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SUMMARY:Soil Heath Virtual Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Soil itself is a living ecosystem\, home to organisms from plant roots\, microbes\, and fungi\, to earthworms\, all interacting with each other\, and aiding nutrient and water availability to plant life. Tune in to explore how the physical\, chemical\, and biological properties of soil affect that ecosystem\, in our virtual field trip on Soil Health. Learn about research-based soil health practices taught by our University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Soils Instructor and hear from the Arkansas Soil Health Alliance and a local farmer about their real-life experiences with improving soil health. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/soil-heath-virtual-field-trip/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T133000
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SUMMARY:Forestry Birds and Commonly Used Herbicides for Habitat Management
DESCRIPTION:Managing forest habitat for birds doesn’t have to be difficult and often aligns closely with familiar forestry practices. Learn what bird species rely on forests\, why their presence is a quick and dependable indicator of forest health\, and how to use this information to speak with both foresters and landowners to maximize forest productivity across multiple disciplines. This webinar will also cover methods\, tools\, and application rates of herbicides frequently used in habitat management.\n\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/forestry-birds-and-commonly-used-herbicides-for-habitat-management/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201109T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201109T160000
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SUMMARY:Choosing the Right Animal for the Right Place at the Right Time
DESCRIPTION:Livestock of all shapes and sizes offer opportunities but can also do damage! Join us to learn some of the differences and when to leverage different types for different uses. This is the third and final part of a three-part silviculture webinar series. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/choosing-the-right-animal-for-the-right-place-at-the-right-time/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201109T193000
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UID:585-1604946600-1604950200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Leasing Your Land
DESCRIPTION:As a landowner\, you want to be a responsible steward of your land and maintain its natural assets for future generations. Soil is one of the most important assets of land\, but it’s not always obvious how to work with an operator to protect it. A good relationship and a strong\, fair lease can put an owner and operator on the same page regarding soil health. In this series\, presenters will start at the beginning to help you better understand your soil\, conservation practices\, and how to develop a good lease. You’ll also receive a lease template and resources so you can keep learning!\n\n\nMonday\, November 9 – Understanding Your Farmland\nWednesday\, November 11 – Protecting Soil and Water\nMonday\, November 16 – Developing a Farmland Lease\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/leasing-your-land/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201019T182826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T182826Z
UID:533-1604998800-1605006000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Pest Management Update
DESCRIPTION:The format for the Wisconsin Pest Management Update will be different this year because of COVID-19. Presentations will include pest management information for Wisconsin field and forage crops. Speakers will include Mark Renz\, Nick Arneson\, and Rodrigo Werle\, Weed Scientists\, Damon Smith\, Plant Pathologist\, and Bryan Jensen\, Entomologist. Virtual meetings with the same content will be offered multiple times the week of November 9 and will run for 2 hours each. The dates and times are listed below\, please choose the option that best fits your schedule. There are also 2 CCA CEUs in the area of Pest Management available for this meeting. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wisconsin-pest-management-update/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201102T192158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T192158Z
UID:588-1605006000-1605015000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Biochar Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:This biochar webinar series will provide an introduction to biochar and review some current advances in biochar science\, with subsequent discussion of nursery and landscape research and applications. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/biochar-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201111T090000
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SUMMARY:A New Vision for the Yahara River Estuary
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation\, we’ll hear from representatives of the Dane County Land & Water Resources Department\, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR)\, UW-Madison\, City of Madison\, and the Town of Westport as they work together to create a long-term vision for a portion of the Cherokee-Yahara River Estuary. The approximately 670-acre project area represents the primary inlet of water into Lake Mendota and is designated an Area of Special Natural Resource Interest (ASNRI) by the WDNR. Located on the north side of Lake Mendota\, stakeholders seek to develop a long-term rehabilitation plan that will enhance (i) recreation\, (ii) fisheries and wildlife\, (iii) water quality and vegetation\, and (iv) erosion and sediment trapping in the estuary. Key efforts include dedicated outreach initiatives such as public meetings\, online surveys\, and workshops to better understand local needs. Our speakers will report results from the joint effort and outcomes of the public engagement process. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/a-new-vision-for-the-yahara-river-estuary/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201111T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201102T193137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T193137Z
