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Soil Health Field Day
Green Cover Seed - Bladen Location 918 Road X, Bladen, NE, United StatesGreen Cover is excited to begin registration for one of our biggest events of the year, the Soil Health Field Days! Join us for this free event, held at our headquarters in Bladen, Nebraska, for a day full of learning and networking. Choose to attend one (or both) of two identical sessions, held on August 6th…
Summer Grazing Field Day
Boese Field 23000 W 1st Street, Burrton, Kansas, United StatesTwo-stop grazing and perennial forage tour. The tour will hit two locations near Burrton and end around 10:30 AM. Feel free to join us at one field or both, no registration necessary. Coffee, water, and pastries will be provided. See below for agenda details:
Northeast Kansas Soil Health Field Days
Klinefelter Farm 1770-1792 230th St, Hiawatha, Kansas, United StatesThe Kansas Soil Health Alliance invites you to join us at our Northeast Kansas Soil Health Field Days on August 12 and 13. August 12 presentations and tours will be crop focused while August 13 will cover livestock and touch on specialty crops. On the evening of August 12, all are welcome for a BBQ…
Summer Pasture Walk – Regenerate Human Resilience & Optimize Grass Productivity
Price Farm 1714 East 700th Rd, Lawrence, Kansas, United StatesJoin us for three- biweekly evening Summer Pasture Walks, to learn management strategies for establishing and maximizing productivity and livestock utilization of native warm season grasses. We’ll have the privilege to tour three distinct pasture settings, learning from peers,K-State Extension and NRCS Grazing Specialists. You may attend one or all three! Gary Price’s: Featuring the subtleties…
Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition Monthly Grazing Call (VIRTUAL)
Connect with other graziers from across the state of Kansas in a telephone conversation with grazing management experts on the SECOND MONDAY of each month, from 7:30 to 9:00 pm. These informal discussions cover all aspects of grazing management. This is an opportunity to learn how you can use complementary forages to extend your grazing season,…
Mixed Grass Grazing Academy
Camp Aldrich 884 NE 110th Ave, Claflin, Kansas, United StatesLearn more about rangeland management in a friendly setting with other ranchers, land managers, range management students and natural resource professionals. During the Mixed Grass Academy you will receive the opportunity to listen to others share their experiences, expertice, best practices, as well as gain hands on experience! Besides learning plant identification, figuring stocking rates,…
Kauffman Seeds Soil Health Field Day
Kauffman Seeds, Inc. 9218 S. Halstead Street, Hutchinson, Kansas, United StatesOur Annual Soil Health Field Day is August 13th at our main location near Yoder, Kansas. We will tour demonstration trials in the morning and have speakers present their knowledge and expertise inside in the afternoon. Our speakers will be Vance McCoy from Triple Creek Cover Crops in Nebraska, Regenerative Farmer Macauley Kinkaid from Missouri, and…
Smoky Hills Prescribed Burn Association Prescribed Burn School
Rolling Hills Zoo Conference Center 625 N Hedville Road, Salina, KS, United StatesCorn and Cover Crops: Strategies for Success (VIRTUAL)
Join us online Friday, August 16th, 9-10 am CT/10-11 am ET to talk about the corn year. Illinois farmer Frank Rademacher, a conservation agronomist with The Nature Conservancy, will walk through management considerations for cover crops step by step, from species selection to corn planting. Bring your questions and gain confidence in planting cover crops in corn…
Northwest Kansas Soil Health Bus Tour
Soil Pro Seeds 208 S 4th Street, WaKeeney, Kansas, United StatesThe Kansas Soil Health Alliance is hosting a Northwest Kansas Soil Health Bus Tour on August 19-20, 2024, departing and returning from Soil Pro Seeds in WaKeeney. Each day includes several stops showcasing northwest Kansas growers who are focusing on improving soil health on their farms. Scroll down for details on each stop and an…
Tallgrass Grazing Academy
Camp Wood YMCA 101 Camp Wood Road, Elmdale, Kansas, United StatesLearn more about rangeland management in a friendly setting with other ranchers, land managers, range management students and natural resource professionals. During the Tallrass Academy you will receive the opportunity to gain exposure to best practices and plant identification in Tallgrass ranges as well listen to rancher and expert panels that will talk about how to…
2nd Annual More than Dirt Conference
Adrian Optimist Building 11092 NW CR 41, Adrian, Missouri, United StatesBottom Line Conference
Kearney County Fairgrounds 1482 Road R, Lakin, Kansas, United StatesThe 2024 Bottom Line Conference will be held Thursday and Friday, August 22 – 23. The Conservation Districts from Kearny County, Hamilton County, Finney County, Grant County, Greeley County, Wichita County, Stanton County, Stevens County, Haskell County, Seward County, and Scott 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.…
Demystifying the Haney Test (VIRTUAL)
Liz Haney is offering exclusive monthly webinars to demystify the Haney test. Sessions are limited to 10 participants at $20 per person. These sessions provide in-depth insights into soil health evaluation, allowing farmers, agronomists, and others to gain practical knowledge on soil testing.
