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SUMMARY:WI Agroforestry Demonstration Farm Network: Good Trouble Grove Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the Wisconsin Agroforestry Demonstration Farm Network and Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) for a tree-focused seed starting workshop\, dinner\, and silvopasture farm tour. This event is hosted by Shelly and Jorg of Good Trouble Grove. Guests interested in an in-depth workshop on starting trees from seed can arrive at 3 PM\, a potluck (main dish will be provided\, side dishes welcome) and time for connection between participants will be at 5 PM\, and a pasture farm walk on holistic farm management will start at 6:30 PM. \n\n\n\nAnyone interested in learning about agroforestry or connecting with agroforestry farmers is welcome to come! Children are also welcome to attend with adult supervision. \n\n\n\nThe Wisconsin Agroforestry Demonstration Farm Network is made possible by a partnership with the Savanna Institute and WI NRCS. \n\n\n\nWisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) is proud to co-sponsor this event with the Savanna Institute at WFU members Shelly and Jorg’s farm. At the event\, we are looking forward to sharing more about our grassroots\, membership based organization and the policy work we are doing in relationship to grazing\, local foods\, and perennial agriculture systems. \n\n\n\nMore details and register here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wi-agroforestry-demonstration-farm-network-good-trouble-grove-tour/
LOCATION:Good Trouble Grove\, N6498 Wisconsin 49\, Green Lake\, Wisconsin\, 54941
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SUMMARY:Dairy Pasture Walk in New Auburn
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a pasture walk at  Deb Jakubek & Tom Moos dairy farm in New Auburn\, WI. We will see how they do a 100% grass-fed and organic grazing dairy system\, exploring grass and water management on the farm. Local farmer-led groups will be in attendance and supporting this event. Deb is President of the GrassWorks Board so this is a great opportunity to hear more about GrassWorks and the role our farmers play in addressing Wisconsin’s conservation needs.  \n\n\n\nFor more information\, call or text Tina Barone 715-619-7149 or Becky Brathal 715-492-8967.  \n\n\n\nFarm location: 4803 County RD M\, New Auburn\, WI 54757
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/dairy-pasture-walk-in-new-auburn/
LOCATION:Deb Jakubek & Tom Moos\, 4803 County RD M\, New Auburn\, Wisconsin\, 54757
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SUMMARY:Pastures with Purpose: tools and practices for resilient grazing
DESCRIPTION:Want stronger forage\, healthier cattle and a better bottom line?\nJoin us on the Klinkner farm in Genoa\, WI for a free pasture walk and farmer panel that provides insight into real-world operations.  \nGET AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT:\nGrazing cover crops\nIntegrated silvopasture\nFencing/watering systems\nRotating grazing dairy & beef\nSeasonal stocking rates\nWinter operations\nand more \n10am- The day will kick off with an pasture walk through Travis Klinkner’s dairy operation. Travis has 65 acres of rotationally managed grazing for dairy with 60 cows and young stock. 10 years rotating has improved water infiltration and soil organic matter and he has integrated practices such as silvopasture and prairie strips to increase biodiversity and resilience on his farm.\n12pm – free lunch by Viroqua’s Cheese Corner\n1pm- farmer panel/ Q&A featuring graziers from the Bad Axe Watershed Stewards including\n-Travis Klinkner\n-Alan Selow- 100 acres of rotationally managed grazing for dairy with 64 cows and 64 young stock. 23 years of rotational grazing has produced healthier animals and a more resilient ecosystem on Al’s farm.\n-Kent McClurg- 190 acres of rotationally managed beef; 160 head\, 65 of which are cow calf pairs. 5 years rotating and cover crop grazing has extended his grazing season and pasture recovery substantially.  \nfor questions contact:\ninfo@valleystewardshipnetwork.org\nor call (608) 637-3615
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pastures-with-purpose-tools-and-practices-for-resilient-grazing/
LOCATION:Klinker Dairy Farm\, S4993 Volden Lane\, Genoa\, Wisconsin\, 54632\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk & Farmer Panel
DESCRIPTION:Want stronger forage\, healthier cattle and a better bottom line? \n\n\n\nJoin Valley Stewardship Network on the Klinkner farm for a free pasture walk and farmer panel that provides insight into real-world operations. Lunch is included!  \n\n\n\nFARMER PANEL / Q&A: \n\n\n\n\nKent McClurg- 190 acres of rotationally managed beef; 160 head\, 65 of which are cow calf pairs. 5 years rotating and cover crop grazing has extended his grazing season and pasture recovery substantially.\n\n\n\n\n\nTravis Klinkner-65 acres of rotationally managed grazing for dairy with 60 cows and young stock. 10 years rotating has improved water infiltration and soil organic matter.\n\n\n\n\n\nAl Seelow- 100 acres of rotationally managed grazing for dairy with 60 cows and 64 young stock. 23 years of rotational grazing has produced healthier animals and a more resilient ecosystem on Al’s farm.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-farmer-panel/
