Kansas Soil Health Alliance

Whole Farm Health- Session 2
2026-02-17 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Douglas County Fairgrounds, Flory Building, 2120 Harper Street, Lawrence, Kansas, 66046, United States
This week’s topic: Optimizing Grass Productivity Through Managed Grazing with speaker Ethan Walker

Whole Farm Health is for farmers and families – seeking to: Learn strategies to successfully transition to soil health practices; Establish Succession plans for intergenerational transfer; Discover profitable cost saving measures using Cover Crops; and Support family and neighbors by embracing holistic practices to increase human health and wellness.

Farming with Soil Life Virtual Short Course: Southeast Region
2026-02-18 08:00 - 12:00
Join the Xerces Society’s Farming with Soil Life Short Course (virtual via Zoom) to learn about beneficial soil life! This online course will highlight the importance of macro and micro animals in soil that contribute to maintaining healthy and productive soils on working lands, the functions they perform, and guidelines for optimizing land management practices to support diverse soil fauna. This course is free to attend, but registration is required. Visit the Xerces Society’s events page for more info. Learn more and register here today!
This short course training is funded by Southern SARE as a Professional Development Project and designed for farmers, working lands managers, NRCS staff, Soil and Water Conservation District staff, Extension Specialists and Educators, Agronomists and other agricultural professionals, and conservation practitioners in the Southeast SARE region (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA) interested in increasing their ability to interpret and manage land to support diverse aboveground and belowground ecosystems, while also increasing crop resilience and soil health.
Learning Objectives
Improve technical knowledge of major soil invertebrate groups in the southern SARE region, including identification, ecology and roles in soil health, scouting methods, and conservation strategies.
Be able to conduct hands-on scouting and sampling of soil animals to evaluate species diversity in agricultural settings.
Understand how invertebrate diversity may be used as a rough bioindicator of soil health, and learn to compare the diversity of soil animals across areas with differing management practices.
Learn practical, science-based conservation strategies to help increase the abundance and diversity of soil animal life, and how USDA Farm
Bill conservation programs may be used to support adoption of these strategies.
Increase adoption of management practices that support soil invertebrates and soil health.

Central Nebraska Soil Health Conference
2026-02-18 08:00 - 15:30 | Lochland Country Club, 601 W. Lochland Rd., Hastings, Nebraska, 68901, United States
The Nebraska Soil Health Conferences bring together farmers, researchers and industry professionals to share insights on regenerative practices that support both farm profitability and long-term soil resilience. Program topics across the two locations include farmer experiences with regenerative practices, soybean management using regenerative approaches, reducing input costs with healthier soils, extending crop rotations, and grazing cover crops.

Western Farm Show
2026-02-19 00:00 - 2026-02-21 23:59 | American Royal Complex, 1701 American Royal Ct., Kansas City, Missouri, 64102, United States
The Western Farm Show is the Midwest’s Best Indoor Farm Show! Hundreds of exhibitors. The latest in farm & ranch technology. Acres of things to do & see! Join us for the Women In Agriculture Industry Event and FFA Day at the show.

KATCON: Kansas Agricultural Technologies Conference
2026-02-20 09:00 - 17:00 | Clay County Events Center, 213 S 12th Street, Clay Center, Kansas, 67432, United States
Join us for a jam-packed day filled with the latest information on agricultural research and technology in Kansas! Proceeds from KATCON 2026 will contribute to the Kansas Farm Research Network, a new collaborative program for producers across Kansas. One of the highlights of our annual conference is hearing reports from the previous year’s researchers. Just another way KARTA is helping YOU stay at the cutting edge of your operation. Learn from others doing it!

Question-Persuade-Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention Webinar (VIRTUAL)
2026-02-23 13:00 - 14:30
Addressing the wellness needs of those working in agriculture or related areas will be the focus of several upcoming Question-Persuade-Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention webinars sponsored by North Dakota State University Extension. The 90-minute webinar will address concerns of high stress levels in agriculture-related jobs and the toll on mental and emotional well-being.

Research indicates the suicide rate is significantly higher for those working in agriculture. The QPR training will provide participants with awareness and skills to recognize warning signs of a mental health crisis or suicidal thinking and respond in an appropriate and supportive way.

Though focused on individuals working in and around agriculture, anyone interested in the topic can register. There is no cost for the training, which is supported by a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

NDSU Extension agents Katie Henry, Cavalier County, Jill Sokness, Cass County, and NDSU Extension specialist Madeleine Smith, will facilitate the webinar.

Whole Farm Health- Session 3
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Douglas County Fairgrounds, Flory Building, 2120 Harper Street, Lawrence, Kansas, 66046, United States
This week’s topic: Regenerative Cropping Systems with speaker Michael Thompson

Whole Farm Health is for farmers and families – seeking to: Learn strategies to successfully transition to soil health practices; Establish Succession plans for intergenerational transfer; Discover profitable cost saving measures using Cover Crops; and Support family and neighbors by embracing holistic practices to increase human health and wellness.

