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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200813T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200813T120000
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UID:372-1597316400-1597320000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Measures of Soil Carbon Cycling and Storage
DESCRIPTION:Measuring and assessing soil health is critical for understanding how changes in agronomic management practices affect the capability of soil to support cropping systems. In this presentation\, the Soil Health Institute will focus on explaining measurements and assessments of soil health associated with soil-carbon dynamics. There are many ways to measure soil carbon and carbon cycling. This presentation will specifically cover measurements of soil organic carbon\, active carbon\, water-extractable carbon\, ACE Protein Index\, respiration\, and β-glucosidase. For each measurement\, the method or methods will be described and the meaning of the measurement will be discussed\, especially as it pertains to farmers. Insights and examples from the North American Project to Evaluate Soil Health Measurements will be shared to provide a contextual understanding of each measurement. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/measures-of-soil-carbon-cycling-and-storage/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200812T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200812T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200804T195851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T195851Z
UID:357-1597235400-1597239000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Badger Crop Connect
DESCRIPTION:Badger Crop Connect is a new crop production webinar series developed by the University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension Crops and Soils Program for the 2020 growing season. Badger Crop Connect’s goal is to bring agronomists\, crops consultants and farmers timely crop updates for Wisconsin. This bi-weekly webinar is planned to continue through September. Webinars will have CCA CEUs available as assigned.  There is 1.0 credit in the area of Crop Management is available for this webinar. Resources shared by Extension Specialists will be available from the Resources link listed below. \n August 12th Agenda:  \n Local Update on Crop Conditions                                                     Josh Kamps Lafayette County Ag Educator   \nHarvesting High Quality Corn Silage and Tips on Pricing Corn Silage\nJoe Lauer\, UW-Madison Extension Corn Specialist  \nSilageSnap App:  Evaluating the Effectiveness of Kernel Processing\nBrian Luck\, UW Madison Extension Biological Systems Engineering Specialist   \nPre-registration is required –Connection link will be sent on August 11th by 9:00 AM. Please register for this free webinar at: https://go.wisc.edu/bkn026  \nResources from the webinar will be posted to this website https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/grain/badger-crop-connection/ \nPlease direct any questions to Extension Agriculture Educators Mike Ballweg michael.ballweg@wisc.edu or Dan Marzu dan.marzu@wisc.edu
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/badger-crop-connect-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200812T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200806T155530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200806T155530Z
UID:370-1597219200-1597222800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Pheasant Branch Conservancy: Protect\, Restore\, Preserve
DESCRIPTION:We’ll hear from representatives of the Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy\, Dane County\, and City of Middleton about the recently purchased\, 160-acre farm directly north of Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Restoring the property to natural prairie will help to improve the infiltration of rainwater into the ground. Prairie plants often have better root systems than crops\, allowing prairies to absorb the rainwater where it falls instead of running off into the nearest waterway. The deep root systems also hold soil in place\, which reduces the amount of sediment lost with runoff. Dane County expects to prevent more than 2.6 million gallons of runoff each year through increased infiltration into the natural landscape. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/pheasant-branch-conservancy-protect-restore-preserve/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200806T155115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200806T155115Z
UID:368-1597172400-1597176000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Organic Field Day: Organic Corn\, Soybeans\, & More
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Organic Field Day focused on organic corn\, soybeans\, and insights from the 2020 crop year. \nYou’ll see organic and transition crops\, hear about boundary-pushing new approaches\, and learn how to take control of your profits with organic farming. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/organic-field-day-organic-corn-soybeans-more/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200806T154748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200806T154748Z
UID:367-1597168800-1597172400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Silvopasture & Supply Chain Food Safety for Beginning and ESL Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Topics include how to safely incorporate livestock and tree crop production\, food safety best practices and common questions for beginning and ESL farmers\, and how we can work towards a justice-oriented\, safer food system. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/silvopasture-supply-chain-food-safety-for-beginning-and-esl-farmers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200806T154432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200806T154432Z
