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SUMMARY:Farm Transition Course
DESCRIPTION:This winter\, the Land Stewardship Project will be hosting their 2026 Farm Transition Planning Course\, starting on January 27 and running through March 10.  The deadline to register is January 9. This holistic course is offered online\, and is scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Each week\, attendees will be guided through the planning process by resource professionals\, experienced landowners\, and LSP staff\, with time allocated for your direct questions. \n\n\n\nThe Farm Transition Planning Course can play a key role in developing your farm’s future. Whether you need to plan for the next generation of farmers on your land or simply begin the conversation about the next steps with your family\, this course will help guide you through the process. \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline for the 2026 course is Friday\, January 9\, with the first day of the course on Tuesday\, January 27. LSP only offers this course once per year and class size is limited\, so sign-up now! \n\n\n\n2026 Farm Transition Planning Course \n\n\n\nWHEN: Tuesdays from January 27 to March 10TIME:  5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. WHERE: OnlineWHAT: The focus will be on values and vision\, financial and legal considerations\, options for farm transitions\, resources to guide the planning process\, and communication tools. COST: $250 per farm family
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-transition-course/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Illinois
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SUMMARY:Winter Soil Health Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sheep markets remain strong across the Upper Midwest\, making sheep an attractive diversification option that fits well into grazing systems and supports soil health. \n\n\n\nAt the Soil Health Winter Workshop\, hear regional sheep market insights from Cody Heimke and Abdullah Hussaini\, plus practical grazing and finishing tips from Dr. Greg Brickner. These field-tested perspectives will help farmers assess both the economics and management realities of adding sheep. Attendees will leave with actionable information on soil health\, grazing management\, and sheep market opportunities.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/winter-soil-health-workshop/
LOCATION:UW-WHITEWATER COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CENTER
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T143000
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SUMMARY:Farmer Appreciation Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Farmer Appreciation Lunch\n\n\n\nThu\, Feb 05 | \n\n\n\nChapparal Restaurant \n\n\n\nJoin us in celebrating the dedication\, resilience\, and vital contributions of local farmers who nourish our families and sustain our rural communities. Enjoy free lunch and get some swag and farm safety equipment. Guest Speaker: Morgan McArthur\, DVM\, UW Extension shares light-hearted tales. \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION DEADLINE JAN. 29TH
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farmer-appreciation-lunch/
LOCATION:Chapparal Restaurant\, 316 Dreamland Dr\, Wonewoc\, Wisconsin\, 53968\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T133000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T225145Z
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SUMMARY:Focus on Forage Management
DESCRIPTION:Focus on Forage is a FREE\, 4-part webinar series highlighting research-based information and farmer strategies to optimize forage yield\, quality\, and profitability in Wisconsin. Webinar speakers include forage industry experts\, UW–Madison specialists\, and extension educators. Certified Crop Advisor CEUs and ARPAS credits are available for each webinar. \n\n\n\nDr. Marta Kohmann\, Dr. Natasha Rayne\, and Dr. Luiz Ferraretto will present in the first Focus on Forage webinar of 2026\, Feb. 5 at 12:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nThe forage management webinar will explore winterkill in alfalfa\, nutrient management considerations for forage production\, and feeding considerations without brown mid-rib (BMR) corn.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/focus-on-forage-management/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T045940
CREATED:20260203T213335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T213338Z
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SUMMARY:NWBPA Beef Brisket Buffet Lunch
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the Northern WI Beef Producers Beef Brisket Buffet Lunch and presentation on Saturday\, February 7\, 2026\, at the Ridgeland Community Center. \n\n\n\nWe will be discussing “No Fence” virtual fencing\, featuring guest speakers Brady Zuck from the Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association and Bryce Kragness from Equity Coop. \n\n\n\nVirtual fencing uses GPS collars to guide cattle with audio cues and pulses\, allowing you to manage rotational grazing and utilize hard-to-fence acres directly from your phone without physical fencing. \n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\n– Date: Saturday\, February 7\, 2026 \n\n\n\n– Location: Ridgeland Community Center\, 200 Diamond St\, Ridgeland\, WI \n\n\n\n– Registration: 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM \n\n\n\nFor more information or to RSVP\, please call or text Kate at (715) 642-0804.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/nwbpa-beef-brisket-buffet-lunch/