Sizzle & Suds, Soil & Sense
Studio 96 121 S Broadway Ave, Sterling, Kansas, United StatesJoin us for a FREE soil health workshop, including FREE BEER, from 2:00-5:30 PM. It will include NRCS DEMOS with Candy Thomas, time to talk with area farmer, Kevin Wiltse, and conversation and Q&A time with Rick and Liz Haney. Farmers and land managers attending Soil & Sense from 2:00-5:30 earn a free ticket to…
Summer Pasture Walk – Restoring Native Warm Season Pastures & Overcoming Invasives
Harden Farm 1452 East 150th Rd, Berryton, Kansas, United StatesJoin us for three- biweekly evening Summer Pasture Walks, to learn management strategies for establishing and maximizing productivity and livestock utilization of native warm season grasses. We’ll have the privilege to tour three distinct pasture settings, learning from peers,K-State Extension and NRCS Grazing Specialists. You may attend one or all three! Darrel Harden’s: (features Darrel’s…
Jewell County Soil Health Tour
GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR LOCAL LIVESTOCK AND GRAIN PRODUCERS AUGUST 27TH! Guided Tour of the 2022 Nebraska Leopold Conservation Award Recipient – Wine Glass Ranch Imperial, Nebraska Participants on the annual Soil Health Tour, hosted by the Jewell County Conservation District, will have the opportunity to tour a progressive and innovative ranch in the Sandhills of…
Soil Health Field Day
Red Rock Ranch 4340 270th Road, Soldier, Kansas, United StatesManhattan Management Unit Soil Health Workshop: Benefits of Cover Crops
Dibben Land and Cattle 8152 Hwy K57, Junction City, Kansas, United StatesTips & Tricks for JD 50/60/90 & N Series Drills (VIRTUAL)
Go in-the-field with Exapta staff on a 750 box drill! They will take you through the row unit and evaluate adjustments to make for successful seeding. Proper drill setup and maintenance matters—the no-tillers who are consistently attaining the high yields are meticulous about maintenance and adjustment of their seeding equipment. This webinar will explain what all…
Groovy Gathering – Permaculture Workshop & Social
Circle 7 by Fuller Farms Severy, Kansas, United StatesShortgrass Grazing Academy
Camp Christy - Scott Lake 320 Camp Christy Dr, Scott City, Kansas, United StatesLearn more about rangeland management in a friendly setting with other ranchers, land managers, range management students and natural resource professionals. Shortgrass Academy is not just about passive learning; it's about hands-on experiences. Dive into our immersive workshops and masterclasses led by experts in various fields. Network with like-minded individuals and establish valuable connections within the Shortgrass…
NTOP & KSHA Keith Thompson Field Day
Osage City Community Building 517 South 1st Street, Osage City, Kansas, United StatesNo-till on the Plains, a 501c3 non-profit educational organization whose mission is to provide education and networking on agricultural production systems that model nature, will host a producer-led field day in Northeast Kansas. The Field Day is set for Wednesday, September 4, at the Osage City Community Building, located at 517 South 1st Street,…
Fungal Compost Workshop
Grandview Events Center 903 Bailey St, Stratton, Nebraska, United StatesSoil Health Workshop
St. Michael's Parish 605 Elm Street, Axtell, Kansas, United StatesCover Crops on a Budget: Financial Considerations for Beginners (VIRTUAL)
Let's talk about the cover crop budget considerations for beginners. Tune in to "Cover Crops on a Budget: Financial Considerations for Beginners" on September 5 at 1:30 PM ET to hear from Alan Weber, Missouri farmer, Ag economist and University of Missouri Center for Regenerative Agriculture (CRA) consultant. He will explain important cover crop budget…
