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Explore our Conservation Calendar for information on conservation-related events and trainings hosted across Wisconsin and beyond.
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Join Ken Genskow, Jackson Parr, and Ashley Cate of Extension for an engaging session discussing statewide work on building greater capacity in Wisconsin’s rural communities to prepare for amplified weather extremes. Collaborating with farmers, local hazard planning and emergency management officials, and rural schools, their team aims to provide data, tools, and resources that enhance […]
SnapPlus V3 is now available for nutrient management planning! Join us for a one-day training on V3 of SnapPlus. We will discuss building a plan from scratch in V3 as well as demonstrate converting a V2 plan into V3. There will also be time to work on plans, and we’ll have SnapPlus developers present to […]
Northeast-Midwest Prescribed Fire Science and Management Workshop This year, the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy is taking a fresh approach with its 2025 Workshop by introducing a “Blended Learning Excursion.” The event will span three days, combining virtual learning with in-person field trip opportunities across the Northeast and Midwest. - Day One will feature […]
Participants will have the opportunity to interact one-on-one with Rodale Institute’s Midwest Organic Center staff and team of Organic Consultants, and learn about our research and demonstration projects focused on organic agriculture and tailored for farmers in the Midwest. This event is ideal for researchers, students, educators and all farmers, whether you are interested in […]
Meet the Cates family: multigenerational farmers, conservation champions, and stewards of the land. On July 10, you're invited to a free virtual event that brings their story to life. From rebuilding their family farm to transforming a watershed, Dick Cates and his family have redefined what it means to farm with a land ethic—and inspire […]
Spend a day in the field with UW–Madison Extension’s forage-focused researchers, crops educators, statewide conservation cropping specialists to uncover new strategies for crop persistence, management, and pest management in forage systems. July 15, 2025 | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Arlington Ag Research Station N633 Hopkins Rd Register Here Learn More
SnapPlus V3 is now available for nutrient management planning! Join us for a one-day training on V3 of SnapPlus. We will discuss building a plan from scratch in V3 as well as demonstrate converting a V2 plan into V3. There will also be time to work on plans, and we’ll have SnapPlus developers present to […]
In field discussion on efficient use of nitrogen, including nitrogen utilization research, forage inventory and planning for livestock feeding, and the farm pulse program. 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Location: Augusta, WI Register Here
This is one of three field-based trainings that will be offered this summer as part of the hydrology fundamentals and hydrologic assessment training series developed by DATCP and Wisconsin Wetlands Association. The purpose of these trainings is to provide opportunities for participants to: 1) Observe the landscape from the perspective of source, transport, and depositional […]
WI Farm Tour: Agroforestry 101 & Plant Breeding Join Tree Crop Breeder Kathleen Rhoades and Ecosystem Scientist Nate Lawrence for a hands-on tour at Valley Farm. Learn the basics of agroforestry, explore plant breeding for tree crops, and hear biodiversity findings from three seasons of field monitoring. Ideal for producers curious about sustainable agriculture. Valley […]
SnapPlus V3 is now available for nutrient management planning! Join us for a one-day training on V3 of SnapPlus. We will discuss building a plan from scratch in V3 as well as demonstrate converting a V2 plan into V3. There will also be time to work on plans, and we’ll have SnapPlus developers present to […]
Wisconsin Farmers Union invites you to join us Friday, July 18th at WFU Kamp Kenwood for our Annual Summer Conference. Join us for lunch, updates from WFU Staff, the Chapter Presidents' Meeting, and our annual pie contest. All are welcome to attend! 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Location: Chippewa Falls, WI Learn More
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