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SUMMARY:Cattle and Sheepdog Training Clinic
DESCRIPTION:23rd Annual Cattle and Sheep Dog Training Clinic with instructor Jack Knox \n\n\n\nOpen to stock dog owners\, stock owners\, and dogs of all training levels. Spectators and auditors Welcome! \n\n\n\nJack Knox is a two time National Sheepdog Champion\, 2012 Reserve National Champion\, and a Hall of Fame ABCA breeder. Originally from Scotland\, Jack currently lives in Missouri with his wife and daughter where they operate an extensive stock dog and sheep farm. Jack’s training philosophy allows dogs to “think” by “Making the right easy\, and the wrong difficult.” His method allows dogs to progress quickly. Handlers will benefit not only from participation with their own dog\, but from watching and listening to how Jack applies his method to a variety of dogs at a variety of levels on a variety of stock. \n\n\n\nThis clinic is limited to 14 working dogs and each dog will work twice each day. Available openings are filled upon receipt of a completed registration form along with full payment on a first received basis. Checks will be cashed on January 20\, 2025. The cost of this 2-day clinic is $285 for WWSDA members\, $320 for non-members. There is unlimited spectator & auditor space at $40 per person for one day\, $60 for two days\, and does not require advance registration. \n\n\n\nClick Here for to print the PDF to register for the event
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/cattle-and-sheepdog-training-clinic/
LOCATION:JB Ranch\, W6856 Christie Ct\, Fort Atkinson\, Wisconsin\, 53538\, United States
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SUMMARY:Central WI Graziers Winter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and gather with us this winter to connect with fellow graziers\, enjoy a warm meal\, and hear from Serge Koenig\, Conservation Technician of the Sauk County Land Conservation Department. This is also the Kick-off for Managing Your Green\, our upcoming Farm Finance Series for graziers.  \n\n\n\nQuestions? Call Brooke at 715-343-6215\, Ext 709 or email grazing@goldensandsrcd.org.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/central-wi-graziers-winter-meeting/
LOCATION:Golden Sands RC&D Office\, 1100 Main St\, Suite 140\, Stevens Point\, Wisconsin\, 54481
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SUMMARY:Developing a Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Managing Your Green – A Farm Finance Series for Graziers \n\n\n\nSession #2: Developing a business plan. \n\n\n\nJoin us Wednesday 2/19 in-person or virtually (Zoom details linked below) at 3PM to hear Eric Kundinger\, VP & Commercial Banking Officer at Prevail Bank\, share information on developing a business plan for your operation. \n\n\n\nEric Kundinger is a lover of all things business\, he has been in banking for over 12 years working with customers across various industries and of all size\, in addition Eric grew up in family small businesses and is an entrepreneur himself running various businesses which offers a unique perspective when speaking with any prospective or current entrepreneurs. \n\n\n\nRefreshments provided. RSVP encouraged\, but not required. This is session #2 of our winter series Managing Your Green: A Farm Finance Series for Graziers.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/developing-a-business-plan/
LOCATION:Golden Sands RC&D Office\, 1100 Main St\, Suite 140\, Stevens Point\, Wisconsin\, 54481
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SUMMARY:Producer-Led Watershed Protection Grant Program Annual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is hosted February 25\, 2025 at the Food+Farm Exploration Center in Plover\, WI. It provides a fantastic opportunity to learn about how other groups are using farmer-led strategies to improve water quality and soil health in their watersheds. All group members are invited to attend\, but at least one farmer and one collaborator from each group who received funding in 2024 must attend. \n\n\n\nRegistration opens at 8am. Program starts at 8:45am. End time estimated.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/producer-led-watershed-protection-grant-program-annual-workshop/
LOCATION:Food + Farm Exploration Center\, 3400 Innovation Dr\, Plover\, Wisconsin\, 54467\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pasture Based Enterprise Calculator
DESCRIPTION:Managing Your Green – A Farm Finance Series for Graziers \n\n\n\nSession #3: Pasture based enterprise calculator \n\n\n\nJoin us in person or virtually (Zoom link below) on Wednesday at 5PM to hear from Jim Munsch and John Hendrickson\, creators of the Pasture Based Enterprise Calculator\, share how to utilize decision support tools in exploring enterprise scenarios for your grazing operation. \n\n\n\nJohn Hendrickson is a farm viability specialist at the Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems\, UW-Madison. His work focuses on farm management and profitability\, with an emphasis on specialty crops. He conducts farm financial benchmarking research\, develops tools to help farmers measure enterprise profitability and better manage their farm businesses\, and explores the economic and quality of life aspects of running a small farm. In the past\, John operated his own certified organic vegetable farm. \n\n\n\nJim Munsch is a long-time Wisconsin grass fed beef farmer and small business management consultant.  Jim has been a contributor to the University of Wisconsin in supporting tools and education to help livestock and vegetable farms improve profitability. \n\n\n\nRefreshments provided. RSVP encouraged but not required. This is session #3 of our winter series Managing Your Green: A Farm Finance Series for Graziers.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-based-enterprise-calculator/
LOCATION:Golden Sands RC&D Office\, 1100 Main St\, Suite 140\, Stevens Point\, Wisconsin\, 54481
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SUMMARY:A Talk with Joel Salatin
DESCRIPTION:Joel Salatin\, a pioneer in regenerative agriculture\, has revolutionized farming with his innovative and sustainable practices. His engaging talks inspire audiences to rethink conventional farming and embrace methods that generate a profit while restoring the land farmers rely on. Don’t miss the chance to learn how to create a healthier\, sustainable\, and more profitable future! \n\n\n\nLearn more about Joel by visiting www.thelunaticfarmer.com \n\n\n\nRegistration Required. Please RSVP here! \n\n\n\nLocated at the Kenosha County Center at 19600 75th St in Bristol \n\n\n\nCost: $40 / includes a meal \n\n\n\nPlease contact Kristine@rootpikewin.org or call 262-883-4018 with questions
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/a-talk-with-joel-salatin/
LOCATION:Kenosha County Center\, 19600 75th St\, Brisol\, Wisconsin\, 53104\, United States
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