture walk and discuss the grazing season ahead and learn more about new NRCS Practices and some of Rachel’s other collaborative projects with Audubon and USFWS! \n\nSpring pasture management\nNRCS EQIP expansion\nNRCS EQIP Grassland bird scenario and other new grazing practices\, Derrick Raspor\, NRCS\nAudubon Conservation Ranching program\, Tom Prestby\, Audubon Great Lakes\nWetlands restoration project\, Lara Fondow\, US Fish and Wildlife Service\nCheck out a newly installed handling area and discuss ideas to improve or install an area on your farm.\n\nPOTLUCK – Please bring a dish to share 😋Location: Bouressa Family FarmN3775 Ritchie Rd\, New London\, WI 54961Any questions\, feel free to contact:Rachel Bouressa\, 608-228-6617\, rachelbouressa@gmail.comLearn More
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/central-wisco-spring-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Illinois
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