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SUMMARY:Southwest Kansas Grazing Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Kansas Soil Health Alliance\, along with No-Till on the Plains\, Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition\, and American Farmland Trust\, are planning a grazing bus tour in Southwest Kansas.  \n\n\n\nAttendees will board a charter bus and travel to Lohrding 3 Bar Ranch\, Lazy KT Ranch\, and Wiltse Family Farms. Presentations from Kurt Dale and Robert Ellis will be heard throughout the event. The Best Western in Greensburg is the base location for the tour bus and will be where both days begin and end.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/southwest-kansas-grazing-tour/
LOCATION:Best Western Greensburg\, 515 W. Kansas Ave\, Greensburg\, Kansas\, 67054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Kansas
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas Soil Health Alliance":MAILTO:Jennifer@KSsoilhealth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T170000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
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SUMMARY:Tallgrass Range Academy
DESCRIPTION:Step into the heart of Kansas’ iconic Flint Hills and experience the nation’s largest remaining expanse of tallgrass prairie. The Tallgrass Range Academy is a three-day\, hands-on learning experience designed for ranchers\, landowners\, conservation professionals\, and anyone interested in improving rangeland stewardship. \n\n\n\nParticipants will explore the unique challenges and opportunities of managing tallgrass ecosystems while learning practical tools that can be applied directly to their operations. Through classroom discussions\, field exercises\, and peer-to-peer learning\, attendees will gain valuable knowledge from experienced ranchers\, agency professionals\, and university specialists.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/tallgrass-range-academy/
LOCATION:Camp Wood YMCA\, 101 Camp Wood Road\, Elmdale\, Kansas\, 66850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southeast Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T140000
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SUMMARY:Jewell County Conservation District Soil Health Tour
DESCRIPTION:Charter bus will start loading at 6:oo AM at the Mankato Livestock parking lot on Wednesday August 12th. \n\n\n\nDeparture Time will be 6:30 AM \n\n\n\nAfter the daylong tour at the Wiltse Family Farms operation\, we will be stopping in Russell\, Kansas for a dutch treat supper.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/jewell-county-conservation-district-soil-health-tour/
LOCATION:Mankato Livestock Auction\, 810 N. Commercial Street\, Mankato\, Kansas\, 66956\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northcentral Kansas
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewell County Conservation District":MAILTO:sherry.koster@ks.nacdnet.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260805T222432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T222436Z
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SUMMARY:Local Water Consult Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Kansas Water Office\, Kansas Department of Agriculture\, and Kansas Department of Health and Environment will be conducting local consult meetings between July 28\, 2026\, and August 27\, 2026\, to elevate water planning and share insights on existing and future funding.  \n\n\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to share work that is being done as it relates to water conservation\, quality issues\, and funding related to community infrastructure and regional planning. The meetings will also allow Kansans to learn about the state’s water supply and how it impacts local growth or sustainability\, as well as explore future opportunities to ensure a clean and robust water supply.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/local-water-consult-meeting/
LOCATION:Labette Community College- Cardinal Event Center\, 1306 Main Street\, Parsons\, Kansas\, 67357\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southeast Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T140000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260714T192850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T192855Z
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SUMMARY:Kauffman Seeds Soil Health Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Cover Crop Field Day. We will have a tour of demonstrations in the field in the morning at our main location\, followed by presentations inside the rest of the day. This year we will have Jerry Doan\, from Black Leg Ranch. He will share with us their soil health journey and experiences in their operation. We will have time out in the plots in the morning\, and Jerry will speak after the noon time meal.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/kauffman-seeds-soil-health-field-day/
LOCATION:Kauffman Seeds\, Inc.\, 9218 S. Halstead Street\, Hutchinson\, Kansas\, 67501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T123000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260707T200645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T200650Z
UID:10001425-1786620600-1786624200@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Good Idea Shop Talks: Week 2 (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:This week’s topic: What are the benefits of virtual fencing for managed grazing\, and do they outweigh the costs of a subscription? Pitched by Maryland producer Amanda Cather \n\n\n\nThis free\, virtual meet-up series is for producers who want to exchange ideas for troubleshooting on-farm challenges related to improving soil and water resources\, while protecting profitability. \n\n\n\nHave you found yourself wishing you could talk to other producers who are using or considering conservation practices to improve their soil\, land\, and bottom lines? \n\n\n\nWhether you lack peers in your community whom you can talk to\, or you just want to hear what producers elsewhere are doing and learning\, this meet-up series is for you.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/good-idea-shop-talks-week-2-virtual/
