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SUMMARY:Webinar: Electric Livestock Fencing—from Poultry to Cattle
DESCRIPTION:During this webinar led by the Rodale Institute Farm Innovations team\, they will focus on designing\, installing\, and using a variety of styles of portable and semi portable electric fences. \n\n\n\nThey will begin by looking at maps as a tool for planning your fence outline. Then look at the variety of fences available to suit the needs of your operation. They will cover poultry netting\, 4-5 strand fencing for goats and sheep\, 1-2 strand fencing suitable for larger animals\, perimeter fencing\, subdividing paddocks within your field\, 3-D anti deer fencing\, grounding\, and energizers. They will discuss how to move livestock within fencing and some of the successes and failures they have had  at the Midwest Organic Center. Finally\, they will examine the age-old adage “the best fence is a good pasture.” \n\n\n\nRegister for the webinar at https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-electric-livestock-fencing-from-poultry-to-cattle/
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/webinar-electric-livestock-fencing-from-poultry-to-cattle/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute
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SUMMARY:Grazing & Grassland Bird Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a pasture walk as we feature the work of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources on their Southwest Wisconsin Grasslands and Streams Conservation Area – Davis Unit. \nThis free pasture walk will take participants throughout the property to three different stops: \nStop 1: Learn about the site’s history and bird management objectives. \nStop 2: Learn about grazier techniques. \nStop 3: Learn about various technical assistance and cost-share programs available to graziers. \nNote: This walk will be up to two miles on uneven surfaces. \nRSVP here! \nLocation: Southwest WI Grassland & Stream Conservation Area
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grazing-grassland-bird-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk: Virtual Fence Collars on Jersey Heifers
DESCRIPTION:Virtual collars are brand new at Orthridge this year. Learn with us as we take a look at results from the first few months! \n\n\n\nThe Orth family purchased virtual fencing collars this spring and while they are still learning\, they’d love to share their experience with you! Take an afternoon to learn about moving cattle with fence\, see how our cattle and land have benefited from virtual fencing\, and even a few unexpected obstacles that we’re still figuring out. \n\n\n\nMENTORSHIP PROGRAM AT WORK! Although an experienced dairy farmer\, Derek is new to managed rotational grazing. So Derek joined the GrassWorks Livestock Graziers Mentorship program in the spring of 2025 to learn more about grazing!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/virtual-fence-jersey-heifers/
LOCATION:Orthridge Farms Heifer Pasture\, 11339 Rogers Rd\, Fennimore\, Wisconsin\, 53809\, United States
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SUMMARY:Small Business Workshop Series: Custom Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Curious about rotational grazing and its benefits for land\, animals\, and farm income? Join us for an inspiring talk with Crawford County Custom Grazer and WI Farmers Union member Joseph Childs. Raised on a Ferryville dairy farm\, Joseph has worked with nearly every kind of livestock. Discover how he found the perfect fit for rotational grazing in the Driftless region\, turned his passion into a thriving custom grazing business in 2020\, and returned to his farming roots. Bring your grazing and small farm business questions!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/small-business-workshop-series-custom-grazing/
LOCATION:Prairie du Chien Visitor Center\, 211 S Main St\, Prairie du Chien\, Wisconsin\, 53821\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival showcases the heart of Wisconsin’s rich tradition in sheep production and fiber arts!  Always taking place the weekend after Labor Day\, at the Jefferson County Fair Park\, the festival promises a delightful blend of educational opportunities\, interactive demonstrations\, competitions\, and over 100 vendors offering exquisite products. Join us in celebrating the dedication of our local sheep producers\, the artistry of fiber artisans\, and the vibrant spirit of our community\, as we come together to honor Wisconsin’s heritage and the enduring history of working with all the aspects of this animal. \n\n\n\nMore details here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wisconsin-sheep-wool-festival/
LOCATION:Jefferson County Fair Park\, 503 N. Jackson Ave\, Jefferson\, Wisconsin\, 53549
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence is a yearly event that brings people together to network\, build community\, skill share and celebrate life. \n\n\n\nThe 2025 Convergence will be located in Rhinelander\, Wisconsin at Holiday Acres Resort. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHoliday Acres Resort4060 Shore Drive\,Rhinelander\, WI 54501\n\n\n\nSeptember 5th – 7th \n\n\n\nEmail\n\n\n\nGeneral Inquirieswipermconvergence@gmail.com \n\n\n\nPartnershipswipermconvergence@gmail.com \n\n\n\n\nDetails and more HERE!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wisconsin-permaculture-convergence/
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SUMMARY:Wiscovery Solar Grazing Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique tour showcasing how sheep are transforming land management through solar grazing! \n\n\n\n Learn how the flock helps maintain solar sites like MGE’s Strix Solar project. \n\n\n\n Learn about GPS collar technology from Nofence.  \n\n\n\n See agrivoltaics in action as sheep graze under and around the solar panels. \n\n\n\nTour Information \n\n\n\nThis tour is a collaboration with MGE\, Wiscovery Grazing\, OneEnergy Renewables\, the Wisconsin Farmers Union\, GrassWorks\, Farm-to-Power\, and UW-Madison Extension’s RESET program. Thank you for the generous support provided by the Fund for Lake Michigan and NRCS’s Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative (GLCI). \n\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, September 7\, 2-4 pm \n\n\n\nWhere: Fitchburg\, WIPlease RSVP here for the exact address and any day-of weather updates.  \n\n\n\nDress code: We will be on an active project site\, closed toed shoes are required. Please dress to be outside\, including long sleeved clothing. \n\n\n\nRain plan: If it is raining\, the tour will take place. If there is lightning it will be cancelled.  \n\n\n\nVideography: This event will be videotaped for educational purposes. By attending\, you consent to being filmed. \n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to see you there and explore the future of renewable energy together!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wiscovery-solar-grazing-tour/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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