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SUMMARY:Land\, Loans & Grants: The 3-Day Farm Funding Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Join Mezclada for an engaging workshop with integrated ‘challenges’ to help you put what you’re learning into practice over the course of three days. This workshop is offering in English. The same offering is available in Spanish monthly. Check out the webpage for upcoming dates: https://mezclada.co/land-loans-grants-the-3-day-farm-funding-challenge/ \n\n\n\nDate & Time \n\n\n\n\nApr 1\, 2025 12:00 PM\n\n\n\nApr 2\, 2025 12:00 PM\n\n\n\nApr 3\, 2025 12:00 PM\n\n\n\n\nTime shows in 
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/3-day-farm-funding-challenge/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Heart of WI Grazing Conference
DESCRIPTION:You can expect sessions about bird friend grazing\, getting paid for ecosystem services\, successful sheep grazing\, vet care for grazing animals\, and more! Register by March 13th by filling out this Google Form https://forms.gle/nLngvLDaHTk75RZi9
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/heart-of-wi-grazing-conference/
LOCATION:Lake View Conference Center\, 1000 Lake View Drive\, Wausau\, Wisconsin\, 54403\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sheep Grazing 101 - Breakfast\, Workshop & Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:GrassWorks is proud to support Glacierland RC&D for this sheep grazing workshop! Starting at 8:30 at the Lamartine Town Hall\, this event will include classroom style presentations as well as on farm demonstrations. The schedule will be as follow: \n\n\n\n\n8:30 Breakfast and Check In\n\n\n\n9:00 Grazing Ambassador Presentation by Rachel Bouressa\n\n\n\n9:30 Importance of Grassland Birds by Ashly Steinke\n\n\n\nTravel to Farm\n\n\n\n10:15 On Farm Prsentations\n\nLambing Season and Sheep Genetics – Host Farmer\, Julie Fitzpatrick\n\n\n\nPollinators in the Grazing System – Thelma Heidel-Baker\n\n\n\nGrassland Birds within Grazing – Audubon Society\n\n\n\n\n\n11:30 Wrap-up
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/sheep-grazing-101-breakfast-workshop-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Lamartine Town Hall\, N5269 Schaefer Dr\, Oakfield\, Wisconsin\, 53065\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fencing Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Little Red Farms – DIY Fencing Demo \n\n\n\nGuest speakers: Brad Ketchum\, Gallagher Fence & Cody Brueggen\, Little Red Farms \n\n\n\nHands-on demonstration at Little Red Farms. Electric fencing principles\, grounding techniques\, install H-braces\, string wire\, tension a fence and waterline development for 140 acres of pasture. Learn from DIY experts! \n\n\n\nContact Kirsten Jurcek (920) 342-9504 or kirsten@glacierlandrcd.org with questions
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/fencing-demostration/
LOCATION:Little Red Farms\, 11902 N County Rd KK\, Whitewater\, Wisconsin\, 53190\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T090000
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SUMMARY:Spring New Farmer U
DESCRIPTION:Join Marbleseed for their Spring 2025 New Farmer U in Chippewa Fall for two days of learning and community  building tailored to beginning farmers looking to grow their farm business! Saturday\, April 129:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Join for a full day of farm financials training with two of the most sought-after farm business experts – Paul Dietmann\, Senior Lending Officer at Compeer Financial\, and Andrew Larson\, Farm Program Manager at the Food Finance Institute. This workshop uses a comprehensive agribusiness curriculum\, each attendee will get to take home a brand-new copy of the coveted Fearless Farm Finances book. Breakfast and lunch are provided. During the evening\, participants are invited to join an optional group dinner outing to get to know your new farmer friends! Sunday\, April 139:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Day two of the New Farmer U training includes guest speakers and trainers focused on helping farmers to tell their farm story and improve their marketing tools. Topics such as website development and how to build a thriving food and farm business will be covered. Farmer wellness\, mental health and legal resources will be shared. Tabling by the Wisconsin Farmers Union complete a full weekend of information on how to make your farm business a full success. Breakfast and lunch are provided. At 10:30 a.m. participants will take a mini break to support the farm vendors who host “Sunday Market on the River.” Participants can enjoy fresh coffee\, browse food from the Market on the River sellers\, and shop for locally made gifts at this unique pop-up! Additional information: Registration for this 2-day workshop is $35A travel and lodging stipend is available to help farmers attend this training.This event is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture.Assorted breakfast pastries\, refreshments\, and lunch will be provided.  Registration closes Friday\, April 4.Any additional questions or interpretation requests\, please reach out to Alondra Cano\, at alondra.cano@marbleseed.org.Spring New Farmer U – Chippewa FallsWhen: April 12\, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m & April 13\, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Where: Market on River128 W River St Chippewa Falls\, WI 54729