UID:594-1605103200-1605106800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Market-Based Approaches to Conservation
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will discuss different market-based approaches of rewarding producers and communities for conservation practice implementation and overview several examples of innovative solutions for financing sustainable agriculture. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/market-based-approaches-to-conservation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T153000
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CREATED:20201102T193520Z
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UID:595-1605191400-1605195000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Profitability Strategies: Lessons Learned Farming Regenerative
DESCRIPTION:Tune in for this panel with three farmers – who have\, together\, used regenerative practices for over three decades – as they discuss the mistakes they made and how they would do it differently to maximize success. This webinar will cover:\n\n\nHow these farmers started out\, whether bringing on cover crops\, no-till\, rotational grazing\, or another beneficial farming practice\nThe mistakes made and solutions discovered after years of trial and error and how growers starting out now can have an easier path to success\nThe strength of Indigo’s tools and data for rapidly integrating regenerative farming practices\n\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/595/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201102T194824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T194824Z
UID:596-1605609000-1605614400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:G-Team Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The G-Team is hosted by GrassWorks as a networking opportunity for interagency grazing professionals throughout Wisconsin. This meeting will focus on giving attendees a chance to share what they have been working on this year and will feature brief updates on the Ask-A-Grazier groups and the Midwest Grazing Exchange platform. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/g-team-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201102T195653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T195653Z
UID:598-1605609000-1605614400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Digging Deeper into Silvopasture
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will feature presentations from SFA’s Silvopasture & Agroforestry team\, Diane Mayerfeld\, Lance Smith\, and Terri Peters. Agenda:\n\n\nGetting Started with Silvopasture\nPlanning Design Considerations from Pasture to Silvopasture\nPlanning Design Considerations from Forest to Silvopasture\nUsing EQIP Funds for Silvopasture Establishment\nGetting Started with Silvopasture Using Cost-Share Programs\nOther Funding Opportunities for Silvopasture\n\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/digging-deeper-into-silvopasture/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201102T201443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T201532Z
UID:599-1605610800-1605614400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Practical Measures of the Soil Microbiome: How do Crop Advisors Use the Data?
DESCRIPTION:Measuring and assessing soil health are 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 of the soil microbiome. Understanding the soil microbiome is a new frontier\, yet critical to successful regenerative agriculture and sustainable crop production. Measurements of soil microbes include phospholipid fatty acid (PLFA) analyses\, quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR)\, 16s ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and Internal Transcribed Spacer (ITS) amplicon sequencing\, and metagenomics. Though these measurements are still being explored\, the Soil Health Institute\, through this webinar\, aims to provide attendees with a practical understanding of these measurements and describe what kind of information these measurements yield. 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/practical-measures-of-the-soil-microbiome-how-do-crop-advisors-use-the-data/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201102T202407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T202407Z
UID:600-1605618000-1605621600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Winter Management of Livestock Grazing Operations
DESCRIPTION:Join this webinar explore options and opportunities when planning for the winter months in a livestock grazing operation. During the winter months\, grazing operations often face their biggest challenges when dealing with both environmental degradation of the natural resources and livestock health. Many times\, there is more than one way to protect resources while keeping livestock healthy. This webinar will discuss options that can be planned within a total grazing management plan. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/winter-management-of-livestock-grazing-operations/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201102T204115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T204115Z
UID:601-1605688200-1605699000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:PFAS Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This two-session (3 hours per session) webinar will discuss:\n\n~Legal basis for regulatory intervention\n~Water quality sampling & analysis challenges\n~Extent of contamination by PFAS compounds in the U.S.\n~Economic effects of impacted groundwater on end-users and utilities\n~Summary of latest research findings on health and environmental impact\n​~Legal remedies for recovering treatment costs by utilities and water agencies\n~Equipment options for removal of PFAS compounds from groundwater\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/pfas-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201102T204926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T204926Z
UID:604-1605693600-1605713400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Dairy Summit
