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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220221
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UID:1773-1645401600-1645660799@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Midwest Forage Association Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Save the dates for the Midwest Forage Association’s Symposium \n\n\nMore info.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/midwest-forage-association-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220221T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T165252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T165252Z
UID:1781-1645466400-1645473600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Composting Techniques for the Vegetable Garden - Green Thumb Gardening
DESCRIPTION:The Green Thumb Gardening class series will give you the practical knowledge to keep your home garden thriving! Dane County Extension educators and local horticulture experts will provide in depth and accessible information for everyone from the novice to the experienced gardener. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/composting-techniques-for-the-vegetable-garden-green-thumb-gardening/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220224
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T165404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T165404Z
UID:1782-1645488000-1645660799@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:SoilCon 2022
DESCRIPTION:The annual conference is organized by the Washington Soil Health Initiative\, a joint effort of WSDA\, Washington State University\, and the Washington State Conservation Commission to study soil health in our state and explore ways to improve it. \nTopics covered at this year’s conference will include: \n\nGlobal soil challenges.\nHow to interpret soil health tests.\nThe cost and savings growers experience when implementing soil health practices.\nWhat role soil microbes do (or don’t!) play in soil health and farm productivity.\n\nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/soilcon-2022/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220223
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T165611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T165611Z
UID:1784-1645488000-1645574399@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Dairy and Beef Well-Being Conference
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Wisconsin Dairy & Beef Well-Being Conference page. Extension hosts this annual conference to address the issue of animal handling and well-being. \nPurpose: To increase knowledge and adoption of on-farm best management practices to maintain and improve animal well-being and welfare\, leading to improved production\, profitability\, animal well-being\, and consumer confidence. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wisconsin-dairy-and-beef-well-being-conference/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T165507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T165507Z
UID:1783-1645516800-1645520400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Benefits of Prairie Strips for Beneficial Insects - Pollinators\, Honeybees\, and Natural Predators
DESCRIPTION:Prairie strips are taking root as a new agricultural conservation practice across the Midwest. These strips of native perennial vegetation\, generally 30 feet or more in width\, are placed along the contour within a farm field or at the field edge to retain rainfall and capture soil and nutrient runoff. \nFor farmers and crop advisors reviewing yield data this winter\, a seeding of native perennial grasses and forbs can provide stable cover for underperforming crop acres along field borders or trouble spots. Portions of fields can now be enrolled in the new Prairie Strips CP-43 practice under the Conservation Reserve Program. \nDuring this three-part webinar series\, experienced advisors will discuss strategies for layout\, site preparation\, seeding\, and management of prairie strips to maintain efficient field operations and maximize farm profitability. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/benefits-of-prairie-strips-for-beneficial-insects-pollinators-honeybees-and-natural-predators/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T165734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T165734Z
UID:1785-1645520400-1645527600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:WI DNR Evaluation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Evaluations are a requirement under s. NR 243. 16 for new permittees\, facilities that haven’t been approved\, or for specific reasons\, e.g. age. When evaluation reports are submitted in a clear and readable format and contains sufficient information\, the review process goes faster and potentially without the need for another evaluation submittal. This benefits all those involved. The purpose of the workshop will discuss: \n· Improvement opportunities in evaluation submittals with consistent report format \n· Evaluating waste storage ponds \n· Evaluating feed storage \n· Evaluating production area runoff controls \n· HydroCAD results \n· Days of storage information expectations \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email when submitting your registration\, please email Penny at Penny@wisconsinlandwater.org \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wi-dnr-evaluation-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T165848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T165848Z
UID:1786-1645534800-1645538400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Soil Moisture 101: What It Means and How It's Measured
