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2024 Heart of America Grazing Conference
2024-10-15 09:00 - 2024-10-17 18:00 (America/New_York) | Hardin County Cooperative Extension Service, 111 Opportunity Way Elizabethtown, Elizabethtown, KY, 42701, United States
The Heart of America Grazing Conference is an annual conference rotated around the mid-Atlantic and southeast region that focuses on improving regenerative agricultural practices.
On Tuesday, October 15, join us for a pasture ecology workshop at a local regenerative agricultural operation, Glenmar Farms, in Cecelia, Kentucky. We will be doing a deep dive into all things related to ecological systems and welcoming Dr. Matt Poore from North Carolina State University.
Also on Tuesday, October 15, we will be having the Heart of America banquet. We look forward to recognizing individuals dedicated to promoting regenerative agriculture and supporting our mission.
On Wednesday, October 16, we will be having the Heart of America Grazing Conference at the Hardin County Extension Office in Elizabethtown. We will hear from industry experts and speakers, including Ray Archuleta, to discuss all things regenerative agriculture, soil health, and pasture ecology.
On Thursday, October 17, we will be visiting Greg Brann’s Big Springs Farm in Adolphus, Kentucky. Join us to see a well-established multi-species grazing operation with one of the nation’s foremost experts on soil health.
More details and registration.

Roads to Removal - Carbon Symposium
2024-10-28 01:30 - 2024-10-29 15:30 (America/New_York) | IL
Roads to Removal – Options for Carbon Dioxide Removal in the United States
Day 1 – October 28
Symposium & Reception
1:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Day 2 – October 29
Symposium
8:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Indiana University O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs
Free and open to the general public
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
These and other critical questions will be addressed at the Roads to Removal symposium on Monday, October 28, and Tuesday, October 29.  Hosted by the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University Indianapolis, this free, in-person campus event is open to the general public.
Participate in this important symposium to hear from both technical and policy experts on climate-smart agriculture practices, carbon credits, and the future of ethanol, bio-based diesel, and sustainable aviation fuels. Local Indiana and regional government experts, scientists, and community leaders will identify carbon-based solutions for the Midwest — with win-win opportunities for all stakeholders.
Featured speakers include SiânMooney, Indiana University; Julio Friedmann, Carbon Direct; AlyssaCharney, United States Department of Agriculture; SethHarden, The Nature Conservancy; Caleb Smith, Keystone Cooperative; Andrew Wong, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
Also, don’t miss Environmental Protection Agency Deputy Administrator Janet McCabe – in one of her first post-retirement speeches.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

The Roads to Removal report, commissioned by the Department of Energy, is a groundbreaking national analysis on the carbon dioxide removal needed to reach a net-zero greenhouse gas economy in the United States by 2050. The report highlights substantial opportunities in regional biomass carbon removal, including land use identification, conversion pathways, biorefinery site selection, and transportation.

Landwise Workshop: Row Crop Night, Montgomery, IN
2024-11-06 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Daviess County Produce Auction, 5667 900 E, Montgomery, IN, 47558, United States
Landwise Workshops
Learn with Us! Elevate your sustainability by learning from statewide experts at the LandWise Workshops. Join us for one or both evenings to learn about cover crops and soil health in row and specialty cropping systems.
Daviess County Produce Auction
5667 N 900 E Montgomery, IN
5:30-8 PM Eastern
Row Crop Night – 11-6-2024
Specialty Crop Night – 11-7-2024
Event Details:
-Soil Health Demonstrations
-PARP / CCH Credits Worker Protection Standards
-Cover Crops & Nutrient/Pests Topics
-Soil Health Education Publications
-Complimentary Meal
RSVP by Nov 1, 2024, to: Purdue Extension – Daviess County812-254-8668
Take-Home Materials include:

No-Till & Cover Crops Handbook
No-Till Organic Vegetable Farm
Cover Crop Field Guide
Forage Field Guide
Various cover crop publications

Transitioning to Organic: Field Day at Little Lighthouse Farm
2024-11-07 08:30 - 12:30 (America/Phoenix) | Little Lighthouse Farm, 2120 West Marshall Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85015, United States
Join us for an inspiring day with urban farmer, Rachel Opio, as she shares her journey of transitioning to organic at Little Lighthouse Farm. From rebuilding soil health and managing cover crops to navigating organic certification, water conservation, and urban livestock, you’ll get an inside look at what it takes to farm sustainably in a city. Learn how pollinators, chickens, and community engagement play a key role in creating an organic farm ecosystem, all while addressing food access for underserved neighborhoods. Don’t miss this real, hands-on account of urban organic farming!
This event is hosted by the Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems as part of the Arizona Transition to Organic Partnership Program (AZ TOPP) – an initiative to support food producers and handlers across the state in transitioning to organic with mentorship, technical assistance, workforce development, and community building.
TOPP is a nationwide program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP).