UID:365-1597150800-1597158000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Manure Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Online content and videos will be posted on August 4.  There will be a live online discussion on August 11.  This training will cover every aspect of turning manure into compost and using it as a soil amendment. The following topics will be covered:\n\n\nLive discussion with producers\nSite selection and regulations\nComposting process\nTurning and temperature\nUnderstanding analysis\nEconomics\nBest management practices\nLand application\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/manure-composting-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200807T161634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200807T161634Z
UID:381-1597147200-1597150800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Producer-Led Webinar: No-Tilling in Heavy Red Clays
DESCRIPTION:Live from Redline Dairy Farm LLC in Belgium\, Wisconsin\, Matt Winker will discuss no-tilling for the past seven years in heavy red clay soils that make-up their farmland. Hear how Matt made the impossible\, possible and about other conservation practices that have worked on their farm like interseeding and planting green using a roller-crimper. Matt and his wife Sarah milk 100 cows on their dairy operation. Andy Holschbach of the Ozaukee County Land and Water Management Department will interview Matt about being a member of the Ozaukee County Demonstration Farms Network and he will also share what the Milwaukee River Clean Farms Families Producer-Led Group is up to this summer. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is part of the Planting New Ideas\, Growing Conservation producer-led webinar series that provides an opportunity to listen to an in-depth conversation about a specific conservation practice that a producer is implementing on their farm. Producers will talk about the details of implementing\, challenges experienced\, and tips on how to get started. Listeners and participants can ask questions throughout and after the topic discussion. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/producer-led-webinar-no-tilling-in-heavy-red-clays/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200806T153945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200806T153945Z
UID:362-1597143600-1597158000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Cover Crop Tech Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Field demonstrations and drill calibration examples include:\n\n\nNo-till planters\nVertical tillage\nAir seeders\nDrill calibration
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/cover-crop-tech-field-day/
LOCATION:Hildebrandt Farms (Across from W4588 County Road ME)  w4588 County Road ME  Hustisford\, WI 53034\, Across from W4588 County Road ME\, Hustisford\, WI\, 53034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200806T152845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200806T152845Z
UID:361-1597134600-1597140000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Turf Reinforcement Mats
DESCRIPTION:Riley Stenzel from the American Excelsior Company will talk about the different permanent erosion blankets out there and what they can hold up to. The second part of the presentation will cover uses of coir logs\, including filtering water\, damming water\, and bank protection.  PDHs and 1.5 Soil and Water Management CEUs will be offered. \nRegister here by noon on August 10.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/turf-reinforcement-mats/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200807T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200807T130500
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200806T152510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200806T152510Z
UID:360-1596801600-1596805500@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Integrating Sheep and Vegetables
DESCRIPTION:Join Carmen\, Maja\, and the rest of the crew at Sundog Farm to learn how they are addressing challenges on their farm. You will see how the team manages sheep grazing through their vegetable fields. Carmen and Maja will share how they scout for disease and manage black rot. You’ll also find out how they fill CSA orders for 200 families. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/integrating-sheep-and-vegetables/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200804T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200707T170531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200707T170531Z
UID:320-1596546000-1596558600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Watershed Applications of ACPF Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The workshop is designed for watershed practitioners\, county conservation staff\, watershed planners\, NRCS professionals\, and private consultants who are interested in learning more about using the ACPF to improve their small watershed-based planning and implementation projects. No GIS or prior ACPF experience is needed.  Participants at the workshop\, will learn:\n\n\nHow a watershed perspective impacts agricultural conservation work\n\n\nWhat the ACPF is and how it compares to and interacts with other Wisconsin-specific  tools\, applications\, and models including EVAAL\n\n\nHow the ACPF improves the effectiveness of conservation work by allowing desktop work that informs field visits\n\n\nHow a field specialist works with a GIS specialist to generate meaningful and useful ACPF outputs\n\n\nHow to explain the assumptions behind each of the ACPF tools to farmers and other stakeholders\n\n\nHow to use ACPF output maps to engage stakeholders in conservation activities\n\n\nSpace is limited for this three-part training\, so register early! \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/watershed-applications-of-acpf-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200804T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200714T173007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T173504Z