DESCRIPTION:The National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) and the National Weather Service (NWS) are hosting two webinars on soil moisture data and applications. These webinars are intended to help NWS operational forecasters and other weather & climate service providers better understand soil moisture monitoring and its practical applications. \nThe first webinar will provide an overview of soil moisture monitoring and interpretation\, including a review of the three main techniques for estimating soil moisture conditions: in situ ground-based systems\, satellite measurements\, and land surface model outputs. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/soil-moisture-101-what-it-means-and-how-its-measured/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T170017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T170017Z
UID:1787-1645534800-1645538400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Organic Grass Fed Dairy: Demographics\, Management\, and Cost of Production
DESCRIPTION:In 2018\, the University of Vermont received an USDA OREI Grant to Advance Grass-Fed Dairy: A Whole Systems Approach to Enhancing Productivity\, Quality\, and Farm Viability in the U.S (OREI 2018-51300-28515). \nOne primary objective was to understand the economic and production metrics for grass-fed dairy systems through implementation of a national survey\, production and economic benchmarking on farms in VT and NY. This session will describe the characteristics and demographics of grass-fed dairy farms from our national survey\, including herd sizes\, acreage\, and management systems. We’ll then take a deeper look at some of the data from our smaller northeast region surveys which include the grass-fed cost of production (cost per cwt) and more detail on farm management and production. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/organic-grass-fed-dairy-demographics-management-and-cost-of-production/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T170153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T170153Z
UID:1788-1645534800-1645538400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Compliance Matters: NEPA and "Environmental Evaluation" at NRCS
DESCRIPTION:Participants will receive an introduction to NEPA and its relationship to the NRCS Environmental Evaluation (EE). You will learn how the NRCS environmental compliance system operates with the following objectives in mind: \n• Understand the legal foundations for environmental compliance with a focus on NEPA\, the “human environment\,” and demonstrating a “hard look” at the impacts of NRCS actions. \n• Recognize other key environmental laws and understand why they are important. \n• Recognize the regulatory\, policy\, and guidance resources for environmental compliance at NRCS. \n• Understand how the EE/CPA-52 provides the mechanism for documenting NRCS environmental compliance with the laws above. \n• Recognize how the process of documenting our actions in an EE/CPA-52 saves us time and prevents environmental and legal issues. \n• Know the history of the term “Environmental Evaluation” and where it comes from in NRCS regulations \n• Learn how the EE provides local analysis of the impacts of our actions\, identifies and explains the use of an appropriate CE\, or documents the use of the appropriate programmatic NEPA document. \n• Understand the critical support documents for our CEs and our programmatic NEPA: Conservation Practice Standards\, Network Effects Diagrams (NEDs)\, Conservation Practice Physical Effects. \n• Know where to find environmental compliance resources and who to call for help. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/compliance-matters-nepa-and-environmental-evaluation-at-nrcs/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T170300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T170300Z
UID:1789-1645534800-1645538400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Tribal Alliance for Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:TAP is the only Native-led organization dedicated to grassland restoration using locally sourced native plant seed. Learn about TAP’s history\, dedication to monarch conservation\, methods and hear guidance on working more effectively with tribes. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/tribal-alliance-for-pollinators/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T170359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T170359Z
UID:1790-1645534800-1645540200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Tribal Community Water Systems
DESCRIPTION:EPA’s Office of Research and Development (ORD) and Office of Water (OW) host this webinar series to communicate the latest information on solutions for challenges facing small drinking water systems. The series allows EPA to communicate directly with states to provide training and foster collaboration and dissemination of information. This\, in turn\, provides states with information and resources needed to communicate the latest scientific advancements and current guidance to their small systems. It also provides a forum for states to share information with each other. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/tribal-community-water-systems/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T170515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T170515Z
UID:1791-1645542000-1645545600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Supporting the Growth of Wisconsin’s Maple Syrup Industry
DESCRIPTION:Jeremy Solin\, Maple Syrup Project Manager for the University of Wisconsin-Extension \nBadger Talks is pleased to present a LIVE series of talks on topics that intend to inspire\, delight\, and pleasantly distract in a time we are all needing positive experiences. Tune in to hear UW– Madison faculty and staff experts on a variety of interesting and engaging topics. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/supporting-the-growth-of-wisconsins-maple-syrup-industry/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T170628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T170628Z