Nutrient Management Workshop
2024-11-07 09:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | 4001 Crescent Ave, 4001 Crescent Ave, Fort Wayne, IN, 46815, United States
Join Purdue Extension for a workshop on how to manage nutrient/ fertilizer applications, including the basics of writing a nutrient management plan.
Topics include: – Nutrient cycles – Manure sampling and analyses – Nutrient management plans (NMP) – Practice writing NMPs
Participants can earn credits for Commercial Applicator Cat. 14, PARP, and CCA.
Registration is $20 and includes: – Lunch – Manure sampling kit – Tri-State Fertilizer Recommendations
If you need accommodations to participate, please contact James Wolff at 260-481-6826 or jmwolff@purdue.edu by Oct. 31

Landwise Workshop: Specialty Crop Night, Montgomery, IN
2024-11-07 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Daviess County Produce Auction, 5667 900 E, Montgomery, IN, 47558, United States
Landwise Workshops
Learn with Us! Elevate your sustainable farming practices by learning from statewide experts at the LandWise Workshops. Join us for one or both evenings to learn about cover crops and soil health in row and specialty cropping systems.
Daviess County Produce Auction
5667 N 900 E Montgomery, IN
5:30-8PM Eastern
Row Crop Night – 11-6-2024
Specialty Crop Night – 11-7-2024
Event Details:

Soil Health Demonstrations
PARP / CCH Credits Worker Protection Standards
Cover Crops & Nutrient/Pests Topics
Soil Health Education Publications
Complimentary Meal

RSVP by Nov 1, 2024, to Purdue Extension – Daviess County 812-254-8668
Take-Home Materials include:

No-Till & Cover Crops Handbook
No-Till Organic Vegetable Farm
Cover Crop Field Guide
Forage Field Guide
Various cover crop publications

2024 ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, San Antonio, Texas
2024-11-10 08:00 - 2024-11-13 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | San Antonio, Texas
2024 ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting
AI Innovations for a Changing Climate
November 10-13 | San Antonio, Texas and Limited Virtual
AI Innovations for a Changing Climate
Attend the 2024 ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting to inspire change in agronomy, crop, and soil sciences to impact scientific advancement. Rapidly changing climate is one of the greatest challenges for modern agriculture around the world. But there is hope! By leveraging advanced modeling tools, remote sensing, machine vision, autonomous machinery, and robots, AI enables improved soil management, climate-smart farming, and accurate forest mapping. Together, let’s harness the power of AI to revolutionize the future of agriculture at the 2024 ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting.
The American Society of Agronomy, the Crop Science Society of America, and the Soil Science Society of America jointly host the premier gathering of ideas, solutions, and innovation from across the field of environmental sciences. Our Annual Meeting is equal parts science, networking, collaboration, and camaraderie. We welcome emerging learners and leaders from industry, government agencies, and academic institutions to explore advances in agronomic, crop, and soil sciences.
Finding Solutions
With thousands of educational presentations to choose from, you can explore a near-endless supply of solutions that are only one session, one conversation, and one new acquaintance away from your next best step. You can expect to head home with the knowledge of new and innovative ways to tackle the issues you may face in your everyday work. Educate yourself so you can educate others.
Strengthening Communities
We proudly serve as one of the most dynamic and largest professional networks to help build connections and ideas that will support your work and advance your career. There will never be a shortage of networking opportunities, from social events to hallway chats, which include hands-on workshops, student leadership activities, field tours, and more. Build relationships with nearly 4,000 peers and industry leaders worldwide, representing the leading institutions from academia and industry.
Broadening Opportunities
Expand your horizons and equip yourself with the right tools to advance your science through resources like science policy events, the career center, and products at the exhibit hall. We are passionate about the resources we provide at the Annual Meeting – We look forward to seeing you there.
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'Common Ground' Film Showing (Fairfield)
2024-11-10 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Denver) | Fairfield Civic Center Library, 1150 Kentucky Street, Fairfield, CA, 94533, United States
Common Ground is the highly anticipated sequel to the juggernaut success documentary, Kiss the Ground, which touched over 1 billion people globally and inspired the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to put $20 billion toward soil health. By fusing journalistic expose’ with deeply personal stories from those on the front lines of the food movement, Common Ground unveils a dark web of money, power, and politics behind our broken food system. The film reveals how unjust practices forged our current farm system in which farmers of all colors are literally dying to feed us. The film profiles a hopeful and uplifting movement of white, black, and indigenous farmers who are using alternative “regenerative” models of agriculture that could balance the climate, save our health, and stabilize America’s economy – before it’s too late.
This presentation is co-hosted by the Solano Local Food System Alliance and Fairfield Civic Center Library. A community conversation will take place following the film, to envision the future of agriculture and how to strengthen the local food system in Solano County. Alliance members will moderate the discussion.
Free/open to the public. Please register; space is limited.
Questions? Email Stephanie@SustainableSolano.org
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Partners in Conservation - Soil Health in Agriculture
2024-11-13 08:30 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | 5956 Central Ave, 5956 Central Ave, Ceres, CA, 95307, United States
Join us for an in-depth session on cover crops, featuring discussions on planting methods, equipment, and the successes and challenges encountered by orchard farmers.
Event Highlights:
Field Session: Explore various cover crop planting methods and equipment used in the field, with insights into the successes and challenges experienced.
Research Presentation by UC Merced: A 3-year research project on cover crops and compost will be presented, providing valuable findings and best practices for sustainable agriculture.
NRCS Report:
Annual funding review and discussion of Stanislaus County producer priorities and concerns.
Roundtable Discussion: Engage in a lively discussion with farmers and ranchers who will share their experiences and perspectives on challenges and barriers.
Lunch Provided!