UID:331-1596542400-1596546000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Innovation in Forest Carbon Sequestration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation on the role of forests in addressing climate change and how technology can make forest carbon projects more credible. Topics being presented are as follows:\n\nThe rationale for investing in innovative forest projects\nHow to participate in innovative solutions for climate change\nThe top criteria for vetting forest carbon solutions\nHow technology can help de-risk and scale forest carbon projects\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/331/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200804T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200731T184134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200731T184302Z
UID:352-1596529800-1596546000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:2020 Online Tile Drainage Design and Water Management Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Illinois Extension for the online drainage design and water management workshop. Register for one of two days. \nView the agenda and register here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/2020-online-tile-drainage-design-and-water-management-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200801
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200623T185320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T185320Z
UID:292-1596067200-1596239999@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Soil Health: The Foundation for Regenerative Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:This free virtual event is to advance the opportunity that improving soil health offers to address climate change\, water quality\, food production\, biodiversity\, and many other pressing issues. Among the meeting topics:\n\nComprehensive strategy for advancing soil health\nDetermining effective measurements of soil health\nDimensions of adoption\nFilling the economics gap for farmers\nSoil health policies and programs in action\n\nFind out more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/soil-health-the-foundation-for-regenerative-agriculture/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200729T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200729T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200721T153754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200721T154226Z
UID:339-1596043800-1596051000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:​'Question\, Persuade\, Refer' ​Virtual Training Sessions
DESCRIPTION:As part of its efforts to provide resources to help address farmer mental health wellness\, the Wisconsin Farm Center is hosting a series of Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR) virtual training sessions for agriculture service providers\, farmers\, and the agricultural community. QPR is an intervention method designed to help trainees identify and interrupt mental health crisis situations and direct individuals to proper care. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/339/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200730
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200520T173657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200520T173657Z
UID:219-1595808000-1596067199@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:SWCS Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:This year’s conference theme\, “Expanding Horizons: Where Conservation Meets Innovation\,” evokes images of the expansive views of the region and the deep and varied soil horizons that make Iowa’s farmland some of the most productive in the world. This year’s theme also speaks to the broadening of individual perceptions and experiences as attendees discover new concepts\, partners\, and advancements in soil and water research. \nMore information here. \nConference Registration Rates\n\nSWCS Member: $75\nNonmember: $99\nSenior (65+): $50\nFull Time Student: $50\nFarmer: $50
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/swcs-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200714T172246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T172246Z
UID:330-1595419200-1595422800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Agronomy of Cover Crops: Start to Finish
DESCRIPTION:Topics include: Managing pests\, residuals and herbicides; nitrogen management; agronomics of cover crop advising. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/conservation-agronomy-of-cover-crops-start-to-finish/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200721T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200707T165736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200707T165736Z
UID:318-1595329200-1595332800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Measures of Soil Water Cycling
DESCRIPTION:Measuring and assessing soil health are critical components to understanding how changes in agronomic management practices affect soils capacity to support cropping systems. In this presentation\, the Soil Health Institute (SHI) will focus on explaining measurements and assessments of soil health associated with soil-water dynamics. Specifically\, SHI will address how and why measurements such as surface infiltration\, plant available water holding capacity\, bulk density\, and aggregate stability can be used to understand how management practices impact soil’s ability to move and store water. SHI will also share insights from the North American Project to Evaluate Soil Health Measurements. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/measures-of-soil-water-cycling/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200721T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200721T091500
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200623T184638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T184638Z
UID:291-1595320200-1595322900@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:How to Get Started Restoring Your Cold-water Stream in Your County
DESCRIPTION:There has been a strong interest by counties in the past ten years to work with landowners on stream projects that involve bank stabilization and habitat for both game and non-game species (frogs\, birds\, snakes\, etc.).  Stream projects often involve multiple disciplines\, several partners and funding sources.  Where do you find the technical expertise and funding to get started?  Join Jeff Hastings\, former county employee and now with Trout Unlimited\, for an informal discussion on how to develop a roadmap for success! \nJoin at  https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/213746573 \nContact Penny at  Penny@wisconsinlandwater.org  with any questions