LOCATION:Kansas
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260805T190321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T190324Z
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SUMMARY:Ranch Management Field Day
DESCRIPTION:McCurry Angus Ranch\, owned by John and Melody McCurry and John’s mother\, Mary\, will host the August 13th Kansas Livestock Association (KLA)/Kansas State University Ranch Management Field Day west of Burrton\, KS. The program’s educational sessions will highlight virtual fencing technology\, options for reducing woody encroachment in grasslands and the latest outlook for the cattle market. The field day will begin with registration at 3:30 pm CDT and end with a free beef dinner. All livestock producers and others involved in the business are invited to attend.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/ranch-management-field-day/
LOCATION:McCurry Angus Ranch\, 11007 E. Illinois Ave.\, Hutchinson\, Kansas\, 67501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T160000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260624T023547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T190031Z
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SUMMARY:Rangeland Management/Prescribed Fire Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sessions include: Using prescribed fire to reduce Old World Bluestem\, Mitchell County Burn Regulations\, Planning and conducting a successful prescribed burn\, and more!
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/grazing-management-prescribed-burning-workshop/
LOCATION:Mitchell County Rural District #1\, 1399 Leann Ln\, Asherville\, Kansas\, 67420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northeast Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Mitchell-Co-Rangeland-Mgmt.pdf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T150000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260729T213921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213925Z
UID:10001451-1786957200-1787065200@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Ranching for Profit Workshop: Economics\, Ecology and Ranch Management
DESCRIPTION:Join Jordan Steele of Ranch Management Consultants for a two-day workshop. Participants will learn valuable techniques to increase the financial sustainability of their operations\, as well as insight into the relationship between ecology and grazing principles.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/ranching-for-profit-workshop-economics-ecology-and-ranch-management/
LOCATION:Pratt County 4-H Building\, 81 Lake Road\, Pratt\, Kansas\, 67124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T143000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260729T212933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T212941Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Fence Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about virtual fence? Join us for an informal workshop. Lunch provided. RSVPs requested by August 14 to Lori.Siebert@ks.nacdnet.net or Lisa.Suderman@ks.nacdnet.net or call the office at 620-382-3714 ext. 3
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/virtual-fence-workshop/
LOCATION:Marion County Lake Hall\, #1 Office Drive\, Marion\, Kansas\, 66861\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas,Southeast Kansas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T160000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260805T222856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T222900Z
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SUMMARY:Local Water Consult Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Kansas Water Office\, Kansas Department of Agriculture\, and Kansas Department of Health and Environment will be conducting local consult meetings between July 28\, 2026\, and August 27\, 2026\, to elevate water planning and share insights on existing and future funding.  \n\n\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to share work that is being done as it relates to water conservation\, quality issues\, and funding related to community infrastructure and regional planning. The meetings will also allow Kansans to learn about the state’s water supply and how it impacts local growth or sustainability\, as well as explore future opportunities to ensure a clean and robust water supply.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/local-water-consult-meeting-2/
LOCATION:K-State Student Union\, 17th and Anderson Ave\, Manhattan\, Kansas\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northcentral Kansas,Northeast Kansas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T170000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260624T025201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T025219Z
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SUMMARY:Bottom Line Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Bottom Line Conference will be held Thursday and Friday\, August 20 – 21. The Conservation Districts from Kearny County\, Finney County\, Grant County\, Stanton County\, Haskell County\, Seward County\, Meade County\, Hodgeman County\, and Texas County have all partnered together to bring farmers and ranchers together to learn about the benefits of soil health and water conservation in a dry climate. \n\n\n\nThe Bottom Line Conference will take a comprehensive look at techniques and systems that will improve bottom lines\, soil production and profits in the drier Southwest Kansas climate. We promise a number of expert speakers that have decades of success through real-world practice and experience. There is no better time than NOW to learn all we can about soil health.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/bottom-line-conference/
LOCATION:Kearny County Fairgrounds- Lakin\, 1482 Rd R\, Lakin\, Kansas\, 67860\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260714T193256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T193259Z