Regenerative Wisdom Grazing School
Dutch Country Cafe 309 North Maple, Garnett, Kansas, United StatesUnleash the full potential of your pasture and animals with cutting-edge regenerative practices Increase weaning weights and master livestock sale strategies Significantly increase pasture productivity and animal carrying capacity Best ways to extend your grazing seasons and cut costs on feed, fertilizer, and fencing. Secrets to producing tasty, tender grass finished beef in less than…
Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition Monthly Grazing Call (VIRTUAL)
Connect with other graziers from across the state of Kansas in a telephone conversation with grazing management experts on the SECOND MONDAY of each month, from 7:30 to 9:00 pm. These informal discussions cover all aspects of grazing management. This is an opportunity to learn how you can use complementary forages to extend your grazing season,…
Regenerative Wisdom Goat and Sheep School
Dutch Country Cafe 309 North Maple, Garnett, Kansas, United StatesCreate small ruminant operations as highly profitable ventures with expert insights. Avoid buying the wrong kind of breeding stock Access land without going into debt Build fence that works and doesn’t cost a fortune Economically and effectively control internal parasites Protect from predators with guardian dogs Convert weeds from an expense into a profit center
Rangeland Soil Health Field Day
Reading Community Building 613 1st Street, Reading, Kansas, United StatesAdvancing Farming Field Day
Almena Community Center 421 Main St, Almena, Kansas, United StatesTogether with the Kansas Soil Health Alliance, Smith, Phillips, and Norton County Conservation Districts invite landowners, farmers, ranchers, gardeners, or anyone with an interest in learning more about improving soil productivity and profitability to the Advancing Farming Field Day on Monday, September 16th in Almena. Guests will meet at the Almena Community Center beginning at…
2024 Cover Crop and Soil Health Field Day
Rogers Memorial Farm 18630 Adams Street, Lincoln, Kansas, United StatesNoble Land Essentials
Lazy T Adventures Ranch 2103 Zeandale Rd, Manhattan, United StatesUnlock your ranch’s growth potential with proven techniques forincreasing soil fertility, water infiltration and holding capacity. Ourspecialized training can help you improve your land and make yourranch more productive and profitable. Our regenerative soil health course teaches techniques to restore and rejuvenate your grazing land for more robust forage growth, extended grazing seasons, and less…
Grazing Management Workshop
The SAVE Farm 9680 N 52nd St, Riley, Kansas, United StatesHow to Use a Cover Crop Species Selector Tool & On-Farm Applications (VIRTUAL)
Let's explore a cover crop species selector tool created by Precision Sustainable Agriculture. Tune in to "How to Use a Cover Crop Species Selector Tool & On-farm Applications" on September 19 at 12:30 pm ET to hear from Dr. Victoria Ackroyd, University of Maryland Assistant Research Scientist, and Dr. Steven Mirsky, USDA scientist. Bring your…
Demystifying the Haney Test (VIRTUAL)
Liz Haney is offering exclusive monthly webinars to demystify the Haney test. Sessions are limited to 10 participants at $20 per person. These sessions provide in-depth insights into soil health evaluation, allowing farmers, agronomists, and others to gain practical knowledge on soil testing.