LOCATION:Klinkner Farm\, S4993 Volden Lane\, Genoa\, Wisconsin\, 54632
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk at the Marshfield Ag Research Station
DESCRIPTION:Friday August 1st 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nMarshfield Ag Research Station\, 208356 Drake Ave N\, Stratford\, WI 54484\nJoin us to learn about pasture research!\nFriday\, August 1st\, from 10AM to 12PM at the Marshfield Ag Research Station (MARS) to talk about grazing! We’ll discuss a project utilizing portable shade structures for animals on pasture. Does moving animals every day help the land?\nWe’ll look at how different ways of managing pastures can affect:\n-Soil health\n-Water quality\n-Grass growth\nCome learn what the research says and how it could help your farm!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-at-the-marshfield-ag-research-station/
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk at Black Creek Bison Ranch
DESCRIPTION:NW WI Graziers Network is hosting their annual Bison Pasture Walk and Lunch at Dave and Veronica Fogerty’s Farm. Dave rotationally grazes 40 head of bison and incorporates silvopasure into his management strategy. Topics will include bison management\, silvopasture\, soil health\, alternative summer grazed annual forages\, prairie and native grasses\, pollinator habitat\, and cover crop forages. Read more about their farm and practices here! \n\n\n\nParticipants are encouraged to attend beginning at 10AM or earlier and then are invited to stay for a free Bison burger lunch.  The Wisconsin Bison Producers Association meeting will be held in midafternoon after the event.  \n\n\n\nThis pasture walk is perfect for both new and experienced graziers. Topics will include: \n\n\n\n\nAlternative and Emergency Forages: See test plots of Sorghum/Sudan\, and Pearl millet\,silvopastures developed from former aspen\, birch\, and hardwood forestland.\n\n\n\nForage Analysis: Bring your forage samples for free on-site testing.\n\n\n\nDrone Technology: Witness a demonstration of drone spraying\, fertilizing\, and seeding.\n\n\n\nSilvopasture Management: Learn about thinning\, managing\, and maintaining silvopasture systems\, with insights into native grasses and oak savannah ecology from specialist\, Stephen Thomforde.\n\n\n\nOn-Farm Research: Discover ongoing trials with UW-River Falls\, including experiments with forage grasses\, and prairie varieties like Switchgrass\, Big Bluestem\, and Little Bluestem.\n\n\n\nBison Management & Soil Health: Gain insights into managing bison for improved soil health and productivity.\n\n\n\nPollinator Habitat & Cover Crops: Explore the role of grazing in creating pollinator habitat and the benefits of cover crop forages.\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact: \n\n\n\n\nDave Fogerty: 715-416-0000\n\n\n\n\n\nLynn Johnson\, NW Graziers Network: 715-225-9882\n\n\n\n\n\nBrent Edlin\, Washburn County Land & Water Conservation Department: 715-468-4654
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-at-black-creek-bison-ranch/
LOCATION:Black Creek Bison Ranch\, 2473 Rolling Green Road\, Spooner\, Wisconsin\, 54801
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SUMMARY:GrassWorks Summer Picnic and Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:GrassWorks is excited to be hosting our 2025 annual picnic and pasture walk at Pape Family Pastures in Peshtigo\, WI. If you’ve been missing the community and inspiration of the GrassWorks conference\, the picnic is a perfect time to reconnect with your grazing network and welcome new farmers into the herd!  \n\n\n\nThe Pape’s will kick off the day with a pasture walk highlighting their custom dairy heifers and pastured broilers. Aaron will be sharing his experience with farm finances and how business management has shaped his grazing operations over time. Grazier Ron Schoepp will cover on-farm conservation practices and how they align with managed grazing. And of course\, there will be plenty of time for catching up with fellow GrassWorks farmers\, members\, and friends! Thanks to our USDA-NRCS GLCI grant for the generous support of the picnic! \n\n\n\nThe cost is $15/person and includes lunch. Kids are welcome and eat free. Pape Family Pastures is located at W5420 Leslie Road\, Peshtigo\, WI 54157. Get your tickets here! \n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n10:30 – 11:00am – Arrival \n\n\n\n11:00am – Pasture Walk highlighting custom dairy grazing and pastured poultry \n\n\n\n12:30 – Picnic Lunch! \n\n\n\n1:15-1:45pm – GrassWorks News and Short Grazing Program led by Ron Schoepp \n\n\n\n2:00-4:00pm – Lawn games\, networking\, and ice cream social \n\n\n\nAddress:\n\n\n\nW5420 Leslie Road\, Peshtigo\, WI 54157 \n\n\n\nQuestions or register by phone with Nicole at engagement@grassworks.org
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grassworks-summer-picnic-2/
LOCATION:Pape Family Pastures\, W5420 Leslie Rd.\, Peshtigo\, Wisconsin\, 54157
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