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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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Michael Fields Agricultural Institute is offering this free, hands-on workshop in Spring Green, Wisconsin. The MFAI team will guide you through brand-new programs that accurately predict the effects of management changes on your farm. Info here.
The Weston Roundtable is made possible by a generous donation from Roy F. Weston, a highly accomplished UW-Madison alumnus. Designed to promote a robust understanding of sustainability science, engineering, and policy, these interactive lectures are co-sponsored by the Center for Sustainability and the Global Environment (SAGE), the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, and the Office of Sustainability […]
All women farmers, landowners and conservationists from the Vernon, Crawford, Grant and surrounding counties are welcome to attend—whatever your background, from beginners to experts! At this gathering, we will dig into the details on dirt—no, make that soil! What can you learn about soil from the way it feels and smells? What does its texture […]
The USDA National Agroforestry Center's 10-part webinar seriescontinues with this session on the Agricultural Marketing Service's Specialty Crop Multi-State Program. Participants will hear from both USDA program specialists and people who have used the program to support their agroforestry work. Info here.
Please join Renewing the Countryside and the Farmland Access Hub on Saturday, April 8 in Spring Valley, WI to network and learn about farm transition and financing. • Talk with experienced Farmland Access Navigators about the various kinds of support the Hub can provide. • Learn about financing options and alternative methods of accessing land. […]
This symposium will guide attendees through the complex process of restoring native plant communities at locations that require removal of above ground structures, underground tanks, utilities, and contaminated soils. Speakers will address engaging stakeholders, planning, permitting, contracting, structure removal, soil remediation, and reestablishing soil health prior to planting. Info here.
Join the Yale Forest Forum Spring 2023 Speaker Series Webinar entitled “Smallholder planted trees and forests for climate, restored landscapes, and human livelihoods” held on Tuesdays from January 17-April 25th. This webinar series will focus on ways to harness the potential of smallholder planted forests and trees to contribute to the provision of environmental services, […]
Managers facing transforming lakes can benefit from considering broader objectives beyond a traditional focus on resisting change. They can also consider whether accepting inevitable change or directing it along some desirable pathway is more practical and appropriate under some circumstances (the RAD framework). Here, we’ll introduce the RAD framework and highlight a decision-support tool for […]
This two-morning webinar offers stormwater professionals a chance to hear experts from around the state share their experiences in green infrastructure, bioswale renovation, construction erosion control, permeable streets, phosphorus export, chlorides, planting and vegetation, and more. This training offers PDHs. Info here.
The UW-Madison Division of Extension’s Ag Institute and the UW-Madison Nutrient and Pest Management Program will be hosting the fourth annual Badger Crop Connect webinar series for the 2023 growing season. The purpose of this series is to provide agronomists, crop consultants, and farmers with timely crop updates for Wisconsin. These free webinars will be […]
This free webinar will provide an introduction to groundwater, well construction, water quality, and well care best practices for environmental health professionals and others who serve well owners. Information on how to find local experts and sources of additional free training will be included. We'll also introduce our upcoming online workshops (4 hours, also free) on assessing […]
Join us for this in-person or virtual hybrid edition of Clean Lakes 101 to learn about how phosphorus recovered from wastewater not only benefits our local waterways, but can be reused within the food system. Register as an in-person attendee or to receive a Zoom link through your confirmation email and watch virtually. Info here.
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