Willacy Row Crop Conference
2024-11-14 08:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Willacy Show Barn, 10520 S Seventh St, Raymondville, TX, 78580, United States
Welcome to the Willacy Row Crop Conference!
Join us at the Willacy Show Barn for a morning filled with informative sessions, expert speakers, and networking opportunities. Your support in this program will go towards program costs, lunch, and future row crop programs in Willacy County. 1 TDA CEU will be available.
Tentative Agenda
Cotton herbicide update
Sorghum and corn seed technology updates
2024 Variety trial results
Growing sesame in South Texas
2025 Irrigation outlook
2025 Crop marketing outlook
Optional Auxin training after lunch

Hoosier Chapter SWCS Annual Meeting
2024-11-14 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Cooper Science Complex and Planetarium, 2000 W University Ave, Muncie, IN, 47306, United States
Register.
WHERE: Ball State University Student Center Room 310(2000 W University Ave, Muncie, IN 47306)
WHEN: November 14, 2024; 10am – 1pm ET
WHO: All SWCS Members and Prospective Members
WHY:

Annual Business Meeting of the Hoosier Chapter of the Soil and Water Conservation Society
Networking Lunch
Educational Sessions:

SWCS Emerging Leaders Program (Hoosier Chapter Program Participants)
Low Head Dam Removal and Connectivity (Flatland Resources LLC)
Fish, Mussel, and Benthic Macro-Invertebrate Diversity in the Wet Fork White River Headwaters (Muncie Bureau of Water Quality Aquatic Biologists)

COST: $15 for SWCS Members/$25 for Non-Members
OPTIONAL FIELD TRIP: Muncie Bureau of Water Quality*NEW* Mussel Rearing and Education Facility (5150 W Kilgore Ave, Muncie, IN47304) 1:30-2:30pm ET

Nutrient Management Workshop
2024-11-14 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 4503 W State Rd 54, 4503 W State Rd 54, Bloomfield, IN, 47424, United States
Come learn from Rick Scranton owner of Grizzley Ridge. He will cover various helpful tips on manure and nutrient management.
Learn:

to use manure/litter to its fullest potential
the benefits of Cover crops to keep soil AND nutrients in place
what goes into a good nutrient plan in (NMP)
the value of regular soil tests
the interaction of Zinc, Phosphorous, and Manganese

In addition, learn about 319 grant money available to local producers and NRCS programs that can benefit your farm operation.
Doors will open at 9:30 at the Greene County Events Center. The workshop will start at 10:am (ET) and conclude before 1:00.
Lunch is included please register by the 13th. Call Casey at the Greene County SWCD 812-384-4634 or email her at cassandra-arthur@iaswcd.org

How-to’s of Production Farming: Crop Planning & Management
2024-11-16 09:00 - 13:00 (America/North_Dakota/Center) | Owenwood Farm & Neighbor Space, 1451 John West Road, Dallas, TX, 75228, United States
Crop planning is essential to successful food production allowing for efficient use of space and resources, seasonal adaptation, soil health, pest & disease management, increased yields & profitability and market timing to name a few.
In this 2 – part crop planning workshop, Lisa Attaway, farm manager with Green City Growers, will discussing the fundamentals of putting an effective crop plan together that ensures a successful growing operation.
Established in 2008, Green City Growers is a leading force in the Urban Agriculture Industry. Learn more about their contributions to urban agriculture.
Saturday, November 16, 2024
9am-1pm
Part 1: Fundamentals of Crop Planning
In this introductory session, participants will learn the essentials of crop planning and management. This workshop will cover what crop planning entails, why it is crucial for a successful growing season, and how to develop an effective crop plan. Participants will gain insights into selecting crops, timing plantings, and managing resources to maximize yields and minimize waste.
Saturday, November 23, 2024
9am-1pm
Part 2: Hands-On Crop Planning
In this practical, interactive session, participants will apply the principles from Part 1 to create their own spring crop plans. With guidance from Lisa, participants will map out their garden spaces, select appropriate crops, and schedule planting dates to suit their unique needs. By the end of this workshop, each participant will have a tailored crop plan to guide them through the upcoming growing season.
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If you are unable to attend both, you have the option of registering one class. However, for comprehensive learning, we encourage attending both classes.
** If you have a laptop, please bring it with you!
** Food will be provided