Urban and Small-Scale Soil Health Field Day
City Sprouts Urban Farm 5420 N. 3rd Street, Omaha, Nebraska, United StatesJoin City Sprouts for the second annual Urban and Small-Scale Soil Health Field Day, where growers can connect with others, learn how to implement soil health principles, and find resources to support their operations.
Fuller Field School “Soil to Soul”
Circle 7 by Fuller Farms Severy, Kansas, United StatesWoodland Prescribed Burn School
Johnson CountyMorning in-class presentations will cover aspects of planning and conducting a successful woodland prescribed burn. Afternoon sessions will have participants conducting a woodland prescribed burn. Fire line instructors will be paired up with 2 to 3 participants who will rotate between each aspect of conducting a woodland prescribed burn. Lunch provided.
Compost for Everyone!
Antioch Urban Growers 2727 NE 44th Street, Kansas City, Missouri, United StatesThis is a free informational composting class at Antioch Urban Growers' Summer Faire. Missouri Organic Recycling's Stan Slaughter and Katy White will be showing you how to choose a compost system that works for you! Come see how all the different home compost bins and strategies work. Decide which one works best for you. It's…
Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition Monthly Grazing Call (VIRTUAL)
Connect with other graziers from across the state of Kansas in a telephone conversation with grazing management experts on the SECOND MONDAY of each month, from 7:30 to 9:00 pm. These informal discussions cover all aspects of grazing management. This is an opportunity to learn how you can use complementary forages to extend your grazing season,…
Tallgrass Legacy Alliance: Red Ranch Tour
Red Ranch 321-299 300th Street, Matfield Green, KS, United StatesJoin us for the final TLA Ranch Tour of 2024 at the Red Ranch in Greenwood County. Dr. Alice Boyle from KSU will be our featured speaker, sharing insights on the impacts of woody invasion on Flint Hills grassland birds and the importance of intact grasslands to many species.
Composting for the Garden
Stevens County Library 500 S. Monroe St., Hugoton, Kansas, United StatesJoin Ron Honig, K-State Research and Extension Office Agent to learn how to set up a compost bin, use your compost for your garden, and troubleshoot any composting problems.
Drought Adaptation and Planning Webinar (VIRTUAL)
While many of us have been drought-free this spring and early summer, the summer heat and dry conditions have led to the return of drought, particularly across portions of the Ohio River Basin. Parts of Ohio are now seeing the worst drought since 1988 and parts of the Great Plains are in multi-year droughts. Tune…
Farmer to Rancher Meeting: Let’s Talk Conservation
Holmes Sundry 101 E. Main Street, Hamilton, Kansas, United StatesYou're invited to a rancher and farmer led discussion held to create awareness of soil health and conservation practices. Greg Davis with Ranchland Feed in Madison will share a presentation on Cover Crops. Now is the time to think about planting those spring cover crops with a short window for fall covers remaining.
Innovative Ways to Achieve Soil Health
Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, Oklahoma, United StatesAre you an agriculture producer just starting out and you are not sure where to start? This outreach meeting is the perfect start. You will be given the opportunity to speak with multiple agencies and find out about the programs they have to offer.
Cover Crop Benefits And Management Considerations (VIRTUAL)
Regenerative Stacked Solutions Fall Webinar Series session #2 with Anna Morrow, Senior Program Manager for the Midwest Cover Crops Council Learn from Anna's years of expertise in agronomy and soil health as she shares valuable resources and practical tips for planning and managing cover crops effectively.
Soil Health Webinar (VIRTUAL)
Learn about how soil health affects habitat, maximizing diversity for habitat, and how healthy soils are critical to wildlife recovery in rangelands. Speaker Keela Deaton is a soil health specialist with the USDA-NRCS in Montana.
Improve Your Drought Resilience
The SAVE Farm 9680 N 52nd St, Riley, Kansas, United StatesDale Strickler teaches a course on how individuals can make their own agricultural operations much more efficient at capturing, storing, and using rainfall, and how many common agricultural practices are making our farms and ranches more susceptible to drought. Please RSVP with your name, email address, and phone number to mary@kglc.org or call Mary at…