Grassland Management School

Cedar Shores Resort- Chamberlain/Oacoma 1500 Shoreline Drive, Oacoma, South Dakota, United States

If you want to improve your land, don't miss this Grassland Management School. This school is designed to educate landowners on the art and science of grassland restoration and management strategies.

$50

Eastern Nebraska Soil Health Conference

West Point Nielsen Community Center 200 Anna Stalp Ave, West Point, Nebraska, United States

This event will gather experts, farmers, and industry leaders focusing on the importance of soil health. Featuring as a keynote speaker Dr. Lisa Schulte Moore- Professor from Iowa State University, insightful panels, and on-farm research projects, the event promotes sustainable agriculture and innovation in soil management. It's a unique opportunity to learn and collaborate for…

Burn Plan Writing Workshop

Rooks County Fairgrounds 915 S. Elm St, Stockton, Kansas, United States

Enhance your land management skills with expert insights and hands-on experience in prescribed burn plan writing. Don't miss this interactive and practical workshop where you'll gain the tools and confidence to implement effective burning strategies.

Free

Midwest Cover Crop Council Webinar (VIRTUAL)

Topic: From Ruts to Roots: Strategies to Protect and Rebuild Compacted Soils presented by Aaron Daigh of University of Nebraska-Lincoln Daily webinars produced by the Midwest Cover Crops Council and Iowa Learning Farms will feature leading Midwestern university researchers offering actionable cover crop advice for conservation professionals.

Free

Grow Native! Webinar: Resilient Yards, Keys for Successful Water Management and Pollinator Conservation (VIRTUAL)

Residential projects, such as rain gardens, stormwater swales, and filter strips planted with native plant species, clean water while also supporting insects with declining populations. In stewarding these projects, residents play an important role in protecting water resources and pollinator habitat. Join Dan Shaw, an experienced ecological restoration specialist, for a webinar covering principles for planning…

Free

Women Managing the Farm Conference: Forging the Future

Hilton Garden Inn and Conference Center 410 S 3rd Street, Manhattan, Kansas, United States

Are you a modern farm or ag business woman looking for various resources and training to take back to the farm? Join us for the Women Managing the Farm conference - Forging the Future featuring keynote speakers, breakout sessions and connections with like minded farm women. Pre-conference workshops will be held on February 12th for…

$175

2nd Annual Women in Ag

Dutch Country Cafe 309 N Maple St, Garnett, Kansas, United States

This event will be a day filled with the 3 g's: good friends, good food, good speakers. Topics include media content, farm blogging, succession planning and advocation for agriculture.

Free

Soil Health Conference- Growing Your Knowledge to Grow Your Soil!

One Box Convention Center 2750 S 27th Ave, Broken Bow, NE, United States

Several speakers will discuss various soil health topics including crop management, selecting small grains, forage research, and cover crops. A speaker panel Q&A is also planned.

Free

Midwest Cover Crops Council Webinar (VIRTUAL)

Topic: Equipment Considerations for Cover Crops presented by Charles Ellis of University of Missouri Extension Daily webinars produced by the Midwest Cover Crops Council and Iowa Learning Farms will feature leading Midwestern university researchers offering actionable cover crop advice for conservation professionals.

Free

Midwest Cover Crops Council Webinar (VIRTUAL)

Topic: Cover Crops in Challenging Conditions presented by Eileen Kladivko of Purdue University and Nathan Johanning of Illinois Extension Daily webinars produced by the Midwest Cover Crops Council and Iowa Learning Farms will feature leading Midwestern university researchers offering actionable cover crop advice for conservation professionals.

Free

Top Producer Summit

Loews Kansas City Hotel 1515 Wyandotte St., Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Top Producer Summit is a one-of-a-king networking event, with plenty of chances to talk with peers and make new friends. The agenda is jam-packed with the industry's best speakers. Hear from all-time favorites and learn from speakers new to the event. A few days away from the farm will let you discover business opportunities, gain…

$540

Prescribed Burning Workshop

Garnett Community Building North Lake Park Road, Garnett, Kansas, United States

Topics include: reasons to burn, weather conditions, fire behavior, CRP Rules, and more!

Free

Winter Grazing Workshop

Spink County 4-H Building US Hwy 281, Redfield, South Dakota, United States

Topics include: Economics of Grazing Systems, Planning Winter Grazing, Grazing Cover Crops, Virtual Fence and more.

Free

Prescribed Burn Workshop

Westview Lodge 1100 W. 14th St., Harper, Kansas, United States

Prescribed fire is one of the best tools we have to reduce risk from wildfire and restore the landscapes we love and depend on.

$5

Western Farm Show

American Royal Complex 1701 American Royal Ct., Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Hundreds of Exhibitors, The Latest in Farm & Ranch Technology, Acres of Things to Do & See, and More!!