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/how-to-get-started-restoring-your-cold-water-stream-in-your-county/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200720T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200720T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200714T171734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T171734Z
UID:329-1595253600-1595257200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Porous Asphalt Pavement for Stormwater Management
DESCRIPTION:Porous asphalt pavement is a stormwater management solution that reduces stormwater runoff\, improves water quality\, and reduces the footprint for stormwater management systems.  Attendees will learn:\n\n* Why porous asphalt pavements are needed\n* How they reduce stormwater runoff and improve water quality\n* Best practices for design and construction\n* Lessons learned to maximize the benefits of a well-maintained porous asphalt system for stormwater management\n\nRegister here.\n 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/porous-asphalt-pavement-for-stormwater-management/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200720T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200720T130500
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200707T165347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200707T165347Z
UID:317-1595248200-1595250300@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Integrating Cover Crops on a Vegetable and Poultry Farm - Termination & Turnaround to Planting
DESCRIPTION:In this three-part series\, join Rob to learn about the different ways he integrates cover crops throughout his vegetable and poultry farm. From spring-seeded and fall-seeded cover crops to interseeded\, quick-turnaround covers in the summer and fallow beds for running poultry\, Rob has tried almost everything and will show a good mix (and single-species stand!) during these virtual field days. \nFind out more and register here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/integrating-cover-crops-on-a-vegetable-and-poultry-farm-termination-turnaround-to-planting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200521T170115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200521T170115Z
UID:228-1594900800-1594904400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Dairy Market Update Webinar
DESCRIPTION:During this free webinar series\, Sara Dorland of Ceres Dairy Risk Management will provide monthly dairy market insights into what’s happening today\, tomorrow and the rest of 2020. Join us to learn more about: \n\nCOVID-19 impacts locally and internationally\nTrends in food-service and consumer buying\nAvenues for risk protection now and in the future\n\nThis is the third webinar in a series of three. The webinars are being held: \n\nMay 21 – 12 p.m.\nJune 18 – 12 p.m.\nJuly 16 – 12 p.m.\n\nRegister for all three webinars at https://pages.compeer.com/SummerDairyMarketUpdateWebinarSeries.html
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/dairy-market-update-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200716T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200707T164051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200707T164051Z
UID:311-1594897200-1594900800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:The Role of Crop Advisers in Promoting Conservation Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:Despite decades of promotion\, the voluntary adoption of conservation practices on farmland is still low. There is a great deal of literature that focuses on farm and farmer characteristics that lead to greater adoption\, but less work has been done on conservation information messengers. Evidence from farmer surveys indicates that farmers are greatly influenced by their private crop advisers. However\, the exact role for crop advisers in promoting conservation agriculture remains unclear. Using social science data from Indiana and Michigan\, this webinar will discuss potential roles for crop advisers in promoting conservation agriculture. It will also convey how acceptable these roles are among crop advisers\, farmers\, and public agencies. \nRegister here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/the-role-of-crop-advisers-in-promoting-conservation-agriculture/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200715T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200707T162654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200707T162654Z
UID:309-1594818000-1594821600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:DATCP Grant Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin farmers can learn about several grant opportunities available through the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture\, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) during this grant-writing webinar.   DATCP staff will present information on the following grant programs:\n\nSpecialty Crop Block Grants\nDairy Processor Grants\nBuy Local\, Buy Wisconsin Grants\nProducer-Led Watershed Protection Grants\n\nInformation will be provided on the intended purpose of each grant\, deadlines\, available funding amounts\, eligible applicants\, and grant expectations.\n\nRegister here.\n\nFor more information about the series\, contact Diane at  diane.mayerfeld@wisc.edu
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/datcp-grant-opportunities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200715T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200715T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200706T171122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200706T171122Z
UID:296-1594816200-1594819800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Badger Crop Connect
