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SUMMARY:No-Till on the Plains
DESCRIPTION:Keynote speakers include Philip Mulvey and Jason Rowntree. The advanced workshop: Agriculture’s Innovative Minds (AIM) Symposium will be held on January 22 and will feature Klaas Martens as the speaker.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/no-till-on-the-plains/
LOCATION:Wichita Marriott\, 9100 Corporate Hills Drive\, Wichita\, 67207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
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ORGANIZER;CN="No-Till on the Plains":MAILTO:director@notill.org
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SUMMARY:Winter Workshop Series: Intercropping: A Diverse Journey with Justin Jacobs
DESCRIPTION:Justin Jacobs farms with his family in northwestern North Dakota near Ray. They started building their family farm in 2016 on 45 acres and have since grown to farming 750 acres in 2025. Their farm practices are built on implementing and developing soil health practices\, including intercropping and the use of cover crops. \n\n\n\nJustin formerly worked for NDSU as a research specialist. While working in the field of research he gained an interest in the practice of intercropping. However\, Justin took the next step and began to implement the practice on his own farm\, 8 years ago. Intercropping has become one of the staples of the Jacobs’ farming practices. They have grown combinations like pea and canola\, pea and flax\, pea and durum\, and pea and mustard. While implementing the practice on their farm\, they have seen ups and downs. Justin’s desire is to share these highs and lows of intercropping so that others can more easily adopt this practice. \n\n\n\nThe Jacobs’ have a passion to help improve their farming practices and soil health. They are farming not only for their present\, but for their future. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP by Monday\, January 20th by calling the office @ 620-888-2054 or email clwreservations@gmail.com
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/winter-workshop-series-intercropping-a-diverse-journey-with-justin-jacobs/
LOCATION:South Hutchinson Community Building\, 101 West Ave C\, South Hutchinson\, Kansas\, 67505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/CLR-Justin-Jacobs.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Cheney Lake Watershed":MAILTO:howard.miller@ks.nacdnet.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T090000
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SUMMARY:Flicker Farm Winter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:What’s happening at Flickner Farms? We’re here to keep you in the know! We hope you’ll join us for our winter meeting so you can learn about all our current and future on-farm projects\, technology implementation and natural resource use.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/flicker-farm-winter-meeting/
LOCATION:Inman Community Building\, 406 E Center\, Inman\, Kansas\, 67546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Flickner-Winter-Meeting.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T140000
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SUMMARY:Winter Workshop Series: Soil Health Matters\, Graze Every Acre presented by Steve Swaffer\, Noble Research Institute
DESCRIPTION:Steve Swaffar serves as a regenerative ranching advisor in the Producer Guidance program at Noble Research Institute. For his presentation\, Soil Health Matters\, Graze Every Acre\, the question is not whether every acre should be grazed\, but how can you graze every acre. Whether you want to extend your grazing season\, make use of ungrazed acres\, improve grazing distribution and utilization or reclaim ungrazable acres\, grazing management with soil health in mind will increase your opportunities. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP by Tuesday\, Jan. 27th by calling the office @ 620-888-2054 or email clwreservations@gmail.com.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/winter-workshop-series-soil-health-matters-graze-every-acre-presented-by-steve-swaffer-noble-research-institute/
LOCATION:Pleasantview Activity Center\, 5013 S Dean Rd\, Hutchinson\, KS\, 67501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
ORGANIZER;CN="Cheney Lake Watershed":MAILTO:howard.miller@ks.nacdnet.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T143000
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SUMMARY:Prescribed Burning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Participants will gain valuable knowledge to responsibly and effectively use fire as a tool for improving grasslands. Topics include: Prescribed Burn Essentials\, Hazards & Precautions\, Liability and Prescribed Burn Associations.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/prescribed-burning-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Canton Community Center\, 100 S. Main Street\, Canton\, Kansas\, 67428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Prescribed-Burn-Canton.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T153000