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/spring-new-farmer-u/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:USDA Meat Product Labeling Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Good Meat Project’s “The Lowdown” with guest Steph Harmon of Label Compliance Solutions and Cindy McCaffterty of McCaffterty Ranch Beef \n\n\n\nProduct labels aren’t just a USDA requirement—they’re an opportunity to showcase your practices\, brand\, and values. But understanding the complex rules and regulations can be both daunting and time consuming. That’s where Steph Harmon\, a USDA-compliant label specialist\, and Cindy McCafferty\, a Montana cattle rancher\, come in. With over eight years of experience working together on product labels\, Steph and Cindy will break down how to navigate claims like grassfed\, all-natural\, regenerative\, and pasture-raised\, as well as how to highlight practices unique to your operation—like Cindy’s sprout-finished beef. They’ll also dive into label design and how to ensure your packaging aligns with your marketing. Tune in to this Lowdown for answers to your USDA labeling questions.When you register\, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a Zoom link for the event and\, as well as a calendar invite.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/usda-meat-product-labeling-webinar/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Fencing Demo for Small Ruminants
DESCRIPTION:Join guest speaker Randy Cutler\, of Cutler Fence\, for a hands-on workshop covering fencing solutions for small ruminants.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/fencing-demo-for-small-ruminants/
LOCATION:Iris Lee & Paul Maggio\, 38601 60th Street\, Burlinton\, Wisconsin\, 53105\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T120000
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SUMMARY:How to get 50% Upfront Cost Share for your EQIP Contract Practices
DESCRIPTION:Meagan Duberstein \, NRCS -EQIP Program Manager\, will lead this virtual event to discuss frequently asked questions around the EQIP program. \n\n\n\nTopics will include:– Who is eligible for advanced payments?– How can you apply?– What are the timelines?– How long does the process take? \n\n\n\nAfter Meagan’s presentation \, a small famers will discuss their experiences with EQIP.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/how-to-get-50-upfront-cost-share-for-your-eqip-contract-practices/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T120000
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SUMMARY:Farm Commons Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Choosing the right health benefit option for your farm employees can be complex and overwhelming. However\, with careful research and effective communication\, offering health benefits can be a win-win for the farm and its employees. Reduce the overwhelm and gain clarity by joining Farm Commons for a free one-hour webinar. Participants will explore three common health benefit options: 1) group health insurance plans\, 2) Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangements (QSEHRA)\, and 3) health benefit stipends\, and have a chance to ask their questions and share their concerns.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-commons-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T130000
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SUMMARY:No-till Drill Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:This event\, hosted by Golden Sands with support from GrassWorks\, will focus on tips for success with no-till drills including: \n\nEstablishing and interseeding pastures\, hayfields\, and native plantings\nSeed mix design and rates\nCalibration and operation of seed drills
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/no-till-drill-demonstration/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T160000
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SUMMARY:Spring Pasture Walk by Glacierland
DESCRIPTION:Join Glacierland for two farm tours and homemade pizza! \n\n\n\nHost Farms: \n\n\n\nTodd VanGroll11622 Zander Rd\, Maribel\, WITodd has a four seasons beef grazing operation. Participants will look at how bale grazing went for him this past year and what he’s doing this spring \n\n\n\nSteven Beachy5119 W County Rd BB\, Denmark\, WIThe Beachy family operates a grazing dairy farm. Participants will look at the milking herd and cover crops they graze.  \n\n\n\nSchedule: \n\n\n\n4:00 pm – Pasture walk at VanGroll Farm \n\n\n\n5:00 pm – Pasture walk at Beachy Farm \n\n\n\n6:00 pm – Homemade pizza dinner at Beachy Farm \n\n\n\nMUST REGISTER BY APRIL 17TH!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/spring-pasture-walk-by-glacierland/
LOCATION:Todd VanGroll\, 11622 Zander Rd\, Maribel\, Wisconsin\, 54227\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T160000
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Organic Transition: Key Decisions - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Transitioning to organic presents both exciting opportunities and unique challenges. This webinar\, Navigating the Organic Transition: Key Decisions for Farmers\, will guide producers through critical considerations for a successful transition process\, including: \n\nUnderstanding and prioritizing equipment purchases \n\nNavigating the selection of certified organic seeds\, fertilizers\, and pest inputs to maintain compliance and maximize yield \n\nImplementing best practices for record keeping and documentation to meet organic certification requirements and improve farm management \n\nJoin Sam Oschwald and Kevin Mahalko for practical strategies and a discussion on how to make informed\, cost-effective decisions during your organic transition. Whether you’re just starting or already in the process\, this session will provide valuable guidance to support your farm’s success. \n\nThis webinar is supported through the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program\, a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service National Organic Program.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/navigating-the-organic-transition-key-decisions-webinar/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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