UID:1792-1645556400-1645560000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Strips & Conservation Programs
DESCRIPTION:Paul Mugge and Tim Youngquist come together to share their passion for integrating conservation practices into their family farms through prairie strips. In this farminar\, they will share their experience with prairie strips\, which includes discovering how strategic use of prairie strips can help protect the land while benefitting native wildlife. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/prairie-strips-conservation-programs/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220226
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T170733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T170733Z
UID:1793-1645574400-1645833599@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Land Information Association Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the WLIA Annual Conference. Founded in 1987\, WLIA is a grassroots organization representing a collection of concerned professionals working to develop\, maintain\, and apply a network of statewide land information systems. We are united by an interest in land records modernization\, GIS\, and related technologies\, and by the need for government policies and programs that support their efficient and effective application. WLIA is a registered 501(c)(6) non-profit organization and is open to individual\, non-profit\, and corporate members. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wisconsin-land-information-association-annual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220224
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T172002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T172002Z
UID:1798-1645574400-1645660799@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Restoring the Driftless: The Science\, Studies and Strategies for improving our Region's Fishery
DESCRIPTION:There 19 presentations between February 23 and March 3. You need to register for each day separately. If you are unable to attend\, recordings of the presentations should be made available at a later time. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/restoring-the-driftless-the-science-studies-and-strategies-for-improving-our-regions-fishery/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T171629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T171629Z
UID:1795-1645606800-1645610400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Managing your Community’s Floodplains Webinar: Increased Cost of Compliance Coverage (ICC)
DESCRIPTION:ICC coverage provides payment to help cover the cost of mitigation activities that will reduce the risk of future flood damage to a building. When a building covered by a Standard Flood Insurance Policy suffers a flood loss and is declared to be substantially or repetitively damaged\, ICC will pay up to $30\,000 to bring the building into compliance with State or community floodplain management laws or ordinances. Usually this means elevating or relocating the building so that it is above the base flood elevation (BFE). Non-residential structures may also be floodproofed. ICC coverage applies solely to buildings and only covers the cost of the compliance measures undertaken. It is filed separately from the normal flood insurance claim. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/managing-your-communitys-floodplains-webinar-increased-cost-of-compliance-coverage-icc/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T171849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T171849Z
UID:1797-1645606800-1645610400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:SER’s CERP Program: Is Practitioner Certification Right for You?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an information session on SER’s Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner (CERP) program — the only international certification program for ecological restoration practitioners! During this session\, you will learn about the various benefits that certification can provide to practitioners at all career stages\, as well as the steps you can take to begin your application. You will also have the opportunity to discuss the program with a diverse panel of active practitioners who are currently certified through CERP. Register today! \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/sers-cerp-program-is-practitioner-certification-right-for-you/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T171743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T171743Z
UID:1796-1645606800-1645617600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:WI-ENG-33 Streambank and Shoreline Protection Design
DESCRIPTION:Training will review the new 580 Streambank and Shoreline Protection standard\, WI NRCS instruction 210-580\, and review streambank and shoreline design procedures. Lead Presenter: Mike Dreischmeier\, NRCS SW Area Engineer. \n3 PDHs will be provided. \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email when submitting the registration\, please contact Penny at Penny@wisconsinlandwater.org \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wi-eng-33-streambank-and-shoreline-protection-design/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T172232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T172232Z
UID:1800-1645621200-1645624800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Assessing the Toxicity of PFAS Chemicals to Aquatic Organisms
