GrassWorks

Great River Graziers Pasture Walk Series
2026-09-29 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Klinge Farm, 19769 Hwy 13, Farmersburg, IA, 52047, United States
All are welcome at this pasture walk series, facilitated by Vance Haugen (507) 459-0495

Great River Graziers is a peer to peer learning network of graziers in Southwest Wisconsin, primarily centered around Crawford County. For our pasture walks, we ask that the host come with a question or situation in which they are looking to improve. The attendees will play a large role in offering assistance, advice, knowledge, and experience to help answer the host’s question or improve their situation.

This is an active learning opportunity for all present, not a showcase.

This walk will cover: Matching stocking rates with forage growth through the growing season and Managing Canadian Thistle by adjusting rest period.

www.crawfordstewardship.org/grg

**check Facebook for schedule updates**

Byron Seeds GrassWorks Grazing Mix Field Day and Farm Tour
2026-09-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Garden Ridge Ranch and Retreat, S5724 Olson Rd., Viroqua, Wisconsin, 54665, United States
Join us for a field day with a pasture walk looking at the use of the GrassWorks Pasture Mix as well as discussing cover crop grazing. We’ll have lunch on the farm then tour their operation in the afternoon!

ABOUT THE FARM: Justin and Darci Daniels, along with their 4 kids, graze 200 head of beef cattle on 200ac and direct market their beef, pastured pork, and strawberries. In addition, they host on-farm events and have a luxury farm stay AirBnB. They worked with NRCS for fencing and waterline projects completed in 2024 and 2026. Ponds were constructed in 2024 in partnership with Vernon County Land and Water. Justin is a member of the Bad Axe Farmer-Led Watershed Group, and also works for Byron Seeds.

This event is free but please register here so we know how many to expect for lunch! Pre registration is appreciated by 9-23 if possible.

Dairy Pasture Walk
2026-10-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Taste and See Creamery, N10760 350th St, Boyceville, Wisconsin, 54725, United States
Learn about dairy grazing, on-farm processing, direct marketing, and more at Taste and See Creamery’s pasture walk! Supported by GrassWorks.

Hutter Farm Pasture Walk
2026-10-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Hutter Farm, E3505 East Harris Rd, La Valle, WI, 53941, United States
Custom Grazing Cattle: Want to explore how you can start grazing without owning any cattle? Join us at the Hutter farm to see how custom grazing and which management strategies have worked for their operation.

Soupstock VII! A Celebration of Local Food and Farmers
2026-10-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Brickyard Pottery and Folk House, W9008 Brick Yard Rd, Shell Lake, Wisconsin, 54871, United States
Details coming soon, but save the date for this annual event celebrating local food, farmers, and community! Music, art, food, and more. GrassWorks is a proud sponsor and co-host.

Great River Graziers Pasture Walk Series
2026-10-13 10:30 - 12:30 | Christopher Baird Farm, 12241 Hwy 27, Ferryville, WI, 54628, United States
All are welcome at this pasture walk series, facilitated by Vance Haugen (507) 459-0495

Great River Graziers is a peer to peer learning network of graziers in Southwest Wisconsin, primarily centered around Crawford County. For our pasture walks, we ask that the host come with a question or situation in which they are looking to improve. The attendees will play a large role in offering assistance, advice, knowledge, and experience to help answer the host’s question or improve their situation.

This is an active learning opportunity for all present, not a showcase.

This walk will cover: Tillage considerations when establishing pasture in heavily outwintered areas. Reviewing nutrient management plan and soil samples. Increasing fertility over time with minimal commercial fertilizer.

www.crawfordstewardship.org/grg

**check Facebook for schedule updates**

GrassWorks and Ranching for Profit - The Business of Grazing
2026-10-16 08:30 - 16:00, 2026-10-17 08:30 - 16:00
By popular demand after our March events, Ranching for Profit is back! Join us for one of the two, one-day workshops this fall to take a new look at some of the RFP principles on how to run a profitable, ecologically healthy business!

GrassWorks is excited to welcome nationally respected RFP owner, instructor, and facilitator Dallas Mount for 2 one day workshops. These fall events are great for those who attended our spring workshop and for newcomers. Join us to:

Learn how to use the Six Thinking Hats in your grazing business

Discover key strategies to increase profits and identify the weak link to build a plan for growth.

Work through a mid-west focused farm economic example

Explore ecological processes and strategies to boost productivity, reduce workload, and increase profits

Dallas has led Ranch Management Consultants since 2019, working with thousands of ranchers across North America, Australia, and the UK to build profitable, ecologically healthy businesses. He spent 18 years with the Univ. of Wyoming Extension before finding his passion teaching Ranching for Profit Schools. Dallas and his wife Dixie have two adult chidren and run a grazing operation near Wheatland, WY.

Registration fee of $40, or $30 for GrassWorks members using the code GWMEMBER, covers lunch, coffee, and snacks. Registration opens September 10th at

grassworks.org

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GrassWorks Grazing Conference
2027-01-21 12:00 - 16:00 | La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse, Wisconsin, 54601, United States
Join us at the 2027 GrassWorks Grazing Conference as we expolore the theme Connected by Grazing, Strengthened by Community