DESCRIPTION:In addition to research presentations\, there will be three panel sessions designed to stimulate ideas and discussion:\n\n\nA diverse panel of farmers will discuss important topics related to their unique farming systems and how current and future Hub-funded research can address these challenges.\nOpportunities and innovations in the supply chain will be the focus of a processor panel. This group will discuss how with Hub can enhance current resources available to existing and aspiring processors.\nA legislative panel discussion about support for the Hub and Wisconsin agriculture will feature three advocates for agriculture and dairy: Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green)\, Rep. Dave Considine (D-Baraboo) and Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc).\n\n\nFinishing out the day will be a virtual tour of Pioneer Farm\, UW-Platteville’s 430-acre\, 180-cow teaching\, research\, and outreach farm. UW-Platteville will serve as the virtual host for the event.\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/dairy-summit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201102T205405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T205405Z
UID:606-1605697200-1605700800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Climate Action: Forest Service Research Perspectives and Priorities
DESCRIPTION:The Northern Research Station (NRS) is one of seven research stations of the USDA Forest Service that provide scientific information and decision tools to help land managers and communities practice sustainable stewardship of their lands and waterways. Based in the twenty-state region of the Northeast and North Central U.S.\, NRS scientists and staff conduct multi-disciplinary research with diverse partners and practitioners to address the nation’s most pressing forest conservation challenges. Understanding and adapting to climate change is a major emphasis – NRS is a consortium member of the Northeast Climate Adaptation Science Center\, hosts two USDA Climate Hubs\, and leads the Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science. This webinar will present the station’s climate science portfolio\, current research priorities\, and a number of promising efforts to help curb the impacts of climate change to water\, land\, and people. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/supporting-climate-action-forest-service-research-perspectives-and-priorities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201102T210111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T210111Z
UID:607-1605780000-1605787200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Designing of the Next Generation of Sustainable Urban Stormwater Practices
DESCRIPTION:The design of urban stormwater practices has been under continuous evolution over the last five decades in response to new sizing criteria\, flooding concerns\, changing climate and practice failure. This webcast will look into the future about what the next generation of stormwater designs may look like\, using bioretention and swales as case study. Future practices in the Chesapeake Bay watershed will need to provide more reliable pollutant removal\, be resilient in the face of extreme rainfall and have a sustainable maintenance burden that can extend their design life. CSN will briefly summarize some of the key research in each of these areas\, and discuss their implications for current and future design. Lastly\, CSN will suggest some pathways for adopting these changes into the next generation of stormwater manuals.\n\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/designing-of-the-next-generation-of-sustainable-urban-stormwater-practices/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201029T221157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201029T221157Z
UID:578-1605787200-1605792600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Overview of Current Research and Innovation at the Water Research Foundation (WRF)
DESCRIPTION:During the webinar\, WRF will share relevant information for state drinking water programs about their research efforts and projects on: Per- and polyfluorylalkyl substances (PFAS)\, Lead and copper\, Harmful algal blooms (HABs)\, Disinfection byproducts (DBPs) and Premise plumbing. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/overview-of-current-research-and-innovation-at-the-water-research-foundation-wrf/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T134500
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201029T220646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201029T220646Z
UID:576-1605787200-1605793500@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:WI Stormwater and Watershed
DESCRIPTION:Join CSWEA Wisconsin Watershed and Stormwater Committee and Marquette University for this webinar offering examples of WEF\, regulatory agencies\, wastewater utilities\, and counties leading efforts to address the water quantity and quality challenges our communities face. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wi-stormwater-and-watershed/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201202T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201102T210501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T210501Z
UID:609-1606903200-1606906800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Proprietary Storm Water Filtration Devices (1010)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter Eric Rortvedt\, WDNR Water Resources Engineer\, will go over the new WDNR technical standard of Proprietary Storm Water Filtration Devices (1010). These are commercially available flow-through devices to remove stormwater pollutants. They are generally below ground chambers with replaceable granular media cartridges or membranes. The potential use and general sizing of these devices to meet ch. NR 151 post-construction performance standards for total suspended solids and total phosphorus will be discussed. 1 PDH will be offered. \nRegister by noon on November 30 at https://conta.cc/3cx03yn
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/proprietary-storm-water-filtration-devices-1010/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201112T202123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T202231Z
UID:622-1606910400-1606914000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Farms Virtual Conference Series
DESCRIPTION:Discovery Farms Programs in Wisconsin and Minnesota are excited to bring to you a virtual conference series this winter. Join them on seven Wednesdays for one hour each week as we cover topics like water quality\, soil health\, climate change\, and more!