UID:10001432-1787221800-1787238000@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Kansas Ag Growth Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:2026 topic: Transportation in Ag\n\n\n\nThe 2026 Kansas Ag Summit will center around issues related to transportation\, including a look at the new commodity flow study\, a discussion about state infrastructure\, and an examination of what improvements are needed to improve market access for Kansas producers.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/kansas-ag-growth-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn and Conference Center\, 410 S 3rd Street\, Manhattan\, Kansas\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northcentral Kansas,Northeast Kansas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T123000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260707T201146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T201150Z
UID:10001426-1787225400-1787229000@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Good Idea Shop Talk: Week 3 (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:This week’s topic: When transitioning a field to a soil health intensive system\, how do you know when to start cutting back on things like fungicide\, traited corn\, and fertilizer? Pitched by Minnesota producer Brady Wulf \n\n\n\nThis free\, virtual meet-up series is for producers who want to exchange ideas for troubleshooting on-farm challenges related to improving soil and water resources\, while protecting profitability. \n\n\n\nHave you found yourself wishing you could talk to other producers who are using or considering conservation practices to improve their soil\, land\, and bottom lines? \n\n\n\nWhether you lack peers in your community whom you can talk to\, or you just want to hear what producers elsewhere are doing and learning\, this meet-up series is for you.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/good-idea-shop-talk-week-3-virtual/
LOCATION:Kansas
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/One-Good-Idea-Shop-Talks.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260728T191334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T191338Z
UID:10001449-1787227200-1787230800@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Ellis County Farmer to Farmer meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Farmer to Farmer event! This will be an informal discussion about prescribed burns. The pros and cons and the possibility of forming an Ellis County Prescribed Burn Association. Lunch is on us!
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/ellis-county-farmer-to-farmer-meeting/
LOCATION:Thirsty’s Brew Pub & Grill\, 2704 Vine Street #B\, Hays\, Kansas\, 67601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070453
CREATED:20260805T223346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T223350Z
UID:10001464-1787302800-1787313600@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Local Water Consult Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Kansas Water Office\, Kansas Department of Agriculture\, and Kansas Department of Health and Environment will be conducting local consult meetings between July 28\, 2026\, and August 27\, 2026\, to elevate water planning and share insights on existing and future funding.  \n\n\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to share work that is being done as it relates to water conservation\, quality issues\, and funding related to community infrastructure and regional planning. The meetings will also allow Kansans to learn about the state’s water supply and how it impacts local growth or sustainability\, as well as explore future opportunities to ensure a clean and robust water supply.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/local-water-consult-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Docking State Office Building\, 915 SW Harrison Street\, Topeka\, Kansas\, 66612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northeast Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T203000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
CREATED:20260609T225023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T225047Z
UID:10001402-1787423400-1787430600@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Wings and Strings: A Night for Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music\, great company\, and conservation at the Wings and Strings concert benefitting Kansas Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever. Your attendance helps support wildlife habitat\, upland bird conservation\, public access\, and outdoor traditions across Kansas. Come enjoy a great night out while making a lasting impact on conservation efforts throughout Kansas. Every ticket helps keep habitat on the ground and our outdoor heritage strong.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/wings-and-strings-a-night-for-habitat/
LOCATION:The Venue\, 638 Francis Street\, Salina\, Kansas\, 67401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northcentral Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T160000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
CREATED:20260520T221151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T220612Z
UID:10001379-1787644800-1787673600@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual Soil Health Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa County Conservation District\, along with Clay & Dickinson County Conservation Districts invite you on a Soil Health Field Day Bus Tour! Special guests include Kevin Wiltse and Scott Heinemann. Breakfast and lunch provided.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/5th-annual-soil-health-field-day/
LOCATION:Wells Community Center\, 205 Main Street\, Wells\, Kansas\, 67467\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northcentral Kansas
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa County Conservation District":MAILTO:shannon.smith2@ks.nacdnet.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
CREATED:20260624T000911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T221005Z
UID:10001419-1787644800-1787850000@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Shortgrass Range Academy
