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SUMMARY:Agroforestry and Silvopasture Training for Agency and Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by GrassWorks G-Team and Savanna Institute \nRegister HERE!10 am to 12 pm – Tour of North Farm – Savanna Institute Demo FarmE6856 WI-60 Trunk\, Spring Green\, WI 53588Agroforestry and Silvopasture training for agency and professionals.Tour to be led by Meg & Erik & Lucas of Savanna Institute \n12:30 to 2:30pm – Elderflower Retreat Center (15 min drive)6511 Hillside School Rd\, Spring Green\, WI 53588Lunch – delicious lunch catered by Savanna Institute – $18/lunch ticketDiscuss North Farm set up and if that system could work for our clientsTour Silvopasture by removal on siteDiscuss NRCS contracting questions for silvopasture \nLunch catered by Wander Provisions and sourced from local and grass-based farmers!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/agroforestry-and-silvopasture-training-for-agency-and-professionals/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Whetstone Farm and Cultivating the Commons
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by River Country RC&D and River Country Grazing Network \nCome tour a collaboratively run grazing operation (alongside vegetable and seed production). \nThese farms collaboratively manage 176 acres with rotationally grazed livestock and have completed EQIP programs as well as working with Polk County Land and Water. \nTogether they were able to improve their livestock operations to enhance water quality and wildlife habitat. Whetstone Farm manages a flock of crossbred sheep (200+ head) and a small herd of Galloway cattle (18 head). \n \nThere will be a soil health discussion led by UW-Madison Extension crops specialist on challenges of converting cropland to perennial forage production. \nThis educational event will include multi-enterprises\, grazing planning\, direct marketing\, multi-species grazing\, winter bale grazing\, CSA and vegetable seed production\, and a soil health discussion. Sponsored by Northwest Graziers\, River Country RCD and UW-Madison Extension. \nFlyer
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/whetstone-farm-and-cultivating-the-commons/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Field Day: Bouressa Farm Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by River Alliance of Wisconsin \nRegister Here \nFood\, music\, fun on the farm. We’ve got that planned for a field day on June 23. \nCome to the Bouressa Family Farm to learn about how regenerative agriculture can protect water. This is a family-friendly\, fun\, and educational event to learn about regenerative agriculture and how to get involved in supporting a sustainable farm future. \nTickets for adults are $20 (or pay what you can) and kids are free. Food is included in the ticket price\, along with a bluegrass show\, farm tour\, hay rides\, raffles\, screen printing and more. \nBONUS – Those who register are entered to win a Happy Camper prize pack from Fontana Sports or a freezer box from Sitka Seafood Market. \nThe River Alliance crew hopes you can come and see regenerative agriculture in action. Kids are welcome and may leave inspired by seeing earth-friendly farming up close.  \nQuestions? Contact Mike Tiboris at mtiboris@wisconsinrivers.org \nWant to volunteer? We could use helpers with set up\, clean up\, and even direct folks from the parking area. If you want to help with the event\, contact Mike at mtiboris@wisconsinrivers.org.  \nThis event is brought to you by River Alliance of Wisconsin and Bouressa Family Farm. Groups that will share information about regenerative farming include Savanna Institute\, GrassWorks 2.0\, the Sand County Foundation and the National Resources Conservation Service.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/field-day-bouressa-farm-gathering/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240625T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240625T173000
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk with Christopher Baird: Farm Financial Overview
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Great River Graziers \nFarm financial overview of a 50 cow Jersey dairy. \nGreat River Graziers Pasture Walks
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-with-christopher-baird-farm-financial-overview/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Meeting Market Opportunities and Farm to Food Access Needs: Marketing Cattle\, Sheep and Goat
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Wisconsin Local Food with Abdullah Hussaini of Equity Livestock \nAre you a cattle\, sheet\, or goat farmer looking for new markets? \nThis WILFPA Program webinar will share on strategies to keep WI meat producers competitive while increasing wholesale capacity in a changing landscape\, by engaging both ethnic and commercial livestock markets to feed Wisconsin communities. \nRegister at: \nwilocalfood.org/events/meat-marketing
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/meeting-market-opportunities-and-farm-to-food-access-needs-marketing-cattle-sheep-and-goat/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Field Day: Starting a Commercial Sheep Farm from Scratch
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Sand County Foundation \nRegister Here \nJeremie Favre and Ellen Geisler began a commercial meat sheep ranch centered around managed grazing in 2022. They are eager to share their experiences with others interested in making a similar transition. \nCome learn: \n\nHow managed grazing provides excellent nutrition for productive livestock\nThe importance of the right grass-legume mix\nHow to raise prolific sheep that lamb every 8 months\n\nA rainfall simulator will also demonstrate how different field management practices impact soil erosion and water infiltration. \nThis event is free. \nPOTLUCK LUNCH – Please bring a dish to pass. Refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/field-day-starting-a-commercial-sheep-farm-from-scratch/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240627T013000
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SUMMARY:Wagner Family Farm