DESCRIPTION:Badger Crop Connect is a new crop production webinar series developed by the University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension Crops and Soils Program for the 2020 growing season. Badger Crop Connect’s goal is to bring agronomists\, crops consultants and farmers timely crop updates for Wisconsin. This bi-weekly webinar is planned to continue through September. Webinars will have CCA CEUs available as assigned. There is 1.0 credit the area of Pest Management available for this webinar. \nJuly 15th Agenda: \nLocal Update on Crop Conditions \nKimberly Schmidt Shawano County Ag Educator                              \n2020 Soybean Disease Updates – Management Strategies  \nDamon Smith\, UW Madison Extension Crop Pathologist \nUsing Scouting Data to Manage Corn Rootworm and Other Insect Updates \nBryan Jensen\, UW Madison Crop Entomologist \n  \nRegister here by 5 pm CT on July 14th.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/badger-crop-connect/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200714T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200714T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200714T165841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T165841Z
UID:324-1594755000-1594760400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Practical Steps to Implementing  Regenerative Agriculture Principles & Practices
DESCRIPTION:Learning the Six Soil Health Principles\, the Four Ecosystem Processes\, and the Three Rules of Adaptive Stewardship are crucial first steps to initiating regenerative agriculture on your farm or ranch.  However\, how you practically implement those principles and rules is another matter.  In this webinar we will provide some very practical and achievable steps for starting\, and continuing\, your journey into regenerative agriculture and adaptive stewardship.  Questions we will address include:  What are the best baseline measurements to track?  How do you know if you are making progress?  How can you implement these steps and still maintain profitability?  Where can you strategically cut inputs\, equipment costs and reliance on products and services\, while realizing improvement in both productivity and net margins? \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/practical-steps-to-implementing-regenerative-agriculture-principles-practices/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200714T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200714T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200714T170900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T170900Z
UID:327-1594713600-1594746000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Setup and Logistics for Cover Crop Success
DESCRIPTION:Topics include: Fall and spring logistics; seeding preparation and process; coordination of services – termination\, nutrient management\, strip-tillage\, crop scouting. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/setup-and-logistics-for-cover-crop-success-2/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200717
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200623T183835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T183835Z
UID:290-1594684800-1594943999@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Partnership Training
DESCRIPTION:WI Land+Water along with DATCP\, DNR\, NRCS\, and Pheasants Forever will provide information about programs and topics integral to successful conservation programs. The draft agenda is posted at  https://wisconsinlandwater.org/training/conservation-employee-training  More training materials will be posted on this webpage prior to the training.  No registration is required for this free training\, but there is a limit of 250 participants. Join from your computer at  https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/213746573 You can also dial in using your phone: (571) 317-3122 –  Access Code: 213-746-573  Contact Penny at  Penny@wisconsinlandwater.org  with any questions and/or to be included in future training updates.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/conservation-partnership-training/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200713T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200713T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200623T183523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T183523Z
UID:289-1594648800-1594650600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Roller Pasture Series: Watering Systems
DESCRIPTION:We’ll learn about creating an efficient watering system – which is helpful when planning rotational grazing. Bill and Stacey have added water lines and developed a portable water tank system to improve the way they water their Low-Line cattle on their diverse livestock farm. Join us as Bill shows us what they have done and improved in designing this system. \nFind out more and register here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/roller-pasture-series-watering-systems/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200710T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200710T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183509
CREATED:20200623T181506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T181506Z
UID:288-1594377000-1594380600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:The Hydrology of Upper Watershed Wetlands: A Tour of Penokee Hills
DESCRIPTION:Upper watershed wetlands are critical to regulating water throughout watersheds\, yet they are among the most under-recognized wetlands in Wisconsin and sometimes some of the most altered. Join Wisconsin Wetland Association’s Executive Director Tracy Hames for a virtual tour of some intact headwater wetlands in the Penokee Hills in northern Wisconsin\, an area that was once the site of a proposed iron mine. Tracy will discuss the important functions of upper watershed wetlands for the health of watersheds and communities and share this beautiful and vital place with you. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/the-hydrology-of-upper-watershed-wetlands-a-tour-of-penokee-hills/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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