CAFO Workshop - Darlington General Session
2026-02-04 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Lafayette County Multipurpose Building, 11974 Ames Rd, Darlington, WI, 53530, United States
How To Stay in Compliance with Your Permit
An update meeting for WPDES-permitted CAFO owners/managers/key staff, nutrient management plan writers, engineers, agency staff, and consultants.
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CAFO Workshop - Jefferson General Session
2026-02-05 08:00 - 12:00 | Jefferson County Highway Department, 1425 S Wisconsin Drive, Jefferson, WI, United States

Midwest Cover Crops Council Annual Meeting 2026
2026-02-10 - 2026-02-11 | Grand River Center, 500 Bell St, Dubuque, IA, 52001, United States
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Midwest Cover Crops Council! Our MCCC Annual Meeting will take place on Tuesday, February 10th, in Dubuque, IA, and will be followed by a day of cover crop education on February 11th.
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Virtual 2026 Northern Soil Compaction Conference
2026-02-10 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-17 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-24 09:00 - 12:00
An international virtual event designed to help producers understand, manage, and prevent compaction.
The 2026 Northern Soil Compaction Conference will provide an opportunity to explore the latest research and practical solutions from top experts in the U.S. and Canada. Attendees can gain actionable insights to address current compaction issues, develop long-term management strategies, and learn about the benefits of these practices for productivity and profitability.
The conference will be held online from 9 a.m. to noon CST on Feb. 3, 10, 17, and 24.
Certified crop advisers may earn up to 12 continuing education units (CEUs) over the four days of the conference.
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DATCP Co-Op Training Series
2026-02-10 10:00 - 11:30
Online Co-Op Training Series
Manure Storage Ordinances, Livestock Siting, and Local Ordinances
DATCP staff are excited to invite you to learn more about DATCP’s conservation program offerings. DATCP will host three webinars on a variety of conservation topics. CEUs will be available for each webinar. Registration is required.
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CAFO Workshop - Mauston Engineering Session
2026-02-11 09:00 - 11:30 | Outdoors Forever Clubhouse, W4890 County Road N, Mauston, WI, United States
CAFO Engineering Technical Session
How To Stay in Compliance with Your Permit
An update meeting for WPDES-permitted CAFO owners/managers/key staff, nutrient management plan writers, engineers, agency staff, and consultants.
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CAFO Workshop - Mauston General Session
2026-02-11 12:00 - 16:00 | Outdoors Forever Clubhouse, W4890 County Road N, Mauston, WI, United States

CAFO Workshop - Chippewa Falls General Session
2026-02-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Market on the River, 128 W River St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States