DESCRIPTION:Among the many questions surrounding per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are their potential effects on aquatic communities. While much of the initial research effort has focused on ecological effects of perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)\, there is a much wider range of PFAS that can occur in the environment―both as a result of more recently developed compounds and the breakdown products of other PFAS. Effective management of PFAS in aquatic systems requires understanding of the potential effects of a more complete range of PFAS chemicals. \nEPA is working to explore the relationships between PFAS toxicity and chemical structure for several aquatic species to help identify and predict the toxicity of PFAS and PFAS mixtures of greatest ecological concern in support of the development of water quality guidelines. This involves measuring the toxicity of PFAS with varying structural features\, determining variation in sensitivity across species\, and grouping PFAS chemicals by their inferred toxic modes of action (MoA). This webinar will discuss initial findings that sublethal toxicity is strongly related to fluorinated chain length as well as the structure of the non-fluorinated “head” group\, and that differences in toxicity of certain PFAS across structures suggest that multiple PFAS MoAs likely exist. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/assessing-the-toxicity-of-pfas-chemicals-to-aquatic-organisms/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T172356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T172356Z
UID:1801-1645624800-1645628400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Benefits of Perennial Forages\, Shrubs\, and Trees for Livestock
DESCRIPTION:NCAT Gulf States’ Felicia Bell will be hosting NCAT Grazing Specialist Justin Morris for this workshop on the benefits of shrubs and trees for livestock production. \nOften looked upon as a nuisance or unusable to the landowner\, shrubs and trees can be a valuable resource for any livestock operation. In this workshop\, Justin will discuss how shrubs and trees can: \n\nImprove carrying capacity and stocking rate\nImprove animal health\nInsulate the farm or ranch from drought\nImprove profitability\n\nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/benefits-of-perennial-forages-shrubs-and-trees-for-livestock/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T172651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T173702Z
UID:1802-1645641000-1645644600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Dahlias - Proven Performers!
DESCRIPTION:Dahlias are versatile plants that fill summer and fall gardens with an abundance of flowers. But the many colors\, sizes and shapes available can make it difficult to select the best ones for your garden and bouquets. We’ll discuss some of the easiest varieties to grow and enjoy as cut flowers. Plus\, Melinda will cover new and traditional ways to include them in any size landscape\, garden or container. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/dahlias-proven-performers/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220225
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20211207T183207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T183207Z
UID:1542-1645660800-1645747199@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Cover Crops Conference
DESCRIPTION:Farmers and agricultural professionals from around Wisconsin are coming together to share & learn about all things cover crops. Whether you’re a seasoned cover cropper or an absolute beginner\, there will be something for everyone! \nTopics include maintaining soil health while managing manure\, easy points of entry for beginning cover croppers\, assessing soil health\, using cover crops as an alternative forage\, and soil health systems & extreme weather events. Many of the presenters will be Wisconsin grain and livestock farmers speaking from experience about what has worked and hasn’t worked in their Wisconsin conservation cropping systems. \nInfo and registration here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wisconsin-cover-crops-conference/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220225
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20211222T171602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211222T171602Z
UID:1598-1645660800-1645747199@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Cover Crop Conference
DESCRIPTION:Farmers and agricultural professionals from around the state are coming together to share & learn about all things cover crops. Whether you’re a seasoned cover cropper or an absolute beginner\, there will be something for everyone! \nTopics include creating new opportunities for in-season manure\, managing equipment for planting green\, adaptive rye management\, incorporating cover crops in vegetable rotations\, cover crops as forage\, and MORE! Many of the presenters will be Wisconsin grain and livestock farmers speaking from experience about what has worked and hasn’t worked in their Wisconsin conservation cropping systems. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wisconsin-cover-crop-conference-2/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220227
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T172747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T172747Z
UID:1803-1645660800-1645919999@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Midwest Organic & Sustainable Education Service (MOSES) Organic Farming Conference
DESCRIPTION:The MOSES Conference brings together all kinds of farmers and ag professionals to learn the latest organic production methods and build a supportive community of resilient organic and sustainable farms. Whether you’re certified organic\, using organic practices on your sustainable farm\, or considering the switch to organic\, you’ll find the latest information and make the right connections to help you succeed. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/midwest-organic-sustainable-education-service-moses-organic-farming-conference/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220226