$10

Burn Plan Writing Workshop– Rescheduled from Feb. 12 & Feb. 18 due to weather

Wells Community Center Wells, Kansas, United States

Enhance your land management skills with expert insights and hands-on experience in prescribed burn plan writing. Don't miss this interactive and practical workshop where you'll gain the tools and confidence to implement effective burning strategies.

Free

Farmers Meeting (VIRTUAL)

Learn how to join the National Sorghum Producers (NSP) with expert insights from Ms. Williams of NSP

Conservation Local Work Group Meeting

King Center 312 Main Street, Jetmore, Kansas, United States

Jetmore Management Unit: Hodgeman, Ness, and Lane County farmers, landowners, contractors, conservation partners and other members of the community discuss the natural resource needs for the county.

Prescribed Burning Workshop

Butler County Community/4-H Building 200 N. Griffith, El Dorado, Kansas, United States

Topics include: Reasons to Burn, Burn Plans, Burning for Wildlife, Equipment & Crew Needed, Regulations & Permits, etc.

Winter Workshop: Entomology Double Feature

Pleasantview Activity Center 5013 S Dean Rd, Hutchinson, KS, United States

Tom Dykstra specializes in the study of insects and as director of Dykstra Laboratories, he has been able to conduct his studies for nearly 30 years. This workshop will include a double feature of presentations with one in the morning and one in the afternoon.

Free

Soil Health Nexus Digital Cafe (VIRTUAL)

Join the discussion by Michigan State University Extension for the next edition of the Soil Health Nexus Digital Cafe, where they will focus on the Kansas Healthy Watershed Project. Scott Satterthwaite, Kansas Department of Health and Environment; Candy Thomas, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service; and Brian Rast, US Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters, will share…

Conservation Local Work Group Meeting

Reading Community Building 613 1st Street, Reading, Kansas, United States

Join us for our upcoming local Work Group Meeting where producers can come together to discuss resource concerns in our counties.

Kansas Soil Health Partnership Forum (VIRTUAL)

The topic for the first webinar of 2025 in this monthly series is, "A Historical View & A Look Forward at Conservation in Kansas." The speaker this month will be Gretchen Sassenrath, K-State University Crop Production Agronomist The Kansas Soil Health Partnership Forum is a monthly one-hour webinar hosted by the Kansas Soil Health Alliance…

Free

Manhattan Management Unit Local Work Group Meeting

Marlow/Lietz Building- Wabaunsee Co. Fairgrounds Corner of 9th & Grand Streets, Alma, Kansas, United States

The purpose of this meeting is to gather and make recommendations to the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) State Conservationist, as well as other state and local leaders, related to addressing natural resource concerns identified at the local level. Topics to be covered at the meeting include: a review of a resource assessment completed by…

Conservation Local Work Group Meeting

Hays Public Library 1205 Main St., Hays, Kansas, United States

The purpose of this meeting is to make recommendations to the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) State Conservationist related to addressing natural resource concerns at local level. Individuals can also request to participate virtually.

Conservation Local Work Group Meeting

Augusta Public Library 1609 State Street, Augusta, Kansas, United States

Join Butler, Chautauqua, Cowley and Elk Counties to discuss different topics with NRCS and the Conservation Districts about natural resource concerns and other issues in the Agriculture Industry!

Goal-Oriented Cover Cropping Webinar (VIRTUAL)

Join us to hear from farmer Mac Kincaid about goal-oriented cover cropping. Mac will highlight strategies to select cover crops to address specific agricultural objectives (e.g., water infiltration, erosion control, weed suppression).

Free

Backyard Food Forest Design Workshop

Ecumenical Campus Ministries (ECM)- Lawrence 1204 Oread Ave., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

If you have ever wanted to learn how to create a backyard food forest, this is the workshop for you! You will learn how to choose plants that will work together, how to create a healthy soil for them, and strategies to help your food forest thrive.

$10

2025 Commodity Classic

Colorado Convention Center 700 14th Street, Denver, Colorado, United States

America's Largest Farmer-Led, Farmer-Focused Agricultural & Educational Experience! The theme this year is "Elevating Excellence in Agriculture." We have dozens of educational sessions, a sold out trade show floor, and lots of exciting new opportunities.

$279 – $469

Business of Grazing

UCO Boathouse at Arcadia Lake 226 N. Midwest Blvd., Edmond, Oklahoma, United States

Business of Grazing teaches you how to manage your grazing lands by: calculating gross margins and identifying profitable ventures to scale while phasing out underperforming areas; understanding cost-benefit analysis of key investments like water and fencing through real-life case studies; creating detailed grazing plans to guide daily operations, support business goals and seize opportunities

$595

Conservation Local Work Group Meeting

Sedgwick County Extension Office 7001 West 21st St North, Wichita, Kansas, United States

Agricultural producers, organizations, and agencies interested in natural resources from Harvey, Sedgwick and Sumner Counties are invited to come together for a casual conversation about conservation programs and outreach efforts.

