The Premier Soil Health Event is for farmer, by farmers. Hosted by the Minnesota Soil Health Coalition, this events brings local, national, and regional soil health experts together to provide farmers and ranchers information they can use to improve their operations. Network with other farmers and farmer mentors, plus learn from long-time practitioners of strategies…
Michael Thompson, Chairman, Kansas Soil Health Alliance, will be our main speaker leading us through topics on soil health, biologicals, and importance of cover crops. Hayden Guetterman will also be joining us to discuss success stories on their large-scale crop ground. We will allow time for questions and answers as well. Lunch will be provided.…
Recent headlines about global insect declines and three billion fewer birds in North America are a bleak reality check about how ineffective our current landscape designs have been at sustaining the plants and animals that sustain us. Such losses are not an option if we wish to continue our current standard of living on Planet…
Get ready to exchange ideas with global innovators in resilient agriculture. The Soil Health Institute’s 10th Anniversary Meeting will convene thought leaders to spark collaboration, gain new perspectives, and shape the future of the soil health movement. The virtual gathering will deepen knowledge and ignite opportunity across academia, industry, government, nonprofit, philanthropy, and other sectors…
In this two-day seminar you will learn how you can take your operation to the next level through cutting edge techniques that can increase your beef production per acre by two, three or even ten times what it is producing now, all while often decreasing your input costs. These techniques focus on optimizing biological principles…
The program for the day will include: the basics of soil health & how to attain it, investigating soil characteristics, economics of soil health, and cattle grazing management using virtual fencing. A Farmer/Rancher & Speaker Panel will be included. Registration begins at 8:30am and lunch will be provided.
In this MPF webinar with Doug Ladd, former conservation scientist with the Missouri Chapter of The Nature Conservancy, we’ll explore the unique world of lichens, including what a lichen is and how lichens function, as well as their role in prairie landscapes, with a focus on some characteristic and unusual lichens of MPF sites. This…
The South Dakota Grassland Coalition’s Annual Conference brings together ranching families, ag professionals, and land stewards from across the region for two days of learning, networking, and inspiration. This year’s theme, “Legacy on the Land: Building Strong Families and Profitable Ranches,” highlights the heart of ranching: healthy families, thriving businesses, and resilient grasslands. Whether you’re a multi-generational…
THE BIG SOIL HEALTH EVENT provides producers, landowners, and ag industry members with a ground-up educational experience. While many conferences inspire and teach, THE BIG SOIL HEALTH EVENT encourages and illuminates soil health practice adoption.
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,…
Join Keith Berns, Nebraska farmer, for this energizing webinar on the power of cover crop diversity. Drawing from years of on-farm experience, research, and innovation, Keith will break down how to build successful multi-species mixes and how diversity can help your system become more resilient, productive, and profitable. This farmer-focused session will explore: - Why…
Curious how small changes in pH can make a big difference in productivity? Come learn how to make your soil work smarter. Join us for an afternoon focused on what really matters below the surface — understanding soil fertility and pH for better results in the field.
Featuring Keynote Speaker Dr. Jill Clapperton and Farmer-led panels. What to expect: Cutting-edge insights and actionable strategies to elevate soil and crop quality. Great food, local hospitality, and Green Cover's signature community-building atmosphere. Plus, ample break time for visiting with vendors and networking with fellow attendees.
Learn proven ways to build soil health, cut costs, and boost yields. Perfect for farmers ready to grow sustainably. Topics and speakers include: "Secrets of Intensive Rotational Grazing" by Kevin Wiltse, "Grazing with No Fences" by Jay Young, and "Getting More Out of Your Soil Test" by Candy Thomas
If you are down near Wilmore and have some thoughts on grassland monitoring, or would like to learn more about it, stop in at the Wilmore Community Building for a Farmer to Farmer Lunch! Our Conservation Delivery Specialist for the Red Hills, Nathan Tavaglione, will be there alongside local partners to help facilitate conversation and…
Join us at this Soil Health Workshop featuring speaker, Dale Strickler! This event is hosted by the Effingham Management Unit comprised of the Conservation Districts of Atchison, Doniphan, Jefferson and Leavenworth counties as well as the Lower Kansas River Watershed program.
Learn proven ways to build soil health, cut costs, and boost yields. Perfect for farmers ready to grow sustainably. Topics and speakers include: "Ins and Outs of Managing with a Holistic Approach and Implementing Your Own Concepts" by Colby Stegman, and "Getting More Out of Your Soil Test" by Candy Thomas
The Northeast Nebraska Ag Conference is the premier event of the year for exchanging practical farm and ranch ideas! Learn from others who are increasing their operation's financial stability and environmental stewardship. This event has something for everyone from those who are interested in new management practices to the innovative farmer who has been implementing…
Many current stormwater best management practices promote the use of native plant species to increase and maintain long-term function for green infrastructure projects. However, the methods and techniques to successfully establish native plant species vary greatly because of site conditions, timing of establishment, and restoration needs of the green infrastructure. Join Chuck Caverly, botanist and…
Landowners and producers are invited to attend an informative program on managing woody plant encroachment—including eastern red cedar, locust, buckbrush, and more—into grasslands. Learn practical strategies to maintain healthy grasslands, improve forage production, protect native ecosystems, along with information regarding ongoing research in this area.