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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T100000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T160000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T170000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
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:20260824T022343
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T193259Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T201150Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260728T191334Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260805T223346Z
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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-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:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260609T225023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T225047Z
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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:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260520T221151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T220612Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260624T000911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T221005Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T170000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260731T163941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T163945Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260805T223701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T223710Z
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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-4/
LOCATION:The Refinery Event Center\, 3122 Cecil Drive\, Garden City\, Kansas\, 67846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T130000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
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/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260805T230348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T230352Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T150000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
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/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T203000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
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:20260828T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T150000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260812T031917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T031935Z
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SUMMARY:NASA Space for Ag at Flickner Innovation Farm
DESCRIPTION:Flickner Innovation Farm has partnered with the NASA Acres Farm Innovation Ambassador Team\, or FIAT. This collaborative program connects farmers and crop consultants directly with NASA researchers to bring satellite Earth observation technologies to agricultural production. Through FIAT\, farmers help design on-farm research and shape satellite data tools to meet real operational needs. \n\n\n\nParticipants will tour Flickner Innovation Farm\, learn how NASA technologies are being applied in agriculture\, and take part in a Lunch and Learn at the Kansas Cosmosphere. \n\n\n\nTentative Schedule \n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. | Load bus at the Hilton Garden Inn in Hutchinson8:10 a.m. | Depart for Flickner Innovation Farm8:45 a.m. | Begin the field tour west of Moundridge11:30 a.m. | Depart for the Hilton Garden Inn12:10 p.m. | Return to the Hilton Garden Inn12:30 p.m. | Lunch and Learn at the Kansas Cosmosphere\, including lunch\, poster presentations\, and time to explore the facilities3:00 p.m. | Event concludes \n\n\n\nParticipants who do not plan to ride the bus may meet the group at Flickner Innovation Farm at 8:45 a.m. The precise field location will be provided by email to registered participants. \n\n\n\nIn the event of inclement weather\, the program will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Kansas Cosmosphere\, where all activities will be held.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/nasa-space-for-ag-at-flickner-innovation-farm/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn- Hutchinson\, 1715 N. Waldron Street\, Hutchinson\, Kansas\, 67502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T130000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260628T223350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T000215Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas Soil Health Alliance":MAILTO:Jennifer@KSsoilhealth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T200000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
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:20260824T022343
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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:20260824T022343
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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T123000
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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/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T150000
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SUMMARY:Women in Ag
DESCRIPTION:This year we’re excited to bring you practical information on: \n\n\n\n– Beef and the new USDA Food Pyramid \n\n\n\n– Fencing laws and working with the Deed Office \n\n\n\n– Self-reliant health and wellness skills \n\n\n\n– And more! \n\n\n\nRegistration is FREE and lunch will be provided!
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/women-in-ag/
LOCATION:Greenwood Hotel\, 300 N Main St\, Eureka\, KS\, 67045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas,Southeast Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T170000
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SUMMARY:Sproul Ranch Tour: A TLA Ranch Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a full day of community and learning on Sproul Ranch — full details to come! \n\n\n\nGather Time: 9AM (Barn)Ranch Tour: 10AM — 2PM (Prairie)Wrap-Up: 2PM — 2:30PM (Barn)Ranch Dinner: 2:45PM (Barn)Prairie Social: 3:30PM — stay as late as you want to (Prairie & Barn) Fellowship and fun with with Grassland Community Friends & FamilyHot breakfast\, BBQ dinner\, and family-friendly social after dinnerPortable toilets; shade tents; cold water\, tea\, and sodas; and other accomodations providedMileage for Beginning Ranchers availableSome times may change a bit as we finalize the itinerary. 