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/discovery-farms-virtual-conference-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T115000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201120T184510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201120T184510Z
UID:630-1606984200-1606996200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Soil Water and Nutrient Management Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The 2020 Soil\, Water and Nutrient Management Meetings will be virtual this year due to COVID-19. The meetings will include topics related to the value of soil organic matter and how to build it (Matt Ruark)\, lessons learned about corn nitrogen management in Wisconsin and the Midwest (Carrie Laboski)\, and challenges of liquid dairy manure management in Wisconsin (Francisco Arriaga). Each topic discussion will last 50 minutes with a 10 minute break between each topic. CEUs will be offered in Nutrient Management\, and Soil and Water for Certified Crop Advisers. There is no charge for this event\, but registration is required. There are two sessions to choose from\, both sessions will present the same information. Please choose the one that best fits your schedule. \nMeeting times: \nThursday\, December 3 from 8:30-11:50am\nModerator: Richard Halopka\, Extension Clark County Agriculture Educator \nFriday\, December 4 from 12:30-3:50pm\nModerator: Kimberly Schmidt\, Extension Shawano County Agriculture Educator \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/soil-water-and-nutrient-management-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201102T210722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T210722Z
UID:610-1606986000-1606996800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Cover Crop Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Join other row crop and livestock farmers for a virtual cover crop boot camp. We’ll hear how cover crops can improve soil health\, weed suppression\, and opportunities for livestock grazing. Come and advance your understanding of how cover crops can work for you. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/cover-crop-boot-camp/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201130T194441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T194441Z
UID:642-1606996800-1607000400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Dairy Margin Coverage Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:The Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program is an important risk management tool for dairy producers from the USDA-Farm Service Agency. This voluntary insurance product allows producers to protect against low margins\, specifically\, the difference between the announced All Milk price and the calculated feed costs to produce milk. UW-Madison\, Division of Extension\, is providing dairy producers an opportunity to ensure they are making the correct DMC coverage level decision for their operation. Pre-registration is required by e-mailing to scott.reuss@wisc.edu
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/dairy-margin-coverage-decision-making/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201130T195447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T195447Z
UID:643-1607083200-1607088600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Managing for Low Organic Commodity Crop Prices
DESCRIPTION:Each week webinars will feature a topic related to organic grain production. Brief presentations will be followed by an open discussion.\n\nDecember 4 – Creating a profitable organic grain rotation through transition and beyond\n\nDecember 11 – Organic pea agronomy and markets\n\nDecember 18 – Managing through tough financial times and low organic grain prices\n\nJanuary 8 – 60″ corn in organic systems – what are we learning?\n\nParticipation is free\, but pre-registration will be required for each session.\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/managing-for-low-organic-commodity-crop-prices/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201208T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
CREATED:20201130T200334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T200334Z
UID:647-1607418000-1607433300@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Organic Dairy Systems Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Organic Dairy Systems Summit\, hosted by the Milk Quality Improvement Program at Cornell University\, will assess the challenges and opportunities currently facing the organic dairy industry. Topics include organic dairy research needs\, state of the organic dairy industry\, market outlook for the organic dairy industry\, and challenges and opportunities facing producers\, processors\, and retailers of organic dairy products. Attendees will hear directly from organic dairy industry stakeholders\, including farmers\, processors\, retailers\, and extension professionals\, making this summit of broad interest across the organic dairy system. \nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/organic-dairy-systems-summit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151625
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SUMMARY:Digging into Soil Health: The Role of Soil Microbes
DESCRIPTION:Looking to maximize the health of your soil? Are you interested in leveraging soil microbes to improve soil health and yield? It’s no secret that soil health is important. Healthy soils can affect a number of results from crop yield\, to disease suppression\, nutrient availability\, and more. This webinar will discuss:\n\nBest practices for building soil health\nThe role of soil microbes in soil health\, crop performance\, and nutrient efficiency\nHow soil health can lead to improved profit per acre for the farm\nInsights and data from university studies and Holganix studies on incorporating soil health practices\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/digging-into-soil-health-the-role-of-soil-microbes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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UID:654-1607421600-1607610600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Crop & Pest Management Connect
DESCRIPTION:This three-day\, online conference will focus on different crop topics each day:\n\nTuesday\, December 8 – Corn\n\nWednesday\, December 9 – Soybean\n\nThursday\, December 10 – Wide range of topics – alfalfa\, tillage\, weed science\, cover crops\, and others\n\nEach day will include eight short presentations followed by a live question and answer period so that participants can engage with academic experts from Minnesota and surrounding states.\n\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/crop-pest-management-connect/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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UID:650-1607425200-1607428800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Standard Measurements of Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Measuring and assessing soil health are 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 highlight how the Institute is using data from the North American Project to Evaluate Soil Health Measurements to develop a standard set of measurements for both monitoring and evaluating soil health. The Institute has collected over 30 measurements across 124 long-term agricultural research plots resulting in the analysis of over 2\,000 soil samples. This presentation will focus on how the Institute is classifying soil functioning\, associating specific soil functions with soil health measurements\, and using this new data set to inform measurement selection. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/standard-measurements-of-soil-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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UID:651-1607432400-1607436000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Lessons Learned from Indiana Conservation Cropping Systems On-Farm Soil Health Research/Demonstration Sites
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will discuss the lessons learned by the Indiana Conservation Cropping Systems Initiative (CCSI) in a statewide program to establish soil health demonstration plots on farmers’ fields. In 2012 the CCSI started establishing on-farm trials to test different soil health practices and to use commercial soil health tests to document changes in soil health with time. The farmer cooperators were also a key part of the education/outreach team for field days\, workshops\, and small group interactions with other farmers not yet using soil health practices. This webinar will discuss some of the challenges of this project and some recommendations for future projects with similar goals. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/lessons-learned-from-indiana-conservation-cropping-systems-on-farm-soil-health-research-demonstration-sites/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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