LOCATION:Ridgeland Area Community Center\, 200 Diamond St\, Ridgeland\, Wisconsin\, 54763
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T200000
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SUMMARY:Farm Transition Course
DESCRIPTION:This winter\, the Land Stewardship Project will be hosting their 2026 Farm Transition Planning Course\, starting on January 27 and running through March 10.  The deadline to register is January 9. This holistic course is offered online\, and is scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Each week\, attendees will be guided through the planning process by resource professionals\, experienced landowners\, and LSP staff\, with time allocated for your direct questions. \n\n\n\nThe Farm Transition Planning Course can play a key role in developing your farm’s future. Whether you need to plan for the next generation of farmers on your land or simply begin the conversation about the next steps with your family\, this course will help guide you through the process. \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline for the 2026 course is Friday\, January 9\, with the first day of the course on Tuesday\, January 27. LSP only offers this course once per year and class size is limited\, so sign-up now! \n\n\n\n2026 Farm Transition Planning Course \n\n\n\nWHEN: Tuesdays from January 27 to March 10TIME:  5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. WHERE: OnlineWHAT: The focus will be on values and vision\, financial and legal considerations\, options for farm transitions\, resources to guide the planning process\, and communication tools. COST: $250 per farm family
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-transition-course/2026-02-10/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T093000
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CREATED:20251217T193550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T193552Z
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SUMMARY:Save a Calf\, Save a Cow – Dairy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The University of Wisconsin Division of Extension is offering an in-person Save A Calf\, Save A Cow – Dairy Workshop for dairy producers and dairy workers which is presented in English with English and Spanish slides and interpretation available by request. \n\n\n\nThis workshop provides information and techniques to boost your confidence in preparing the cow for calving\, obstetric techniques and newborn calf care. From transition cow diets and body condition to recognizing key signs of labor and handling difficult deliveries with precision\, this program equips you with practical strategies to support both cow and calf health. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re seasoned or new to livestock care\, you’ll gain hands-on expertise to approach calving with assurance\, improve outcomes\, and enhance the well-being of your herd. \n\n\n\nFor more information and the registration link\, click here
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/save-a-calf-save-a-cow-dairy-workshop/
LOCATION:Education Center\, 624 E. College St.\, Medford\, Wisconsin\, 54451
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CREATED:20260205T145428Z
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SUMMARY:Dane Demo Farms Winter Event: Soil Health Starts Here
DESCRIPTION:Join Dane Demo Farms for farmer-led results\, practical ideas\, and to boost your bottom line. \n\n\n\nYou’re invited: Farmer-to-Farmer Showcase \n\n\n\n\nHear directly from Dane Demo Farm growers who tested practices on their own fields\n\n\n\nSee real data from 2024 and 2025 cropping seasons\n\n\n\nLearn what’s working (and what’s not) to improve soil health\, yield\, and profitability\n\n\n\n\nGuest Speaker: Tom Cotter\, Minnesota Farmer & 2025 Leopold Award Recipient \n\n\n\nEvent Highlights: \n\n\n\n10:30 – Farmer Results \n\n\n\n\nHear from the farmers doing the research on their farms – Tom Ripp\, Karl Sime\, Tyler Duerst\, Jeff Endres\, and Tim Prosser\n\n\n\nGet insights from Francisco Arriaga (UW) and the graduate student working on the project\, Connor Schoelzel\n\n\n\n\n12:00 – Lunch \n\n\n\n12:45 – Beneficial Insects \n\n\n\n\nDane Elmquist (UW) shared new finding from demo farms research on beneficial insects and how to make it work on your farm\n\n\n\n\n1:30 – Guest Speaker \n\n\n\n\nTom Cotter\, Minnesota farmer and 2025 Leopold Award Recipient shares his journey in soil health and will challenge you to think differently about your soil.\n\n\n\n\n#danedemofarms \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nUW-Arlington Agricultural Research Station\, Public Events Building \n\n\n\nN633 Hopkins Rd\, Arlington \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nKim Meyer\, 608-445-1474\, meyer.kim@danecounty.gov
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/dane-demo-farms-winter-event-soil-health-starts-here/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T133000
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CREATED:20260129T225330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T225333Z
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SUMMARY:Focus on Forage Research