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CREATED:20260114T011925Z
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SUMMARY:Tallgrass Legacy Alliance Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Ranchers & Grassland Community- Join us to discuss Rangeland Conditions & Rancher Decisions: Fire\, Forage & Grassland Realities in the Flint Hills
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/tallgrass-legacy-alliance-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Territory Ballroom\, 117 E Main Street\, Council Grove\, Kansas\, 66846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northcentral Kansas,Northeast Kansas,Southcentral Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T193000
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SUMMARY:Managing Pastures for Livestock
DESCRIPTION:Topics include: Cedar Infestation Eliminating Pasture & Prairie Acres\, Brush Management\, and Preparing for Burning
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/managing-pastures-for-livestock/
LOCATION:Rush Center Township Hall\, 220 Union Street\, Rush Center\, Kansas\, 67575\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northcentral Kansas,Southcentral Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/GB-MU-Managing-Pastures-for-Livestock.pdf
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T140000
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SUMMARY:Winter Workshop Series: Growing Soil Biology in an Arid Climate with Nick Vos
DESCRIPTION:Nick and his family\, reside in Hugoton\, Kansas\, where they farm corn\, soybeans\, wheat\, and sorghum. In addition\, Nick owns a seed business and has successfully integrated a Dorper herd into the cropping operation. Dorpers are a hair sheep breed\, used to harsh arid environments\, and fits in nicely with their “dust bowl” climate. Yet despite the environmental challenges\, Nic has successfully improved his soils. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP by Tuesday\, Feb. 24th by calling the office @ 620-888-2054 or email clwreservations@gmail.com
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/winter-workshop-series-growing-soil-biology-in-an-arid-climate-with-nick-vos/
LOCATION:Pleasantview Activity Center\, 5013 S Dean Rd\, Hutchinson\, KS\, 67501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
ORGANIZER;CN="Cheney Lake Watershed":MAILTO:howard.miller@ks.nacdnet.net
GEO:37.9945102;-98.0324554
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T221243Z
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SUMMARY:Ag Tech Day
DESCRIPTION:Calling curious minds\, especially those in grades 5-12!! \n\n\n\nAg Tech Day is an opportunity for youth (and their families) to explore how technology is shaping modern agriculture. From drones and sensors to robotics and insect-tracking tools\, participants will get an up-close look at both new and established technologies that help make farm management more efficient. \n\n\n\nThis come-and-go event features a wide variety of stations set up around the farm for attendees to visit. There will be plenty to see\, do\, and learn. \n\n\n\n FREE and open to the public (registration required)
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/ag-tech-day/
LOCATION:Flickner Innovation Farm\, 1923 Arrowhead\, Moundridge\, KS\, 67107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
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GEO:38.2030875;-97.5697457
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T180000
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CREATED:20260318T000117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T000120Z
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SUMMARY:Callery Pear Buyback Program- Wichita
DESCRIPTION:If you remove a Callery pear from your property\, you can receive a free native replacement tree at one of our May 2026 buyback events. This program applies to Callery pear (Pyrus calleryana) and its common cultivars\, including ‘Bradford\,’ ‘Cleveland Select\,’ and ‘Aristocrat.’ \n\n\n\nBefore signing up\, please read all event details carefully on the event page. Registration will open later this spring.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/callery-pear-buyback-program-wichita/
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Callery-Pear-Buyback-2026.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260715T085337
CREATED:20260512T200808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T200818Z
UID:10001370-1778763600-1778774400@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:High Tunnel Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about using high tunnels for specialty crop production? Join us at Anchor Farm in Cheney with local grower Shelby Beyer to learn how to use high tunnels to extend your growing season and understand the specific considerations for growing under cover. \n\n\n\nOn Thursday\, May 14\, 2026\, from 1 PM to 4 PM\, we will cover how to use high tunnels to extend your growing season and protect your crops from unpredictable Kansas weather. This session includes hands-on experience as you assist with installing new plastic on a tunnel. 