DESCRIPTION:Experience the unique beauty and resilience of western Kansas rangelands at the Shortgrass Range Academy. This three-day educational event is designed for ranchers\, landowners\, students\, conservation professionals\, and anyone interested in sustainable range management. \n\n\n\nHeld in the heart of Kansas shortgrass country\, participants will gain hands-on experience and practical knowledge focused on managing rangelands in an environment where every inch of moisture counts. Learn strategies for improving grazing management\, enhancing rangeland health\, and making informed decisions that support both productivity and long-term sustainability.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/shortgrass-range-academy/
LOCATION:Camp Christy – Scott Lake\, 320 Camp Christy Dr\, Scott City\, Kansas\, 67871\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/KGLC-Shortgrass-Range-Academy.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T170000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
CREATED:20260731T163941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T163945Z
UID:10001453-1787666400-1787677200@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Cover Crop Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Topics include: Introduction to Cover Crops\, Demonstration Plots\, Soil Health Benefits\, Species Selection\, Grazing Opportunities\, Cost Share Opportunities
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/cover-crop-workshop/
LOCATION:Madison High School\, 1500 Southwest Blvd\, Madison\, Kansas\, 66860\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southeast Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Cover-Crop-Workshop.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
CREATED:20260805T223701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T223710Z
UID:10001465-1787734800-1787745600@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Local Water Consult Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Kansas Water Office\, Kansas Department of Agriculture\, and Kansas Department of Health and Environment will be conducting local consult meetings between July 28\, 2026\, and August 27\, 2026\, to elevate water planning and share insights on existing and future funding.  \n\n\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to share work that is being done as it relates to water conservation\, quality issues\, and funding related to community infrastructure and regional planning. The meetings will also allow Kansans to learn about the state’s water supply and how it impacts local growth or sustainability\, as well as explore future opportunities to ensure a clean and robust water supply.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/local-water-consult-meeting-4/
LOCATION:The Refinery Event Center\, 3122 Cecil Drive\, Garden City\, Kansas\, 67846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Kansas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T130000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
CREATED:20260722T205523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T205527Z
UID:10001446-1787745600-1787749200@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Kansas Forest Service Book Club (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:The Kansas Forest Service Book Club has selected Pawpaw: In Search of America’s Forgotten Fruit by Andrew Moore as our Summer 2026 read! \n\n\n\nPart natural history\, part road trip\, and part celebration of a uniquely American fruit\, this book explores the surprising story of the pawpaw and the people working to preserve it. \n\n\n\nTo accompany our discussion\, South Central Rural District Forester Chris Mullins will share insights about pawpaw trees in Kansas and their place in our state’s forests. \n\n\n\nHaven’t started the book? Didn’t finish it? No problem! Our discussions are open to everyone. Sign up for the Kansas Forest Service Book Club to receive the Zoom link and join the conversation.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/kansas-forest-service-book-club-virtual/
LOCATION:Kansas
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/KFA-Book-Club-Aug-2026.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
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SUMMARY:Local Water Consult Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Kansas Water Office\, Kansas Department of Agriculture\, and Kansas Department of Health and Environment will be conducting local consult meetings between July 28\, 2026\, and August 27\, 2026\, to elevate water planning and share insights on existing and future funding.  \n\n\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to share work that is being done as it relates to water conservation\, quality issues\, and funding related to community infrastructure and regional planning. The meetings will also allow Kansans to learn about the state’s water supply and how it impacts local growth or sustainability\, as well as explore future opportunities to ensure a clean and robust water supply.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/local-water-consult-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Wichita Public Library – Advanced Learning Library\, 711 West 2nd Street N\, Wichita\, Kansas\, 67203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T130000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T184739Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Health Partnership Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Candy Thomas and Brice Custer \n\n\n\nTopic: “What’s in Your Cover Crop?” Candy and Brice will talk about populations of seeds/plants in multi-species cover crops and how they affect the soil health of your field.  \n\n\n\nJoin us for a free\, monthly one-hour webinar hosted by the Kansas Soil Health Alliance featuring farmers\, ranchers\, educators\, and ag professionals providing insightful views and sharing personal experiences on how they are working to improve and protect Kansas’s soil. The webinar is on Zoom from noon-1pm on the last Thursday of every month.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/soil-health-partnership-webinar-7/
LOCATION:Kansas