DESCRIPTION:Focus on Forage is a FREE\, 4-part webinar series highlighting research-based information and farmer strategies to optimize forage yield\, quality\, and profitability in Wisconsin. Webinar speakers include forage industry experts\, UW–Madison specialists\, and extension educators. Certified Crop Advisor CEUs and ARPAS credits are available for each webinar. \n\n\n\nPhil Goldblatt\, Mike Bertram\, and Liz Gartman present during the second 2026 Focus on Forage webinar\, Feb. 12 at 12:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nThe forage research webinar will discuss forage research tools and ongoing trials in Wisconsin.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/focus-on-forage-research/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T200000
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CREATED:20251119T171048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T171050Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Transition Course
DESCRIPTION:This winter\, the Land Stewardship Project will be hosting their 2026 Farm Transition Planning Course\, starting on January 27 and running through March 10.  The deadline to register is January 9. This holistic course is offered online\, and is scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Each week\, attendees will be guided through the planning process by resource professionals\, experienced landowners\, and LSP staff\, with time allocated for your direct questions. \n\n\n\nThe Farm Transition Planning Course can play a key role in developing your farm’s future. Whether you need to plan for the next generation of farmers on your land or simply begin the conversation about the next steps with your family\, this course will help guide you through the process. \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline for the 2026 course is Friday\, January 9\, with the first day of the course on Tuesday\, January 27. LSP only offers this course once per year and class size is limited\, so sign-up now! \n\n\n\n2026 Farm Transition Planning Course \n\n\n\nWHEN: Tuesdays from January 27 to March 10TIME:  5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. WHERE: OnlineWHAT: The focus will be on values and vision\, financial and legal considerations\, options for farm transitions\, resources to guide the planning process\, and communication tools. COST: $250 per farm family
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-transition-course/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T045940
CREATED:20260129T225425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T225427Z
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SUMMARY:Focus on Managed Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Focus on Forage is a FREE\, 4-part webinar series highlighting research-based information and farmer strategies to optimize forage yield\, quality\, and profitability in Wisconsin. Webinar speakers include forage industry experts\, UW–Madison specialists\, and extension educators. Certified Crop Advisor CEUs and ARPAS credits are available for each webinar. \n\n\n\nJason Cavadini\, Laura Paine\, and Dr. David Jaramillo present during the third 2026 Focus on Forage webinar\, Feb. 19 at 12:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nThe managed grazing webinar will explore pasture species selection and identification and the economics of pasture-raised heifers.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/focus-on-managed-grazing/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T045940
CREATED:20260112T172517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T172520Z
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SUMMARY:WI Grass-Fed Beef Co-op Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Agenda:  \n\n\n\n1-1:30pm:           Annual Meeting Registration \n\n\n\n1:30pm:              Call to Order\, Brett Danke\, President \n\n\n\n1:45pm:              Business Summary\, Rod Ofte\, General Manager \n\n\n\n2:00pm:              Guest Speaker\, Darren Jahnke\, Extending the Grazing Season \n\n\n\n2:45pm:              2025 Business to Consumer Results & Trends\, Josh Miner \n\n\n\n3:15pm:              Board Member Introductions \n\n\n\n3:30pm:              Break & Networking \n\n\n\n3:45pm:              Board Member Nominations and Vote \n\n\n\n4:00pm:              Social Media and Marketing Results & Trends\, Angie Lindloff \n\n\n\n4:15pm:              Producer Panel \n\n\n\n4:45pm:              Q & A \n\n\n\n5:00pm:              WGBC Protein Buffet Supper & Drinks (Complementary) 
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wi-grass-fed-beef-co-op-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:The Wisconsin Hotel\, 60 Gasser Rd\, Lake Delton\, Wisconsin\, 53940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T174820Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Transitions: Holding Ground\, Letting Go
DESCRIPTION:A guided approach to farm transition and legacy. \n\n\n\n\n\nHolding Ground\, Letting Go offers farmland owners a supportive space to talk through one of the hardest parts of farming: deciding what comes next for the land you care so deeply about.This workshop uses guided conversation to help you reflect on your connection to the land\, clarify what matters most to you\, and explore realistic options for transition at your own pace.  \n\n\n\nYou’ll be met where you are—whether you feel ready\, unsure\, or conflicted—and supported in thinking through small\, practical next steps that align with your values\, your family or operation\, and your hopes for the future of the land. Your farm transition planning journey will begin with two in-person workshops—February 24 and March 31—followed by ongoing individualized support from trained farm transition coordinators.  \n\n\n\nFree to participate. Register here