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/high-tunnel-workshop/
LOCATION:Anchor Farm\, Cheney\, Kansas\, 67025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/High-Tunnel-Workshop.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T140000
DTSTAMP:20260715T085337
CREATED:20260520T195258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T195322Z
UID:10001378-1780912800-1780927200@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:NRCS Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Specialty Crops Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:High Tunnel Installation & Implementation under EQIP\, EQIP Updates from Tim Miller\, NRCS KS Urban & Non-Traditional Conservationist\, Conservation Priorities Open Discussion led by Tom Buller\, KRC Executive Director
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/nrcs-environmental-quality-incentives-program-eqip-specialty-crops-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Teck Farms\, LLC\, 1239 N Hendricks\, Hutchinson\, Kansas\, 67501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/teck-farms-tour.pdf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260715T085337
CREATED:20260609T221600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T221620Z
UID:10001400-1781344800-1781355600@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Feathers and Flora
DESCRIPTION:Come meet the authors! “Kansas Birds and Birding Hotspots” authors Pete Janzen and Bob Gress will be available for signing! Come early to enjoy our coffee truck and some shopping from our local vendors.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/feathers-and-flora/
LOCATION:Mockingbird Flower Farm\, 171 E Lakeshore\, Anthony\, Kansas\, 67003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Feathers-and-Flora.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260715T085337
CREATED:20260602T154933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T154942Z
UID:10001391-1781596800-1781611200@kssoilhealth.org
SUMMARY:Savanna Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some local Savanna Restoration Projects. We will address fire\, cattle\, plants\, and wildlife.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/savanna-field-day/
LOCATION:Chautauqua County Conservation District Office\, 123 N. Chautauqua Street\, Sedan\, Kansas\, 67361\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Savanna-Field-Day.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T153000
DTSTAMP:20260715T085337
CREATED:20260526T221132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T224149Z
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SUMMARY:Enhancing Your Grazing From the Ground Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us June 24\, 25 or 26\, 2026\, with Steve Kenyon\, Greener Pastures Grazing Ltd\, Alberta\, Canada\, the guest speaker at three\, one-day workshops in Winfield\, Wilmore and Kiowa Kansas. The workshop will start with registration at 9:00 a.m. and the meeting kicking off at 9:30 a.m. Topic titles include We Grow Soil\, It’s All About Water\, Livin’ on the Edge\, What Bugs Me; all from the Ground Up. This workshop will explore what it takes to grow soil\, rebuild the water cycle\, what happens above the ground\, building ecosystems and managing for biodiversity on the farm. These components result in better grass and improve range health\, resulting in enhanced grazing and stewardship on the ranch. \n\n\n\nGrazing School Locations: June 24th – Baden Square Community Center\, 700 Gary Street\, Winfield\, KS \n\n\n\nJune 25th – Wilmore Community Center\, 105 S. Taft\, Wilmore\, KS \n\n\n\nJune 26th – Kiowa Community Center\, 1195 5th St. Kiowa. KS \n\n\n\nThis workshop is free. Registration is greatly appreciated for adequate meeting planning. \n\n\n\nWhen asked why ranchers should attend Steve said. “We will take a deep dive underground and see what it takes to grow soil. We will explore some of the symbiotic relationships between plants and microbiology to show how they sequester carbon to build soil through root exudation. \n\n\n\nWe will also investigate rebuilding the water cycle; we might not be able to control how much rainfall we receive\, but we can control how much we hold onto. Increasing water holding capacity and improving infiltration can be a game changer for most farms. In the afternoon\, we will focus above ground\, looking at building ecosystems and managing for biodiversity. Planning for a polyculture of plants and maximizing the interactions between the different management zones allows us to reduce if not eliminate the use of inputs like fertilizer and pesticides. Building a healthy soil\, protecting riparian areas and creating insect and wildlife habitats can greatly increase your bottom line. \n\n\n\nIf you want less pharmacology on your land\, we need more farm ecology!” \n\n\n\nSteve has been teaching sustainable grazing management along with agricultural economics for more than 20 years. He has been a keynote speaker at many conferences and seminars