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SUMMARY:Livestock guardian dogs: Practical insights from the pasture
DESCRIPTION:As predator pressure remains a constant challenge for livestock producers\, North Dakota State University Extension and University of Minnesota Extension sheep and goat specialists will provide an informative webinar to help protect animals. \n\n\n\nThe webinar will feature a sheep producer who has owned guardian dogs for decades. \n\n\n\nIt will feature guest speaker Janet McNally\, owner of Tamarack Lamb & Wool. McNally brings more than four decades of sheep-rearing experience\, including twenty years of full-time management in a large predator environment near Hinckley\, Minnesota. \n\n\n\nWhile McNally began utilizing guardian dogs in 1982\, her expertise was put to the ultimate test in 1999 when a pack of 23 wolves moved into her immediate neighborhood. For the following decade\, she successfully managed a group of eight to 12 livestock guardian dogs\, deterring wolves\, bears\, bobcats\, coyotes and fishers from her flock. \n\n\n\nThe webinar is free to attend\, but registration is required.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/livestock-guardian-dogs-practical-insights-from-the-pasture/
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Dakota State University":MAILTO:travis.prochaska@ndsu.edu
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SUMMARY:QPR Suicide Prevention Training
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThough 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. \n\n\n\nResearch indicates the suicide rate is significantly higher for those working in agriculture. The QPR training will provide participants with awareness and skills to recognize and respond to warning signs of a mental health crisis or suicidal thinking\, and how to respond in an appropriate and supportive way.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/qpr-suicide-prevention-training-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Dakota State University":MAILTO:travis.prochaska@ndsu.edu
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SUMMARY:Cover Crop Summit 2026- A Practical Approach to Cover Crops
DESCRIPTION:If you are curious about the practicality of cover crops in your operation\, this hybrid event could be for you. Learn about recent research updates\, economic considerations\, and hear from individual farmer and rancher experiences.  \n\n\n\nThis event will be held in various Research Extension locations in North Dakota\, and will also have an online zoom option.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/cover-crop-summit-2026-a-practical-approach-to-cover-crops/
CATEGORIES:Other States,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="North Dakota State University":MAILTO:travis.prochaska@ndsu.edu
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SUMMARY:QPR Suicide Prevention Training
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThough 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. \n\n\n\nResearch indicates the suicide rate is significantly higher for those working in agriculture. The QPR training will provide participants with awareness and skills to recognize and respond to warning signs of a mental health crisis or suicidal thinking\, and how to respond in an appropriate and supportive way. \n\n\n\nRegistration is limited to the first 30 participants per webinar.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/qpr-suicide-prevention-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Dakota State University":MAILTO:travis.prochaska@ndsu.edu
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SUMMARY:Question-Persuade-Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention Webinar (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nResearch 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. \n\n\n\nThough 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. \n\n\n\nNDSU Extension agents Katie Henry\, Cavalier County\, Jill Sokness\, Cass County\, and NDSU Extension specialist Madeleine Smith\, will facilitate the webinar.
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/question-persuade-refer-qpr-suicide-prevention-webinar-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="North Dakota State University":MAILTO:travis.prochaska@ndsu.edu
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SUMMARY:Soil Management Summit + Dakota Innovation Research & Technology (DIRT) Conference
DESCRIPTION:The SMS/DIRT conference emphasizes proven farmer experience and applied science. Straight from the fields\, learn how heavier\, colder soils aren’t necessarily the challenge they’re made out to be. Hear from long-time no-till\, reduced tillage\, and cover crop farmers as they share their experiences\, so you can be spared the same hard-learned lessons. \n\n\n\nThe summit features presentations and Q & A with researchers\, farmers and agricultural advisors\, information from sponsors\, and conversations with farmers experienced in different soil health practices. 
URL:https://kssoilhealth.org/event/soil-management-summit-dakota-innovation-research-technology-dirt-conference/
LOCATION:Delta Hotel Fargo\, 1635 42nd Street SW\, Fargo\, North Dakota\, 58103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other States
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Dakota State University":MAILTO:travis.prochaska@ndsu.edu
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