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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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Now in its 16th year, The Stewardship Network Conference is the moment where theory meets practice and curiosity leads to solutions. Each annual convening unifies hundreds of professionals, students, and volunteers from a dazzling array of environmental fields. Here they share their setbacks and successes, compare advancements and techniques, and revel in diverse perspectives and […]
The Wisconsin Corn•Soy Expo is Wisconsin's premier grower event where the Wisconsin Soybean Programs, Wisconsin Corn Programs, and the Wisconsin Pork Association bring together over 1,200 corn and soybean growers and pork producers. It is held each year in January or February at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. The trade show hosts over 120 […]
With new populations of zebra mussels being found in NW Wisconsin residents and decision-makers are concerned about the effects zebra mussels will have on our water resources. The Zebra Mussel Forum will cover a range of topics and case studies including: • zebra mussel establishment, growth, and impacts to the ecosystem • local decontamination actions […]
What makes for an ideal Christmas tree site and what steps can be taken to mitigate potential problems? Dr. Randall will discuss site selection, tree species, and matching tree species to location. Matching plant species to the site can greatly increase tree survivability. Info here.
Do you hold a strong passion for conservation in your heart but feel overwhelmed by how to actively start caring for your land? Are you on a limited budget and looking for resources to help steward your land? Join us for expert insight into what are the first simple steps to take to understanding your […]
This webinar will discuss biological nutrient management in organic agriculture using a resource-conserving approach to nutrient management that builds soil nutrient retention, cycling, and delivery capacity. Participants in this training will be provided foundational information on biological nutrient management practices and up-to-date research in organic agricultural systems. This webinar will include the importance of soil […]
This Tech Talk will highlight the revisions to the Native Vegetation Establishment and Enhancement Guidelines including: A walk-through of the new and improved web-based format Exceptions and applicability with BWSR Programs Seed quality and sourcing Climate change considerations Seed mixes and related resources BWSR presenters are Dan Shaw, Brad Wozney, and Suzanne Rhees. Info here.
Sponsored by OPACA/Farm & Food Care this webinar will follow-up from a video series produced to highlight handling manure on the farm in today’s world. Intended as an interactive session, a panel will discuss with participants the benefits, challenges and technology or information gaps in making the most from manure (webinar will extend beyond 2 […]
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Learn how to identify various common weeds in the vegetable garden and use their life cycles and other techniques to manage them. Cultural techniques will be stressed, but organic and traditional chemical control products will be briefly discussed as well. Info here.
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Join us at the Monona Terrace in Madison, WI for a statewide conference on phosphorus to learn from various perspectives about how numeric phosphorus standards have been implemented in Wisconsin. Agency representatives will present an overview of P regulations, academic speakers will present on various P related research projects, and regulated entities, producers, and farmers will […]
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