Commodity Classic's 30th Anniversary
2026-02-25 00:00 - 2026-02-27 23:59 | Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, 900 E. Market St., San Antonio, Texas, 78205, United States
Commodity Classic is unlike any other event in agriculture because it’s created by farmers, for farmers. At Commodity Classic, you’ll get the answers, solutions and information you need to gain greater clarity- and create a vision for your farm’s success for years to come.

Managing Pastures for Livestock
2026-02-25 16:30 - 19:30 | Rush Center Township Hall, 220 Union Street, Rush Center, Kansas, 67575, United States
Topics include: Cedar Infestation Eliminating Pasture & Prairie Acres, Brush Management, and Preparing for Burning

Spring Eastern Kansas Wildland Fire School
2026-02-26 00:00 - 2026-03-01 23:59 | Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, Kansas, 66210, United States
Johnson County Community College, in partnership with the Kansas Forest Service and the Johnson County Fire & Emergency Services Chiefs’ Association, proudly presents the Second Annual Spring Eastern Kansas Wildland Fire School!

This program is designed for those passionate about their career or establishing a career in wildland firefighting, a profession offering diverse job experiences and invaluable skills. The Wildland Fire School hosts academy sessions to provide quality operational wildland firefighting courses required for qualifications based on and in accordance with National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Standards.

Soil Health Workshop
2026-02-26 09:00 - 16:00 | Seward County Ag Building, 1501 W. 8th Street, Liberal, Kansas, 67901, United States
Candy Thomas will present, “Getting More Out of Your Soil Test.” Josh Lofton will present, “Intensifying Cropping Systems.” The afternoon session will include a Local Work Group meeting where you can add input into local area programs.

Soil Health Measurements & Benchmarking: A Two-Part Webinar Series (VIRTUAL)
2026-02-26 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a two-part webinar series focused on soil health measurements and benchmarking from the Soil Health Institute (SHI).

The first session will highlight SHI’s recommended soil health measurements and discuss how they can support efficient and scalable soil health sampling efforts.

In the second session, we will dive deeper into how these measurements are incorporated into SHI’s soil health benchmarking – an approach used to understand how healthy a soil is today and how it could become.

This webinar series is offered through Farmers for Soil Health (FSH), an initiative designed to increase cover crop adoption by providing technical assistance, financial incentives, and educational resources. Whether you are new to cover crops or looking to refine your approach, these sessions will provide practical insights that can be applied in the field.

Conservation Agriculture and Soil Health (VIRTUAL)
2026-02-26 12:00 - 13:00
Join Conservation Nebraska and Dr. Humberto Blanco for a presentation that will discuss the impacts of conservation agricultural practices on soil health and ecosystem services. Dr. Humberto Blanco is a soil scientist and professor at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, known for his research on soil management, soil physics, carbon cycling, cover crops, and conservation agriculture. He is one of the most widely cited soil scientists in the U.S., with more than 21,000 citations to his work. He holds a Ph.D. in Soil Science from the University of Missouri.

Winter Workshop Series: Growing Soil Biology in an Arid Climate with Nick Vos
2026-02-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Pleasantview Activity Center, 5013 S Dean Rd, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States
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.

Please RSVP by Tuesday, Feb. 24th by calling the office @ 620-888-2054 or email clwreservations@gmail.com

2026 South Dakota Grasslands Summit
2026-03-03 00:00 - 2026-03-04 23:59 | Highland Conference Center, 200 Highland Way, Mitchell, South Dakota, 57301, United States
The Grasslands Initiative invites you- as a professional, as a supporter, or as a curious learner, to widen your view on the grasslands in South Dakota through presentations and conversations at the South Dakota Grasslands Summit in Mitchell.

Regenerative Cropping Seminar
2026-03-03 10:00 - 19:30 | Pratt County 4-H Building, 81 Lake Road, Pratt, Kansas, 67124, United States
Call or text Riley @ (620) 388-0625 with any questions

Hope to see you there!

Soil Health Workshop
2026-03-04 11:30 - 13:30 | Ellsworth Rec Center, 221 W Douglas Ave, Ellsworth, KS, 67439, United States
Join us for lunch & learn! Speaker Clint Cox will discuss integrating biologicals and livestock to improve soil health.

SEK Women in Ag Seminar
2026-03-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Dutch Country Cafe, 309 North Maple, Garnett, Kansas, 66032, United States
Come join fellow women in ag for a day of inspiration, motivation, and learning!

Farmer to Farmer Round Table Talk
2026-03-05 11:30 - 13:30 | Kiowa County Fairgrounds, 720 N. Bay St., Greensburg, Kansas, 67054, United States
A casual conversation about drone spraying, highlighting its distinctive approach to precise pest control in rangelands. Targeted spraying of invasive weeds in CRP areas and crop fields. Following the discussion, operators will conduct demonstrations outside. Lunch provided by Kiowa County Conservation District.