CAFO Workshop - Virtual General Session
2026-02-19 08:00 - 12:00
NEW for 2026: Virtual option Thursday, Feb 19.
How To Stay in Compliance with Your Permit
An update meeting for WPDES-permitted CAFO owners/managers/key staff, nutrient management plan writers, engineers, agency staff, and consultants.
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Focus on Forage: Managed Grazing Webinar
2026-02-19 12:30 - 13:30
Focus on Forage is a FREE 4-part webinar series that highlights research-based information and farmer strategies to optimize forage yield, quality, and profitability in Wisconsin. Webinar speakers include forage industry experts, UW–Madison specialists, and extension educators. Certified Crop Advisor CEUs and ARPAS credits are available for each webinar.
This managed grazing webinar will explore pasture species selection to align with farm and grazing goals, the economics of pasture-raised heifers compared to those raised in confinement, and soil carbon and health in pasture.
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Role of Birds on Midwest Farms: Lesson #7 Webinar
2026-02-24 11:00 - 12:00
Lesson #7: Bridging Forestry, Farming, and Habitat
This 10-lesson virtual course teaches agricultural professionals and farmers how to support beneficial birds and manage pest birds on farms. By learning to assess the farm’s avian needs and opportunities, farms can be designed to support a diversity of beneficial birds. If pest birds are a problem, they can be discouraged with specific practices during the shorter periods when they cause damage. The sessions cover the latest research, tools, and resources, and are given by experts in avian pest control, entomology, ornithology, and conservation. While many topics and species are specific to the Midwest, most of the principles discussed are applicable across regions.
1 CCA credit available.
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Focus on Forage: Cover Crops
2026-02-26 12:30 - 13:30
Focus on Forage is a FREE 4-part webinar series that highlights research-based information and farmer strategies to optimize forage yield, quality, and profitability in Wisconsin. Webinar speakers include forage industry experts, UW–Madison specialists, and extension educators. Certified Crop Advisor CEUs and ARPAS credits are available for each webinar.
This forage cover crop webinar will discuss cover crop species and varieties for forage and grain systems, Wisconsin cover crop forage quality data updates, and using cover crop forages in dairy cow diets.
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Making the Most of Each Acre: Integrating Livestock onto Cropland
2026-02-26 17:00 - 20:00 | Dassel History Center and Ergot Museum, 901 1st St, Dassel, MN, 55325, United States
University of Minnesota Extension is hosting an interactive workshop on integrating crops and livestock.
Farmers will learn about important soil, finance, crop, and livestock concepts related to crop and livestock integration. In addition to presentations by Extension educators, participants will engage in activities to test their newfound knowledge. Participants will walk away from the workshop with knowledge, new connections, and a personalized plan for integrating crops and livestock on their farm.
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2026 Professional Dairy Producers Conference
2026-03-04 - 2026-03-05 | Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
The Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin (PDPW) 2026 Business Conference takes place March 4–5 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison.
This two‑day event brings together dairy producers, industry experts, and innovators for keynotes, breakout sessions, hands‑on learning, and the Hall of Ideas trade show, all centered on this year’s theme, Dairy’s Blueprint: Drafting Tomorrow’s Success.
CEUs are available for select sessions.
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Basic Conservation Information with Livestock & Manure Webinar
2026-03-09 13:00 - 14:00
Tech Talks returns March 9th from 1 – 2 PM with a free webinar session on Basic Conservation Information with Livestock & Manure: what it is, why it matters, and how understanding its characteristics supports better decisions around handling, storage, and land application.
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Role of Birds on Midwest Farms: Lesson #8 Webinar
2026-03-17 11:00 - 12:00
Lesson #8: Bird-Friendly Livestock Operations: From Grassland Conservation to Barn Swallow Fly Control
This 10-lesson virtual course teaches agricultural professionals and farmers how to support beneficial birds and manage pest birds on farms. By learning to assess the farm’s avian needs and opportunities, farms can be designed to support a diversity of beneficial birds. If pest birds are a problem, they can be discouraged with specific practices during the shorter periods when they cause damage.
The sessions will cover:

How Barn Swallows impact fly activity and fly populations in livestock operations.
How birds can be farmers’ allies and play an important role as pest controllers.
New approaches for wildlife conservation.

1 CCA credit available.
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Discovery Farms 2026 Multi-State Webinar
2026-03-24 09:00 - 11:30
Discovery Farms 2026 Multi-State Webinar
Discovery Farms® Programs in Wisconsin, Vermont, Arkansas, and Minnesota will present program updates and new data. Join this interactive webinar to learn more about farmer-led water quality research in these four states and celebrate 25 years of the Discovery Farms Program. This 2.5-hour webinar will begin at 9:00 a.m. CST/10:00 a.m. EST.
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Role of Birds on Midwest Farms: Lesson #9 Webinar
2026-04-07 11:00 - 12:00
Lesson #9: Semi-Natural Habitats and Birds as Pest Managers
This 10-lesson virtual course teaches agricultural professionals and farmers how to support beneficial birds and manage pest birds on farms. By learning to assess the farm’s avian needs and opportunities, farms can be designed to support a diversity of beneficial birds. If pest birds are a problem, they can be discouraged with specific practices during the shorter periods when they cause damage.
1 CCA credit available.
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Build Farmer Networks for Conservation Virtual Workshop Session #1
2026-05-04 11:00 - 13:00
Build Farmer Networks for Conservation: A Virtual Train-the-Trainer Workshop for Conservation Professionals
May 4, 11 & 18, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. CT | Free | Zoom
Learn how to deliver the Skills for Building Farmer Networks for Conservation curriculum and strengthen your ability to support farmer‑led conservation efforts. This three‑session virtual workshop builds confidence, practical skills, and connections with peers across the region.
Registration required; attendance at all three sessions is mandatory. Register by April 27th.
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Build Farmer Networks for Conservation Virtual Workshop Session #2
2026-05-11 11:00 - 13:00

Certified Soil Tester Training
2026-05-13 09:00 - 2026-05-14 15:00 | Jefferson County Highway Department, 1425 S Wisconsin Drive, Jefferson, WI, United States
Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (POWTS) Certified Soil Tester (CST) Training
Certified Soil Tester Training will be held May 13–14 in Jefferson, offering classroom and field instruction on soil and site evaluations for POWTS in Wisconsin. The course is suited for those preparing for the CST exam and provides 12 hours of continuing education for current CST credential holders. Early registration runs through April 30, with late registration accepted until the class is full.
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Build Farmer Networks for Conservation Virtual Workshop Session #3
2026-05-18 11:00 - 13:00