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-transitions-holding-ground-letting-go/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Green Lake American Legion\, American Legion Post 306\, 518 Water St\, Green Lake\, Wisconsin\, 54941
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SUMMARY:Farm Transition Course
DESCRIPTION:This winter\, the Land Stewardship Project will be hosting their 2026 Farm Transition Planning Course\, starting on January 27 and running through March 10.  The deadline to register is January 9. This holistic course is offered online\, and is scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Each week\, attendees will be guided through the planning process by resource professionals\, experienced landowners\, and LSP staff\, with time allocated for your direct questions. \n\n\n\nThe Farm Transition Planning Course can play a key role in developing your farm’s future. Whether you need to plan for the next generation of farmers on your land or simply begin the conversation about the next steps with your family\, this course will help guide you through the process. \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline for the 2026 course is Friday\, January 9\, with the first day of the course on Tuesday\, January 27. LSP only offers this course once per year and class size is limited\, so sign-up now! \n\n\n\n2026 Farm Transition Planning Course \n\n\n\nWHEN: Tuesdays from January 27 to March 10TIME:  5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. WHERE: OnlineWHAT: The focus will be on values and vision\, financial and legal considerations\, options for farm transitions\, resources to guide the planning process\, and communication tools. COST: $250 per farm family
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-transition-course/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T045941
CREATED:20260213T211407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T211411Z
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SUMMARY:Beef Direct Marketing Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Workshops for Wisconsin farmers who are direct marketing beef\, or considering it\, will be held in four regional locations in the coming months. The workshops are offered by the Wisconsin Beef Council and are being held in conjunction with the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors\, UW-Madison Division of Extension\, and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture. This will be an opportunity to network with fellow beef producers who are direct marketing\, as well as the processors who play a key role in getting beef to consumers. \n\n\n\nThe workshops will begin with a classroom session and then move to a local processor for a carcass cutting demonstration. The dates and locations are as follows:   \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 25 – Plum City.  Morning session – American Legion\, 132 Pine Ave E\, Plum City. Afternoon session – JM Watkins\, W2431 US-10\, Maiden Rock  \n\n\n\nMarch 6 – Viroqua.  Morning session – Sheriff’s Office Training Room\, 1320 Bad Axe Court\, Viroqua\, WI 54667.  Afternoon session – Nordik Meats\, E7342 Three Chimney Rd\, Viroqua.  \n\n\n\nMarch 11 – Kaukauna.  Morning session – Grand Stay Hotel\, 1541 Arbor Way\, Kaukauna\, WI 54130.  Afternoon session – Haen Meats\, 600 County Hwy KK\, Kaukauna.  \n\n\n\nMarch 17 – Clinton.  Morning session – Boxcars\, 108 Allen Street\, Clinton. Afternoon session – Country Pride Meats\, 109 Church St\, Clinton\, WI 53525.      \n\n\n\n\nCheck-in of pre-registered attendees will begin at 9:15 am\, and the program will start promptly at 9:45. Lunch will be offered at noon. Following lunch\, attendees will travel to the processing plants for the cutting demonstration. The program will adjourn by 2:30 pm. There is a $25 registration fee\, and space will be limited at each location to 30 participants.    \n\n\n\nTopics to be covered during the workshops include:      \n\n\n\nCarcass fabrication – watch a meat processor breakdown a half carcass\, seeing how you get from primals to consumer-friendly cuts.   \n\n\n\nEasy to Use Marketing Tools – Kaitlyn Kesler with the Wisconsin Beef Council will share tips on free resources that can be used to create flyers\, social media posts and other resources to help market your beef online\, along with showcasing the recipes\, cut charts and other resources available through the Beef Checkoff.     \n\n\n\nLicensing & Labeling Requirements – Whether your farm is looking to direct market quarters or halves or is ready to transition to retail sales of individual cuts of beef\, this segment will bring you up to speed on the requirements for licensing and labeling. Speakers: Wisconsin Department of Agriculture\, Trade & Consumer Protection\, Bureau of Meat and Poultry Businesses Staff   \n\n\n\nMeating Consumer Expectations – UW-Madison Extension will discuss quality and yield grades\, dressing percentage\, understanding when cattle are finished\, and considerations for animal size to match marketing plans. All these factors can affect consumer experience\, expectations\, and satisfaction.      \n\n\n\nFarmer-Processor-Customer Relations – a local meat processor will share tips on how to best communicate with those involved in the transaction\, how to educate the consumer around pricing and cuts of beef\, labeling and packaging options\, and building the processor-farmer relationship.    \n\n\n\nBull session – Bill Halfman\, UW-Extension\, will facilitate a group discussion covering topics like online sales\, insurance\, and collecting payments.     \n\n\n\nDirect Marketing Workshop