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas Soil Health Alliance":MAILTO:Jennifer@KSsoilhealth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T150000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
CREATED:20260805T221112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T221115Z
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SUMMARY:Graze on Over- The Future of Grazing: How Virtual Fencing & Livestock Monitoring are Changing Grazing Management  (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:oin Chris Workman as he hosts an engaging Tech-Talk Edition webinar featuring industry leaders from NoFence and Ceres Tag. Together\, they’ll share how virtual fencing and livestock monitoring are helping producers optimize grazing\, reduce labor\, and make data-driven decisions with confidence.⁠⁠Whether you’re curious about the technology or considering how it could fit your operation\, this is your chance to hear directly from the people shaping the future of grazing management.⁠⁠
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/graze-on-over-the-future-of-grazing-how-virtual-fencing-livestock-monitoring-are-changing-grazing-management-virtual/
LOCATION:Kansas
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T203000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
CREATED:20260805T191332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T192924Z
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SUMMARY:Ranch Management Field Day
DESCRIPTION:HP Rafter Lazy T Ranch is a combination of Keith and Shirley Popp’s HP brand and their son\, Trevor’s\, Rafter Lazy T brand. Trevor began working full-time alongside his parents in 2011. In 2017 the family chose to join their brands to form and LLC\, combining their commercial cowherds near Hoxie in Sheridan County. The cowherd consists of primarily black cows bred to a variety of bulls\, including Angus\, Hereford\, Balancer\, Charolais and Copperhead (Red Angus x Charolais). The roughly 550-head herd has been closed for more than 25 years\, making reproduction and maternal traits significant to the program. Steers and heifer calves not selected as replacements are weaned and backgrounded for 45-60 days and sold through Superior Livestock Auction video sales. In addition to raising cattle\, the Popps also operate a custom haying business\, stretching from Texas to Kansas \n\n\n\nEducational sessions include cattle market outlook\, rotational grazing producer panel\, and virtual fencing.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/ranch-management-field-day-2/
LOCATION:HP Rafter Lazy T Ranch\, 3115 E Road 40\, Hoxie\, Kansas\, 67740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northwest Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T200000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
CREATED:20260731T174745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T174757Z
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SUMMARY:Jefferson and Leavenworth County Grazing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Guest speakers: Cade Bracker- Gallaghar and Ross Mosteller- Meadowlark Extension District
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/jefferson-and-leavenworth-county-grazing-workshop/
LOCATION:Colonial Acres Event Center\, 8998 US 59 Hwy\, Oskaloosa\, Kansas\, 66066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northeast Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T235959
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
CREATED:20260310T205307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T205310Z
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SUMMARY:Noble Land Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Learn what your land needs to grow the quality forage needed for today’s grazing herds to be healthy\, productive and profitable. Lessons covered include: Getting grounded in regenerative agriculture\, Healthier Soil = A Better Bottom Line\, Understanding your soil health\, Tracking soil health\, Gaining stakeholder buy-in\, Building a personalized action plan. \n\n\n\nLincoln University is pleased to offer this special reduced registration rate to producers.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/noble-land-essentials-4/
LOCATION:Lincoln University George Washington Carver Farm\, 3804 Bald Hill Road\, Jefferson City\, Missouri\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T170000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
CREATED:20260624T001607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T221205Z
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SUMMARY:Mixed Grass Range Academy
DESCRIPTION:Discover the diversity and adaptability of Kansas’ mixed-grass prairie at the Mixed Grass Range Academy. This three-day educational experience is designed for ranchers\, landowners\, conservation professionals\, students\, and anyone interested in sustainable rangeland management. \n\n\n\nLocated in south-central Kansas\, the Mixed Grass Range Academy provides hands-on learning opportunities focused on managing the transition zone between eastern tallgrass and western shortgrass ecosystems. Participants will explore practical management strategies that promote healthy rangelands\, productive grazing systems\, and long-term resilience.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/mixed-grass-range-academy/
LOCATION:Camp Mennoscah\, 9458 SE 40th Street\, Murdock\, Kansas\, 67111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T123000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070454
CREATED:20260805T152813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T152818Z
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SUMMARY:QPR Suicide Prevention Training (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:If you’re ready to learn how to recognize the warning signs of mental health distress and suicide\, offer support and connect someone to help….. than join us September 1 or October 6. \n\n\n\nRegistration is free\, but limited to the first 30 participants.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/qpr-suicide-prevention-training-virtual/
LOCATION:Kansas
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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