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by River Country RC&D and River Country Grazing Network \nThis educational event will include organic dairy\, soil health\, composting\, direct marketing\, establishing an on the farm store\, silvo-pasture and exploration of farm tourism. Sponsored by River Country RCD/Grazing Network\, Eau Claire County American Recovery Plan Act and the USDA-NRCS\, under number NR195F48XXXXC008. USDA and Eau Claire County are equal opportunity providers and employers.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wagner-family-farm/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240628T010000
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk: Solar Watering System & Handling Facilities
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Marathon County Department of Conservation\, Planning & Zoning \nSolar Watering System & Handling Facilities @ Bella Hof Family Farm \nJeff and Michaela Levich of Bella Hof Family Farm are hosting a pasture walk Thursday\, June 27th from 6PM to 8PM. This pasture walk will be hosted at their satellite farm where they rotationally graze their heifers and steers. This is a remote location\, so the cool thing about this site is that they installed solar panels to supply power to their water pump and fence energizer. We will also discuss how they handle cattle at this remote acreage along with pasture fertility on sandier soils\, along with any thing else that comes up! Bring your questions. 🙂  \nThe land they graze is located around this address: 173304 Church Rd\, Aniwa\, WI\, 54408. Please do not park in this driveway as it is not owned by the Levich’s. We will park along Church Road. Watch for the Pasture Walk Signs to guide you!  \nJeff & Michaela Levich have white park beef cattle on sandy soils w/ solar watering system
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-solar-watering-system-handling-facilities/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Driftless Grazing School
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Land Stewardship Project \nLearn More Here \nRegister Here \nJoin the Land Stewardship Project for a two-day Grazing School in the rolling Driftless Region of southeastern Minnesota. This in-depth grazing school will be led by Jordan and Rachelle Meyer\, plus a cohort of regional grazing leaders. Any grazier wanting to take their grazing skills to the next level should attend. Both beginning and seasoned farmers alike will benefit from the comprehensive\, in-field experience that will be provided. Come prepared to network and ask questions. This event is limited to 70 people to allow for the best student-to-instructor ratio. \nTopics will include:\n\nSoil health & biology\nUnderstanding your context\nPasture establishment\nObservation & soil skills\nMulti-species grazing\nFencing for multiple species\nWatering systems\nManaging for diversity in changing conditions\nSmall-scale farming economics\nTechnical assistance pointers (i.e. NRCS programs like EQIP)\n\nSpeakers:\n\nJordan & Rachelle Meyer — Own and operate Wholesome Family Farms\, a diversified\, regenerative grazing farm where they raise dairy cows\, goats\, sheep\, grass-fed beef\, raw milk\, and more. They prioritize profitability while fostering a love for farming\, and are committed to leaving the land better than they found it. The Meyers are constantly innovating and trying new techniques.\nClifford Johnson — Clifford farms 2\,000 organic acres and grazes 270 animal units near Paynesville\, Minn.\, with his wife\, Heidi\, and daughter\, Sherlyn\, plus his parents and brother.\nJeff Duchene — State grazing specialist for the Minnesota Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Jeff has worked with NRCS for over 15 years as a grazing specialist. During that time\, he has worked with producers across the state on planning to improve grazing management.\nNikki Meyer — Nikki is growing her farm to be financially and intentionally simple while also being eco-friendly and a profitable business. Nikki and Cody\, along with their family\, run a small\, conventional farm where they raise beef\, corn\, soybeans\, and forages.\nZach Knutson — Zach Knutson has a master’s degree in agricultural and applied economics from Virginia Tech. He operates a diversified farm near Zumbrota\, Minn.\, with his fiancé\, Brooke\, where they focus on combining grazing livestock with perennials.\n\nRegistration\nRegistration is required; RSVP by Wednesday\, June 26. No walk-ups will be available. Limited to 70 spots. One person per registration form. Register using the form below. No fee. Upon registering\, check confirmation e-mail for nearby lodging recommendations. We are accepting free-will contributions to help cover costs of food\, speakers\, and childcare. To donate\, click here. \nMore Information\nFor more information\, questions\, or to change your registration status\, contact LSP’s Alex Romano at aromano@landstewardshipproject.org; 641-220-6000.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/driftless-grazing-school/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk: Sheep Grazing Under Solar Panels
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Great River Graziers \nVernon Electric CoopTrevor ClarkRudy Miller \nSheep grazing under solar electric panels. Guest: Carolyn Idhe\, UW & lowa Small Ruminant Outreach Specialist. \nGreat River Graziers Pasture Walks
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-sheep-grazing-under-solar-panels/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Bale Grazing Followup – Summer Pasture Walk & BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Farmer-Led Watershed Councils of the St. Croix and Red Cedar Rivers \nLearn More Here \nFarmers Kevin Conard and Laura Domagala placed bales across their pastures last year for the first time to try bale grazing. They worked with UW Extension staff to monitor forage quality as well as soil health this spring and summer. \nMeet them in July when they’ll be sharing how the experience worked for them. UW-Madison Extension researcher\, Francois Anglade\, and Grazing Outreach Specialist\, Jason Cavadini\, will also talk about the study and herd management as we walk through the pastures and share dinner.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/bale-grazing-followup-summer-pasture-walk-bbq/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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