Support Team includes: Mike Coleman, Central Kansas Biologist, Ducks Unlimited; Sara Lambert, NRCS Soil Conservationist; Lody Black, NRCS Grazing Management Specialist; Jacob Christiansen, KDWP, District Wildlife Biologist; and Madison Ary, K-State Extension

Area Drone Operators include: Scott Huck- Coldwater, KS; Austin Brake- Kinsley, KS; Andrew Kostner- Isabel, KS; and Zach Wilson- Turon, KS

Urban Ag Mini Conference
2026-03-07 00:00 - 23:59 | Douglas County Fairgrounds, Flory Building, 2120 Harper Street, Lawrence, Kansas, 66046, United States
No-Till on the Plains is hosting an Urban Ag Mini Conference in Lawrence, KS! Daphne Miller, MD will be our keynote speaker! Topics include vegetable production, economics, planting strategies and more!

Eastern Kansas Land Management Seminar
2026-03-07 09:00 - 15:00 | Holy Trinity Catholic School, 601 E Chippewa St, Paola, Kansas, 66071, United States
Topics include: Woody Encroachment & Brush Management, Grazing Considerations & Pasture Management, Invasive Species & Land Restoration, and a Vendor Tradeshow!

Regenerative Soil Health Discussions for Pastureland, Grazing Management, and Alternative Cropping
2026-03-09 08:00 - 2026-03-10 17:00 | University of Missouri Southwest Research Center, 14548 Highway H, Mt. Vernon, Missouri, 65712, United States
Learn how to increase profitability, extend your grazing season, improve soil health, and build drought resilience with Understanding Ag consultants Luke Jones and Rodney Saunders.

Enhancing Your Grazing From the Ground Up
2026-03-09 09:00 - 17:00 | Red Rock Ranch, 4340 270th Road, Soldier, Kansas, 66540, United States
Featured speaker: Steve Kenyon of Greener Pastures Ranching Ltd. of Alberta, Canada

Topics include: We Grow Soil, It’s All About the Water, Livin’ On the Edge, What Bugs Me

Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition Monthly Grazing Call (VIRTUAL)
2026-03-09 19:30 - 21:00
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, gain management tips and explore ideas to improve profitability while you responsibly manage your natural resources.

Who should participate: Farmers, ranchers and educators. Anyone who is interested in grazing!

To participate in the call just dial: 563-999-2134 & enter the access code: [REDACTED].

National Cover Crop Summit (VIRTUAL)
2026-03-10 00:00 - 2026-03-12 23:59
The National Cover Crop Summit will return March 10-12, 2026, with another can’t-miss lineup of today’s most successful cover cropper adopters, researchers and agronomists sharing their best seeding strategies, grazing and feeding tips, variety selection secrets and more.

Enhancing Your Grazing From the Ground Up
2026-03-10 09:00 - 17:00 | The SAVE Farm, 9680 N 52nd St, Riley, Kansas, 66531, United States

Soil Health Workshop
2026-03-11 09:00 - 14:30 | Dodge City Fairgrounds, 901 Park Street, Dodge City, Kansas, 67801, United States
Speakers include Colby Stegman and Candy Thomas. Lunch provided.

Regenerative Soil Health Workshop/Field Day for Pastureland, Grazing Management, and Cropping Systems
2026-03-11 09:00 - 2026-03-12 16:30 | New Life Church of Barnett, 22139 Hwy 52, Barnett, Missouri, 65011, United States
Learn practical strategies to: Increase farm profitability, Build drought resilience, Extend grazing season, Reduce input costs, and Design effective cover crop mixes

Virtual Field Day: Evaluating Manure Application and Cover Crop Planting Timing to Maximize Water Quality Benefits in Corn (VIRTUAL)
2026-03-12 13:00 - 14:00
The virtual field day aims to provide valuable insights into the impacts of different cover crop systems and manure application methods on water quality and corn yield. In this innovative project, funded in part by the Iowa Nutrient Research Center, the focus is on how timing affects yield and water quality when comparing fall and spring manure applications.

Any person interested in cover crops, manure application or water quality is welcome to attend the virtual field day. Participants are also encouraged to bring any questions they would like to ask.

Living With Fire: Prescribed Burning, Wildfire Safety, & Land Stewardship
2026-03-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Douglas County Fairgrounds, Flory Building, 2120 Harper Street, Lawrence, Kansas, 66046, United States
Fire has shaped our landscapes for centuries—with both beneficial and destructive outcomes. This program explores fire as a management tool, covering prescribed burning, wildfire risk reduction, and practical steps homeowners can take to live more safely with fire. Participants will gain a better understanding of when fire helps, when it threatens, and how thoughtful planning can protect people, property, and ecosystems. Registration is free!