Flint Hills Burn Workshop

Hamilton Senior Center 102 Main Street, Hamilton, Kansas, United States

Save the Date for this burn workshop! Topics include: reasons for burning, burning for wildlife, planning, regulations, and an on-site demo.

Free

Conservation Bus Tour

Woodson County Bressner Hall 713 S Fry St, Yates Center, Kansas, United States

The Eureka Management Unit includes the four counties of Greenwood, Woodson, Wilson and Coffey County Conservation Districts. This Unit is planning stops in each county to view completed conservation practices and projects. There will be two loading zones: Eureka USDA office and Yates Center. Topics include cover crops, soil testing and benefits, alternate watering facilities…

$10

Winter Workshop: Understanding Kansas Water Law

Pleasantview Activity Center 5013 S Dean Rd, Hutchinson, KS, United States

Back by popular demand, Roger McEowen, Professor of Ag Law & Taxation at Washburn University School of Law, has agreed to lead us through Kansas Water Law. Roger is an engaging speaker able to help guide others through the nuances of the Kansas legal system.

Free

Soil Health Matters!

Parsons Local Farmer 20080 Wallace Rd., Parsons, Kansas, United States

Join us for a Soil Health Field Day where we will visit 3 different soil health programs. Topics include cover crops, no-till, fencing and grasses. Rainfall simulator and drone demonstrations will be included. After the tours we will meet at the McCune Community Center for lunch: 410 5th St. McCune, KS. Local Work Group meeting…

Free

Conservation Local Work Group Meeting

Join us as we discuss local conservation priorities and concerns. We want to hear from you, the "boots on the ground," what is working and what could be changed.

KATCON 2025- Kansas Agricultural Technologies Conference

Clay County Events Center 213 S 12th Street, Clay Center, Kansas, United States

K-State Research & Extension and the Kansas Agricultural Research & Technology Association are collaborating to bring together farmer researchers, industry professionals, and extension specialists to showcase the industry's latest research and technology.

$75

Sheet Mulching Workshop

Limestone Community School 2141 Maple Ln., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

Learn to sheet mulch with a few basic materials so you will be ready to start a garden from scratch or revitalize your existing beds come Spring! Multi-layered mulch systems are designed to break down over time; providing fertility, protection and habitat.

$10

Understanding the Soil Ecosystem Workshop

Ecumenical Campus Ministries (ECM)- Lawrence 1204 Oread Ave., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

Our understanding of what ordinary soil is and how it functions has been completely revolutionized by scientific discoveries over the past 30 years. Good news: soil is alive, and it can save the world as we know it! Come learn about soil and get caught up on the latest concepts!

$10

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,…

Free

The Impact Soil Biology has on Agriculture

Rolling Hills Zoo Conference Center 625 N Hedville Road, Salina, KS, United States

Speaker Rion Naus will dive into the soil biology connection and why it is important to our Kansas agriculture. Have lunch on us and learn about the biology that created it.

How Microbes Enable Successful and Profitable No-Tilling (VIRTUAL)

Modern farming practices often rely on tillage, but this process can significantly disrupt the natural soil ecosystem, diminishing biological activity and reducing long-term productivity. Uncover how traditional tillage disrupts soil structure, reduces microbial diversity, and leads to a loss of organic matter essential for long-term soil health and crop yield. Learn how soil microbes play…

Free

Conservation Local Work Group for Farmers & Ranchers

Stevens County 4-H Building 1025 S Trindle St., Hugoton, Kansas, United States

The USDA local work group supports the locally led conservation effort by coordinating USDA programs with Federal, State, and local conservation programs, to work singly and in combination, to provide an integrated solution to addressing natural resource concerns.

Grazing & Pest Management Workshop

Evangel United Methodist Church 227 Pennsylvania Ave, Holton, KS, United States

Presentations include: John Johnson, Public Lands Manager, discussing Ecologically Driven Pasture Management; and Dr. Cassandra Olds, KSU Department of Entomology Assistant Professor, discussing Fly and Tick Management

Free

Livestock Watering Systems

Collinge Ranch 1834 230th, Hamilton, Kansas, United States

Topics include: Touring Different Systems & Demos, Installation Guidance, Maintenance and Management, NRCS & WRAPS Programs, Water Level Monitoring, Tips and Tricks for Long Lasting Systems

Prescribed Burning Workshop

Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Marvin Auditorium 101C 1515 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, United States

Join Kansas Forest Service Fuels Specialist Luke Berning to learn about the ecology of prescribed fire in KS, how to burn safely, what tools to use, how to write a burn plan, burning for wildlife, and how to form a PBA!

Free