throughout Canada\, the U.S. and Europe. He has also been a writer for the Stockman Grass Farmer and Canadian Cattleman magazines for over 15 years\, as well as the creator and host of the ongoing Wednesday Night Networking webinar and podcast. \n\n\n\nSteve is well respected in the agriculture community for his business management practices and innovative ideas. Greener Pastures Ranching is a regenerative farm with environmental goals focused on creating a living soil\, healing the water cycle and rebuilding ecosystems. Their mission statement is “Economic ad Environmental Sustainability for Generations.” \n\n\n\nIt is important to us to provide an enjoyable\, profitable and sustainable business for future generations. \n\n\n\nPlease take advantage of this unique grazing school by registering at your selected location. Please RSVP with names and numbers; using the QR Code\, send an email to Mary Howell at mary@kglc.org or call/text Mary Howell at 785-562-8726. There is no charge for this workshop and lunch will be provided. \n\n\n\nThis great educational opportunity is offered with funding for this grazing school made possible by a grant from USDA-NRCS. Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition is joined by other educational partners; National Grazing Lands Coalition\, SAVE Farm\, and Kansas Soil Health Alliance.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/enhancing-your-grazing-from-the-ground-up-3/
LOCATION:Baden Square Community Center\, 700 Gary Street\, Winfield\, Kansas\, 67156\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/KGLC_June_Steve-Kenyon-Flyer.pdf
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T153000
DTSTAMP:20260715T085337
CREATED:20260526T222248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T222253Z
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SUMMARY:Enhancing Your Grazing From the Ground Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us June 24\, 25 or 26\, 2026\, with Steve Kenyon\, Greener Pastures Grazing Ltd\, Alberta\, Canada\, the guest speaker at three\, one-day workshops in Winfield\, Wilmore and Kiowa Kansas. The workshop will start with registration at 9:00 a.m. and the meeting kicking off at 9:30 a.m. Topic titles include We Grow Soil\, It’s All About Water\, Livin’ on the Edge\, What Bugs Me; all from the Ground Up. This workshop will explore what it takes to grow soil\, rebuild the water cycle\, what happens above the ground\, building ecosystems and managing for biodiversity on the farm. These components result in better grass and improve range health\, resulting in enhanced grazing and stewardship on the ranch. \n\n\n\nGrazing School Locations: June 24th – Baden Square Community Center\, 700 Gary Street\, Winfield\, KS \n\n\n\nJune 25th – Wilmore Community Center\, 105 S. Taft\, Wilmore\, KS \n\n\n\nJune 26th – Kiowa Community Center\, 1195 5th St. Kiowa. KS \n\n\n\nThis workshop is free. Registration is greatly appreciated for adequate meeting planning. \n\n\n\nWhen asked why ranchers should attend Steve said. “We will take a deep dive underground and see what it takes to grow soil. We will explore some of the symbiotic relationships between plants and microbiology to show how they sequester carbon to build soil through root exudation. \n\n\n\nWe will also investigate rebuilding the water cycle; we might not be able to control how much rainfall we receive\, but we can control how much we hold onto. Increasing water holding capacity and improving infiltration can be a game changer for most farms. In the afternoon\, we will focus above ground\, looking at building ecosystems and managing for biodiversity. Planning for a polyculture of plants and maximizing the interactions between the different management zones allows us to reduce if not eliminate the use of inputs like fertilizer and pesticides. Building a healthy soil\, protecting riparian areas and creating insect and wildlife habitats can greatly increase your bottom line. \n\n\n\nIf you want less pharmacology on your land\, we need more farm ecology!” \n\n\n\nSteve has been teaching sustainable grazing management along with agricultural economics for more than 20 years. He has been a keynote speaker at many conferences and seminars throughout Canada\, the U.S. and Europe. He has also been a writer for the Stockman Grass Farmer and Canadian Cattleman magazines for over 15 years\, as well as the creator and host of the ongoing Wednesday Night Networking webinar and podcast. \n\n\n\nSteve is well respected in the agriculture community for his business management practices and innovative ideas. Greener Pastures Ranching is a regenerative farm with environmental goals focused on creating a living soil\, healing the water cycle and rebuilding ecosystems. Their mission statement is “Economic ad Environmental Sustainability for Generations.” \n\n\n\nIt is important to us to provide an enjoyable\, profitable and sustainable business for future generations. \n\n\n\nPlease take advantage of this unique grazing school by registering at your selected location. Please RSVP with names and numbers; using the QR Code\, send an email to Mary Howell at mary@kglc.org or call/text Mary Howell at 785-562-8726. There is no charge for this workshop and lunch will be provided. \n\n\n\nThis great educational opportunity is offered with funding for this grazing school made possible by a grant from USDA-NRCS. Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition is joined by other educational partners; National Grazing Lands Coalition\, SAVE Farm\, and Kansas Soil Health Alliance.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/enhancing-your-grazing-from-the-ground-up-4/
