What is the FEED Initiative? The University of Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension, Community Food Systems Program’s Food Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Development (FEED) Initiative is a statewide program that promotes food entrepreneurship training and network development for value-added producers and individuals facing structural barriers to food entrepreneurship. What is the FEED Summit? Taking place on October 28-29 […]
Ross Thompson, his wife and 4 kids raise a flock of sheep, in addition to Highland cattle on 17ac in Winnebago County. JOIN US to LEARN about how Ross effectively stock-piles forage to graze well into the winter months. He also has an innovative winter-watering system without a frost-free waterer that works for the sheep […]
This year’s GrassWorks Grazing Conference promises an impressive lineup of sessions, networking opportunities, and delectable meals showcasing grass-fed meats and locally sourced foods—exactly what our attendees and sponsors have come to love!
Managing Your Green - A Farm Finance Series for Graziers Session #2: Developing a business plan. Join 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. Eric Kundinger is a […]
Managing Your Green - A Farm Finance Series for Graziers Session #3: Pasture based enterprise calculator Join 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 […]
Managing Your Green - A Farm Finance Series for Graziers Session #4: Don't bet your bottom dollar Join us Tuesday 3/4 in-person or virtually (Zoom link below) from 5-7PM at the Golden Sands RC&D office to hear from Jason Cavadini and Aaron Pape on enterprise selection, enterprise budgeting, & cash flow planning for your grazing […]