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T172856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T172856Z
UID:1804-1645660800-1645833599@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:2022 Agricultural Outlook Forum
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 Forum will feature a keynote address by the Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack\, a presentation on the 2022 agricultural economy by USDA’s Chief Economist Seth Meyer\, a panel of distinguished guest speakers\, and 30 breakout sessions organized by agencies across USDA and covering a range of timely issues impacting the sector. More than one hundred government\, industry\, and academic leaders will share their perspectives and insights on a wide array of topics including commodity and food price outlooks\, U.S. and global agricultural trade developments\, climate change\, and innovations in agricultural production and sustainability. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/2022-agricultural-outlook-forum/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220225
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T173048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T173048Z
UID:1805-1645660800-1645747199@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:WI Cover Crops Conference
DESCRIPTION:This will be a statewide conference geared toward helping Wisconsin farmers\, agronomists\, and conservation professionals use cover crops more effectively. Many of the presenters will be Wisconsin grain and livestock farmers speaking from experience on the successes and challenges of adopting cover crops in Wisconsin cropping systems. \nDr. Abby Wick\, North Dakota State University Extension Soil Health Specialist and Associate Professor will be the keynote for the event and share information on soil health in northern climates. A pre-conference social and educational event will kick off the conference at 4pm on February 23rd (additional registration fee). \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wi-cover-crops-conference/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220224T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T174236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T174236Z
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SUMMARY:Public Meetings on the Proposed Changes to Agricultural Water Requirements in the Produce Safety Rule
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will be holding two virtual public meetings on the recently released proposed rule “Standards for the Growing\, Harvesting\, Packing\, and Holding of Produce for Human Consumption Relating to Agricultural Water.” The purpose of the public meetings is to discuss the proposed rule\, which was issued under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act. These public meetings are intended to facilitate and support the public’s evaluation and commenting process on the proposed rule. \nThe public meetings will be held according to the schedule below. The times for each meeting have been adjusted to provide persons in different regions of the country an opportunity to comment. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/public-meetings-on-the-proposed-changes-to-agricultural-water-requirements-in-the-produce-safety-rule-2/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T173150Z
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SUMMARY:WI-ENG-32 Natural Stream Channel Design
DESCRIPTION:Training will review the recently revised 582 Open Channel standard and review natural channel design procedures. Lead Presenter: Steve Becker\, NRCS State Conservation Engineer. \n3 PDHs will be offered. \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email upon submission\, please contact Penny at Penny@wisconsinlandwater.org for registration assistance. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wi-eng-32-natural-stream-channel-design/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T173300Z
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SUMMARY:High Tunnel Winter Greens Research from Dixon Springs
DESCRIPTION:High tunnel systems allow growers to provide markets with fresh\, locally-grown products for a larger part of the year. During this presentation\, research results will be shared on the utilization of high tunnels to maximize winter vegetable production. This project evaluated different cultural growing techniques\, including planting date\, black plastic mulch and row cover\, for carrots\, lettuce\, spinach\, and kale within a high tunnel at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center in southern Illinois. Winter production can be a great avenue to diversify farm operations\, increase income opportunities\, and provide more local\, Illinois-grown crops into the marketplace. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/high-tunnel-winter-greens-research-from-dixon-springs/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154448
CREATED:20220210T173436Z
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SUMMARY:Medicinal Grazing and Unexpected Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Chemical dewormers for small ruminants are becoming less effective at a startling rate. Join Kirsten Robertson on her journey to becoming chemical dewormer free with her goats and sheep. In the process of mimicking nature\, her farm sprang alive and so did she. Join us! You won’t be sorry. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/medicinal-grazing-and-unexpected-outcomes/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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