LOCATION:Wilmore Community Center\, 105 Taft Street\, Wilmore\, Kansas\, 67155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kssoilhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/KGLC_June_Steve-Kenyon-Flyer-1.pdf
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T153000
DTSTAMP:20260715T085337
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SUMMARY:Enhancing Your Grazing From the Ground Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us June 24\, 25 or 26\, 2026\, with Steve Kenyon\, Greener Pastures Grazing Ltd\, Alberta\, Canada\, the guest speaker at three\, one-day workshops in Winfield\, Wilmore and Kiowa Kansas. The workshop will start with registration at 9:00 a.m. and the meeting kicking off at 9:30 a.m. Topic titles include We Grow Soil\, It’s All About Water\, Livin’ on the Edge\, What Bugs Me; all from the Ground Up. This workshop will explore what it takes to grow soil\, rebuild the water cycle\, what happens above the ground\, building ecosystems and managing for biodiversity on the farm. These components result in better grass and improve range health\, resulting in enhanced grazing and stewardship on the ranch. \n\n\n\nGrazing School Locations: June 24th – Baden Square Community Center\, 700 Gary Street\, Winfield\, KS \n\n\n\nJune 25th – Wilmore Community Center\, 105 S. Taft\, Wilmore\, KS \n\n\n\nJune 26th – Kiowa Community Center\, 1195 5th St. Kiowa. KS \n\n\n\nThis workshop is free. Registration is greatly appreciated for adequate meeting planning. \n\n\n\nWhen asked why ranchers should attend Steve said. “We will take a deep dive underground and see what it takes to grow soil. We will explore some of the symbiotic relationships between plants and microbiology to show how they sequester carbon to build soil through root exudation. \n\n\n\nWe will also investigate rebuilding the water cycle; we might not be able to control how much rainfall we receive\, but we can control how much we hold onto. Increasing water holding capacity and improving infiltration can be a game changer for most farms. In the afternoon\, we will focus above ground\, looking at building ecosystems and managing for biodiversity. Planning for a polyculture of plants and maximizing the interactions between the different management zones allows us to reduce if not eliminate the use of inputs like fertilizer and pesticides. Building a healthy soil\, protecting riparian areas and creating insect and wildlife habitats can greatly increase your bottom line. \n\n\n\nIf you want less pharmacology on your land\, we need more farm ecology!” \n\n\n\nSteve has been teaching sustainable grazing management along with agricultural economics for more than 20 years. He has been a keynote speaker at many conferences and seminars throughout Canada\, the U.S. and Europe. He has also been a writer for the Stockman Grass Farmer and Canadian Cattleman magazines for over 15 years\, as well as the creator and host of the ongoing Wednesday Night Networking webinar and podcast. \n\n\n\nSteve is well respected in the agriculture community for his business management practices and innovative ideas. Greener Pastures Ranching is a regenerative farm with environmental goals focused on creating a living soil\, healing the water cycle and rebuilding ecosystems. Their mission statement is “Economic ad Environmental Sustainability for Generations.” \n\n\n\nIt is important to us to provide an enjoyable\, profitable and sustainable business for future generations. \n\n\n\nPlease take advantage of this unique grazing school by registering at your selected location. Please RSVP with names and numbers; using the QR Code\, send an email to Mary Howell at mary@kglc.org or call/text Mary Howell at 785-562-8726. There is no charge for this workshop and lunch will be provided. \n\n\n\nThis great educational opportunity is offered with funding for this grazing school made possible by a grant from USDA-NRCS. Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition is joined by other educational partners; National Grazing Lands Coalition\, SAVE Farm\, and Kansas Soil Health Alliance.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/enhancing-your-grazing-from-the-ground-up-5/
LOCATION:Kiowa Community Center\, 1195 5th Street\, Kiowa\, Kansas\, 67070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
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