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/beef-direct-marketing-workshops/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T170000
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SUMMARY:Marbleseed's 37th Organic Farming Conference
DESCRIPTION:We’re heading back to La Crosse this February — and we can’t wait! \n\n\n\nMarbleseed’s 37th Organic Farming ConferenceAbundance Grows in Solidarity February 26–28\, 2026 La Crosse Center\, La Crosse\, Wisconsin \n\n\n\nJoin us for three days of farmer-to-farmer learning\, connection\, and community-building at Marbleseed’s beloved organic farming conference. Our team is hard at work curating an inspiring lineup of workshops\, expert panels\, and hands-on sessions — plus plenty of space to connect with friends\, make new ones\, and enjoy some much-needed winter cheer. \n\n\n\nEarly-bird registration will open in early December. While you wait… \n\n\n\n\nSubmit your content proposal – Deadline to submit is Friday\, August 29. Fill out the Content Proposal Form for fully formed workshop ideas\, or use the Content Suggestion Form to let us know what topics you’d like to see.\n\n\n\nJoin the sponsor/exhibitor waitlist – Returning sponsors and exhibitors will be invited to sign up for the 2026 conference in early September. New sponsors and exhibitors are asked to join the waitlist – spots will open in early October if available. Learn more about the impact you can make and join the waitlist today.\n\n\n\nKeep checking back for updates – We’ll be announcing our conference lineup throughout the fall on our conference website and Marbleseed social accounts (follow below!).\n\n\n\n\nReach out to partnerships@marbleseed.org if you have any questions – or if you just want to share your excitement! \n\n\n\nSee you in February! 
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/marbleseeds-37th-organic-farming-conference/
LOCATION:La Crosse Center\, 300 Harborview Plaza\, La Crosse\, Wisconsin\, 54601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Focus on Forage Cover Crops
DESCRIPTION:Focus on Forage is a FREE\, 4-part webinar series highlighting research-based information and farmer strategies to optimize forage yield\, quality\, and profitability in Wisconsin. Webinar speakers include forage industry experts\, UW–Madison specialists\, and extension educators. Certified Crop Advisor CEUs and ARPAS credits are available for each webinar. \n\n\n\nDr. Lisa Kissing-Kucek\, Dan Marzu\, and Bill Powel-Smith will present in the final Focus on Forage webinar of 2026\, Feb. 26 at 12:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nThe forage cover crop webinar will discuss cover crop species and varieties for forage and grain systems\, Wisconsin cover crop forage quality data updates\, and using cover crop forages in dairy cow diets.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/focus-on-forage-cover-crops/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T153408Z
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SUMMARY:Farm to School Networking in Southwest Wisconsin 
DESCRIPTION:The Holmen School District is hosting a Farm to School Networking Event and site visit to connect producers and school food service buyers. \n\n\n\nAt this event\, attendees will hear directly from successful producer-buyer partnerships\, see how local products are used in a school kitchen\, and tour the school greenhouse. Producers and school food buyers will have the opportunity to connect in a speed dating format. Participants will have the opportunity to network\, ask questions\, and sample some of the locally procured ingredients Holmen School District uses in their school meals. Producers are encouraged to bring samples! \n\n\n\nNCAT\, National Farm to School Network\, and Marbleseed are partnering for this event as part of the Bringing the Farm to School through New Connections project. After the event\, attendees are encouraged to attend the additional farm to school content at the Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference\, taking place in downtown La Crosse\, Wisconsin\, just 20 minutes from Holmen High School. There will be limited scholarships for attending the conference on a first come first served basis and special pricing for participants that missed the scholarship opportunity. For further instructions\, choose the Marbleseed option below. \n\n\n\nDate: February 27\, 2026Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Location: Holmen High School\, McHugh Road\, Holmen\, WI \n\n\n\nPre-registration is recommended because limited space is available. Please use the form below to register. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Maura Henn\, maurah@ncat.org \n\n\n\nBringing the Farm to School through New Connections is funded by a cooperative agreement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service. \n\n\n\n\nFarm to School Networking in Southwest Wisconsin
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/farm-to-school-networking-in-southwest-wisconsin/
LOCATION:Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T153000
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CREATED:20260223T173740Z
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SUMMARY:WI Cattlemen's Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:https://www.wisconsincattlemen.com/events/winter-conference
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wi-cattlemens-winter-conference/
LOCATION:The Lodge at Mauston\, 104 Lodge Lane\, Mauston\, Wisconsin\, 53948\, United States
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