Hosted by Great River GraziersEvaluating December frost seeding. Appraisal of different watering systems for a 30+ cow/calf and separate meat-sheep flock. Guest resource: Carolyn Idhe, UW & lowa Small Ruminant Outreach SpecialistGreat River Graziers Pasture Walks
Hosted by MarbleseedRegister HereJoin the 2024 Marbleseed Farmers of the Year for a tour of their farm! Learn from their diversified enterprises including organic vegetables, grass-fed beef, pastured pork and poultry as well as conservation practices implemented on the farm. Come at any point during the day to see these different enterprises and learn more […]
Hosted by Southern Driftless GrasslandsRegister HereHabitat needs of wildlife that depend on large, contiguous tracts of open lands - grassland birds and migratory Monarch butterfly in particular – is especially important in the southern Driftless Area in Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, and Minnesota. Agroforestry is an increasingly discussed agricultural practice with many benefits but when inappropriately […]
Hosted by MN Grazing Lands Conservation AssociationRegister HereParticipants will learn the basics of grazing livestock, pasture management, and goal setting for their operation. The GrazeHERS event is geared towards women interested in learning the principles of grazing livestock. This event is made up of women presenters, hosts, and supporters motivated to share their knowledge about […]
Guest Speaker: Ashly Steinke, Grassland Ecologist, Audubon SocietyLearn about the Audubon Conservation Ranching Program, and what you can do to help grassland birds on your farm!Register HereFlyer
Hosted by Golden Sands RC&DRSVP by June 3rd to grazing@goldensandsrcd.orgJoin us at the PaulJ Olson Wildlife Area and Prairie Pastured Beef LLC to learn about several practices the DNR and Carl have implemented on the land including:Wetland Reserve Program (WRP) Audubon Grassland Bird CertificationPublic Land Grazing New Well with Solar PumpThis event is FREE! Snacks […]
Hosted by Great River GraziersParlor lessons from inception to completion; new seeding for stockpile; next steps- grass milk and organic certification, how-to and expectations. Walk followed with light lunch! Guest: Rhonda Gildersleve, retired organic grassmilk farmer.Great River Graziers Pasture Walks
Hosted by Glacierland RC&D1:30-2:30pm6754 County Road W, Greenleaf WILearn how to estimate forage for proper rotational grazing at Brandenburg's farm2:30-3:30pm5886 County Road X, De Pere, WIGuest speaker Derrick Raspor of NRCS will discuss grazing summer annual forages and new seeding on Dobberpuhl's farm.No registration required. Graphic
Hosted by Wisconsin Women in ConservationRegister HerePack your camp chair and join us for a summer’s afternoon in June! All women farmers, landowners and conservationists from Sauk, Columbia, Green Lake and surrounding counties are welcome to attend-- whatever your background, from beginners to experts!Curious about sustainable, organic farming practices? This is the field day for […]
Hosted by Sauk CountyRegister HereLearn from Jim Gerrish, an independent grazing lands consultant at this grazing workshop. Join SSWIG, the Producers of Lake Redstone, Farmers of the Lemonweir Valley, and the Lake Wi Farmer Watershed Council for a day of learning.Location:Morning à UW Platteville Baraboo Sauk County, Giese Lecture Hall (1006 Connie Rd., Baraboo)Afternoon Pasture […]
Register Here$10/personLearn from Jim Gerrish, a grazing expert and consultant to farmers and ranchers across the world. This full day workshop will begin inside with a class at Seno Conservancy, include a catered lunch, and end with hands-on demonstrations on Starry Nights Farm, a rotationally grazed farm in Burlington.
Hosted by the U.S. Dairy Forage Research CenterRSVP HereProducer-Led Field DayImproving Farm Resilience with Pollinator HabitatJoin us for a unique opportunity to learn from other farmers about their experiences managing pollinator-friendly habitats on farm lands. Stay for lunch hosted by Alsum Farms and a Resources Fair featuring representatives from various organizations that aid landowners in […]
Register Here$10/personA morning with Jim Gerrish at the Fredonia Village Center, filled with a variety of rotational grazing topics. After provided lunch, we will move to our local graziers' operation, Tim and Jane Grube. There Jim will join us for a pasture walk across the Grube's brand new grazing system.
Hosted by Marathon County Conservation, Planning, and Zoning and Golden Sands RC&DNo registration required. This event is free with snacks and refreshments provided. Learn to build fence with Randy Cutler. Participants will:Learn about fence materials, tools, and equipmentUnderstand best practices for building fenceGet hands-on learningDiscuss funding availableHave questions? Contact grazing@goldensandsRCD.org or brooke.bembeneck@co.marathon.wi.usFlyer
Hosted by Dodge CountyThis event is free to attend and includes a lunchTo register for this event, call the Dodge County Land and Water Conservation Department at (920) 386-3660 by Monday June 10th.TopicsPlanning Grazing on your FarmDecision MakingManagementGrazing InfrastructureFencesLivestock WaterlinesForage SelectionGrazing LanesAlternative Forage SolutionsInterseeding Cover CropsGrazing cover crops planted after wheatGrazing EconomicsProfitabilityMaking grazing make sense […]
Hosted by GrassWorks, Glacierland RC&D, and Oneida Nation FarmRegister HereHear from livestock managers and Audubon Society on grassland bird habitat within rotational grazing.See the Oneida Nation Black Angus cow/calf herd managed by TJ Swiecichowski and Karla Habeck. We will also be hearing from Ashly Steinke and Tom Prestby from the Audubon Society on how rotational […]
Hosted by RiveredgeRegister HereRiveredge welcomes anyone interested in planting native species for landscaping, wildlife restoration or agriculture at Agroforestry Field Day! This year’s Field Day will focus on the care and maintenance of native crops grown at the Sandhill Lake silvopasture project (hazelnut, elderberry, heritage apples and prairie). As these species are grown in residential, […]
Hosted by GrassWorks G-Team and Savanna InstituteRegister 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 Institute12:30 to 2:30pm - Elderflower Retreat Center (15 min […]
Hosted by River Country RC&D and River Country Grazing NetworkCome tour a collaboratively run grazing operation (alongside vegetable and seed production).These farms collaboratively manage 176 acres with rotationally grazed livestock and have completed EQIP programs as well as working with Polk County Land and Water.Together they were able to improve their livestock operations to enhance […]
Hosted by River Alliance of WisconsinRegister HereFood, music, fun on the farm. We’ve got that planned for a field day on June 23.Come 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 […]
Hosted by Wisconsin Local Food with Abdullah Hussaini of Equity LivestockAre you a cattle, sheet, or goat farmer looking for new markets?This 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.Register […]
Hosted by River Country RC&D and River Country Grazing NetworkThis 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 […]
Hosted by Sand County FoundationRegister HereJeremie 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.Come learn:How managed grazing provides excellent nutrition for productive livestockThe importance of the right grass-legume mixHow to raise prolific […]
Hosted by Marathon County Department of Conservation, Planning & ZoningSolar Watering System & Handling Facilities @ Bella Hof Family FarmJeff 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 […]
Hosted by the Land Stewardship ProjectLearn More HereRegister HereJoin 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 […]
Hosted by Great River GraziersVernon Electric CoopTrevor ClarkRudy MillerSheep grazing under solar electric panels. Guest: Carolyn Idhe, UW & lowa Small Ruminant Outreach Specialist.Great River Graziers Pasture Walks