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SUMMARY:Midwest Covers and Grains Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Midwest Covers & Grains Conference brings together Midwestern farmers\, supply chain buyers and researchers to promote successful farming with extended rotations and cover crops. The conference includes opportunities to network with those who buy and sell small grains and cover crops\, and offers sessions for both beginning and experienced cover crop practitioners.   \nPFI’s Midwestern small grains network extends across five states including Iowa\, Illinois\, Minnesota\, Nebraska and Wisconsin. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/midwest-covers-and-grains-conference/
LOCATION:Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Land + Water Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Land + Water’s annual conference provides valuable networking opportunities\, forums to discuss current work and new ideas with colleagues\, a chance to build technical knowledge\, and space to be re-inspired by the passion for conservation across the state.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wisconsin-land-water-annual-conference/
LOCATION:KI Convention Center\, 333 Main Street\, Green Bay\, WI\, 54301\, United States
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SUMMARY:Great Lakes Forage and Grazing Conference
DESCRIPTION:Everyone with an interest in forage crops or grazing is invited to join the Michigan Forage Council and Michigan State University Extension at the 2024 Great Lakes Forage and Grazing Conference on Thursday\, March 7\, 2024. The packed agenda has something for everyone. \nThe keynote speaker is Chad Hale of Byron Seeds and past president of the American Forage and Grassland Council\, who will discuss yield and quality improvements of new forage grasses for hay\, haylage and pasture use. During the afternoon breakout sessions\, he will also address the future of the forage seed industry including alfalfa in the face of consolidation of seed companies and what that may mean to U.S. farms. \nOther topics and speakers include: \n\nWeed control in hayfields and pastures – Erin Burns\, MSU\nMSU forage research update – Kim Cassida\, MSU\nWinter bale grazing’s impact on soil health – Jeremy Sweeten\, Understanding Ag consultant\nFertilizer markets for 2024 and fertilizer application strategies – John Elzinga\, MI Ag Commodities\, and Gary Carmichael\, Carmichael Farms\nWinter feeding mud management reduction strategies – Boyd Byelich\, Natural Resources Conservation Service\, and Michelle Sweeten and Kable Thurlow\, MSU Extension educators
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/great-lakes-forage-and-grazing-conference/
LOCATION:Agro Liquid Conference Center\, 3055 M-21\, St Johns\, MI\, 48879\, United States
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SUMMARY:Equipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems
DESCRIPTION:Starting February 15\, 2024\, the Farmers for Soil Health education team\, supported by Soil Health Institute and Missouri Center for Regenerative Agriculture presents a webinar series focused on cash crop planting and equipment considerations in cover crop systems. The first webinar will kick off with a moderated discussion among leading experts. In each successive webinar\, a farmer with cover crop experience will be featured and engage in discussion with webinar participants. \nRegister for our interactive lunch and learn format webinars where you will have the opportunity to learn about different farmer’s unique methods for ensuring successful cash crop planting. \nEquipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems with Steve Groff & Barry Fisher moderated by Abbey Wick\nFebruary 15th Webinar\, 12:30 – 1:30 EST\nThis webinar spotlights Steve Groff and Barry Fisher’s work with cover crops in Pennsylvania and Indiana\, respectively. Dr. Abbey Wick will serve as our moderator. \nREGISTRATION \n  \nEquipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems with Ryan Britt\nFebruary 22nd Webinar\, 12:30 – 1:30 EST\nThis webinar spotlights farmer Ryan Britt and his experience with cover crops in North Central Missouri. You can view Ryan’s video in advance here. \nREGISTRATION \n  \nEquipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems with Michael Vittetoe\nFebruary 29th Webinar\, 12:30 – 1:30 EST\nThis webinar spotlights farmer Michael Vittetoe and his experience with cover crops in Washington County\, Iowa. You can view Michael’s videos here: Part One | Part Two \nREGISTRATION \n  \nEquipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems with John Pike\nMarch 7th Webinar\, 12:30 – 1:30 EST\nThis webinar spotlights farmer and consultant John Pike and his work with cover crops in Marion\, Illinois. You can view John’s video in advance here. \nREGISTRATION \n  \nEquipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems with Christopher Hudson\nMarch 14th Webinar\, 12:30 – 1:30 EST\nThis webinar spotlights Christopher Hudson and his work with cover crops in Middletown\, Missouri. You can view Christopher’s video in advance here. \nREGISTRATION
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/equipment-considerations-in-cover-crop-systems-2024-03-07/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:The Midwest Soil Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:This is Sustainable Farming Association’s biggest soil health event of the year\, drawing together local and national experts in the field with attendees for discussion\, networking\, and education. Farmers\, ag resource professionals\, agency staff\, hungry learners and more – all are welcome to attend and learn together.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/the-midwest-soil-health-summit-2/
LOCATION:Courtyard Marriott Mankato\, 901 Raintree Road\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Equipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems
DESCRIPTION:Starting February 15\, 2024\, the Farmers for Soil Health education team\, supported by Soil Health Institute and Missouri Center for Regenerative Agriculture presents a webinar series focused on cash crop planting and equipment considerations in cover crop systems. The first webinar will kick off with a moderated discussion among leading experts. In each successive webinar\, a farmer with cover crop experience will be featured and engage in discussion with webinar participants. \nRegister for our interactive lunch and learn format webinars where you will have the opportunity to learn about different farmer’s unique methods for ensuring successful cash crop planting. \nEquipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems with Steve Groff & Barry Fisher moderated by Abbey Wick\nFebruary 15th Webinar\, 12:30 – 1:30 EST\nThis webinar spotlights Steve Groff and Barry Fisher’s work with cover crops in Pennsylvania and Indiana\, respectively. Dr. Abbey Wick will serve as our moderator. \nREGISTRATION \n  \nEquipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems with Ryan Britt\nFebruary 22nd Webinar\, 12:30 – 1:30 EST\nThis webinar spotlights farmer Ryan Britt and his experience with cover crops in North Central Missouri. You can view Ryan’s video in advance here. \nREGISTRATION \n  \nEquipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems with Michael Vittetoe\nFebruary 29th Webinar\, 12:30 – 1:30 EST\nThis webinar spotlights farmer Michael Vittetoe and his experience with cover crops in Washington County\, Iowa. You can view Michael’s videos here: Part One | Part Two \nREGISTRATION \n  \nEquipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems with John Pike\nMarch 7th Webinar\, 12:30 – 1:30 EST\nThis webinar spotlights farmer and consultant John Pike and his work with cover crops in Marion\, Illinois. You can view John’s video in advance here. \nREGISTRATION \n  \nEquipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems with Christopher Hudson\nMarch 14th Webinar\, 12:30 – 1:30 EST\nThis webinar spotlights Christopher Hudson and his work with cover crops in Middletown\, Missouri. You can view Christopher’s video in advance here. \nREGISTRATION
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/equipment-considerations-in-cover-crop-systems-2024-03-14/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Growing Climate-Smart Ag in Northeast Wisconsin
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about climate-smart agriculture? Do you want to advance sustainable practices in Northeast Wisconsin? Join us to learn more about the new Farm Climate Smart WI project\, interact with other interested community members\, and meet Wisconsin Farmers Union staff. This event is family-friendly\, indoors\, and open to all.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/growing-climate-smart-ag-in-northeast-wisconsin/
LOCATION:Oshkosh Food Co-op\, 155 Jackson St\, Suite 101\, Oshkosh\, WI\, 54901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Wisconsin Farmers Union":MAILTO:bwilson@wisconsinfarmersunion.com
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