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/sproul-ranch-tour-a-tla-ranch-tour/
LOCATION:Cottonwood Falls\, KS\, Cottonwood Falls\, Kansas\, 66845\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T210000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
CREATED:20231004T174502Z
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SUMMARY:Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition Monthly Grazing Call (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThese 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\, gain management tips and explore ideas to improve profitability while you responsibly manage your natural resources.   \n\n\n\nWho should participate: Farmers\, ranchers and educators. Anyone who is interested in grazing! \n\n\n\nTo participate in the call just dial: 563-999-2134 & enter the access code: 6473.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/kansas-grazing-lands-coalition-monthly-grazing-call-virtual/2026-09-14/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260716T173237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T173242Z
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SUMMARY:Husker Harvest Days
DESCRIPTION:Husker Harvest Days offers a glimpse into the future of agriculture\, with impressive machinery displays and expert talks. For over 40 years\, Husker Harvest Days has delivered unforgettable events to farming families by providing a world-class space for networking with agriculture’s industry leaders from around the globe. It’s where farmers and ranchers gather to gain priceless insights for their operations and make connections that last. Known as the world’s largest totally irrigated working farm show\, Husker Harvest Days gives you a pure agricultural experience that you’ll remember today\, tomorrow\, and for generations to come.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/husker-harvest-days/
LOCATION:Husker Harvest Days\, 9000 West Husker Highway\, Wood River\, Nebraska\, 68883\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T235959
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260226T205914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T213814Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Health School: Dig into the Fundamentals of Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:We’re hosting our first Soil Health School! Join the Kansas Soil Health Alliance for two days of hands-on soil health education and networking for beginners. This school is aimed at producers who are 1-5 years into a soil health management system\, and will offer practical tools and support to help guide the next steps for your farm and/or livestock operation. \n\n\n\nRegistration fee covers meals\, snacks\, and a binder of informational materials. Lodging is not included with registration. A block of rooms has been reserved at Altenhofen Inn in Seneca. Call 785-336-3663 and ask for the Kansas Soil Health block.  \n\n\n\nDay 1 includes: Soils of Kansas with Dave Kohake; Soil Health Principles & Background of BS Farms with Bill Buessing; Soil Biology with Candy Thomas and Dave Kohake; farmer panel discussing the Systems Approach to Farming with Bill Buessing\, Caleb Yoder\, Michael Thompson & Josh Lloyd; Livestock Integration with Doug Spencer and Bill Buessing; followed by an in-field grazing tour with Bill Buessing\, Doug Spencer & Ryan O’Neill; roundtable discussions after dinner \n\n\n\nDay 2 includes: Soil Core Demos with Dave Kohake; Soil and Plant Testing with Dave Kohake and Candy Thomas; an Economics Panel with Bill Buessing\, Brice Custer and Dennis Anderson; Woody Encroachment with Doug Spencer; Rainfall Simulator with Candy Thomas; an in-field follow-up from grazing on Day 1 with Bill Buessing\, Doug Spencer and Ryan O’Neill; in-field demos with Candy Thomas\, Bill Buessing\, Brice Custer and Michael Thompson; Setting Equipment for No-Till Success with Paul Jasa\, Bill Buessing and Ryan O’Neill \n\n\n\nSchedule PagesDownload
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/soil-health-school-dig-into-the-fundamentals-of-soil-health/
LOCATION:BS Farms\, Axtell\, Kansas\, 66403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northeast Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T193000
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SUMMARY:Keeper of the Plains Annual Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever Banquet
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual banquet! Enjoy a great dinner\, fun raffles\, and an evening supporting local habitat conservation for Bobwhite Quail\, Ringneck Pheasant\, pollinators and wildlife across our region. Your attendance helps fund ongoing conservation projects right here in Kansas.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/keeper-of-the-plains-annual-pheasants-forever-quail-forever-banquet/
LOCATION:Cessna Activity Center\, 2744 S. George Washington Blvd\, Wichita\, Kansas\, 67210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southcentral Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T235959
DTSTAMP:20260824T022343
CREATED:20260310T211700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T211702Z
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SUMMARY:Noble Grazing Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Noble Grazing Essentials teaches you how to manage your grazing lands by: Improving the health and productivity of your soil\, Maximizing forage use without over grazing\, Properly assessing and calculating carrying capacity and stocking rate\, and Implementing adaptive grazing strategies for pasture rest and recovery.  \n\n\n\nLincoln University is pleased to offer this special reduced registration rate to producers.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/noble-grazing-essentials/
LOCATION:Lincoln University George Washington Carver Farm\, 3804 Bald Hill Road\, Jefferson City\, Missouri\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other States
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