Manure & Commercial Nutrient Management Training
2024-11-18 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Hendricks County Fairgrounds and Conference center, 1900 E. Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
Manure & commercial nutrient management is regularly identified as information critical to farmers and those who work with farmers. This training is designed to not only explore those topics, but other important factors such as Indiana pesticide laws and anhydrous safety and soil health considerations. CEUs have been requested. Lunch included.

The training is designed with dual tracks: Commercial Fertilizers and Manures. Speakers and topics include:

4Rs in Indiana – Ben Wicker, Indiana Agriculture Nutrient Alliance

Manure Management in a Soil Health System – Mark Legan, Legan Livestock and Grain/Indiana Soybean Alliance Board

Rules and Regulations – Matt Pearson, Office of the Indiana State Chemist

Anhydrous Safety and Soil Health Considerations – Adam Shanks, CCSI / Purdue On The Farm

Poultry Litter / Manure Solids Use – speaker TBD

Additional speakers being confirmed; more details coming soon!

Suggested hotels if needed:
Comfort Suites Brownsburg
Hampton Inn & Suites Brownsburg
Quality Inn & Suites Brownsburg
Comfort Inn Avon
Hampton Inn & Suites Avon
Fairfield Inn & Suites Avon

Sustainable Ag Summit, Minneapolis, MN
2024-11-20 08:00 - 2024-11-21 17:00 (America/New_York) | Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, 1300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
More info/Register
Sustainable Agriculture Summit: A Decade of Progress and a Vision for the Future
Ten years ago, the first Sustainable Agriculture Summit in Minneapolis brought together farmers, suppliers, processors, brands, academia, conservation organizations, and the public sector to advance sustainability in U.S. agriculture.
Since then, agriculture has undergone massive shifts driven by ground-breaking technologies, global supply chain disruptions, social change, and more. Now, more than ever, collaboration within the agricultural supply chain is essential to solving our shared challenges and driving a more sustainable future for our industry.
The 2024 Sustainable Agriculture Summit will offer actionable insights from world-class experts, on-the-ground perspectives from farmers and ranchers, additional interactive breakout sessions, and valuable networking opportunities. Join us as we celebrate a decade of collaboration – exploring the past, present, and, most importantly, the future of sustainable agriculture.
Who
Bringing together farmers, suppliers, processors, brands, academia, conservation organizations and the public sector.
What
The Sustainable Agriculture Summit is the premier sustainability event for agriculture and by agriculture, convening the collective food and agriculture value chain to learn, develop and advance a shared vision for a sustainable and resilient U.S. food system.
Where
Hyatt Regency
1300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN
When
November 20-21, 2024

Get It Done With a Drone Cover Crop Field Day, Seymour, IN
2024-11-21 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Seymour High School Ag Science Facility, 721 F Avenue East, Seymour, IN, 47274, United States
Get it Done With A Drone Cover Crop Field Day
Thursday, November 21, 2024
4-6 PM
Seymore High School
Ag Science Facility
721 F Ave E
Seymour, IN
Join us in Jackson County on Thursday, November 21 at the Seymour High School Ag Science Facility for a FREE cover crop field day. Learn how you can use drones to plant cover crops while your main crop is still growing. This allows the cover crops to get a head start before winter weather arrives and also means one less pass over the fields with heavy equipment.
In September, the school used a drone to plant oats, radish, and crimson clover into standing soybeans. We will watch video footage of the seeding, walk the fields to see how the cover crops are growing, and hear from experts with Premier Ag and WinField United. Cover crops are a great way to build soil health and to protect the soil during the winter months. However, it can be challenging to get cover crops planted after the main crops are harvested. There are only a handful of crops that can be planted in October or November with cereal rye being the most common. Drones allow a producer to plant cover crops earlier in the season, providing more choice in plant varieties and increasing the likelihood of significant plant growth before frost arrives. Come and see how it’s working for the high school and what might work for your farm.
We will also talk about funding opportunities including the Lake Monroe Watershed Conservation Cost-Share Program. This program covers up to 75% of the cost of select conservation practices in the Lake Monroe watershed, which spans portions of Monroe, Brown, and Jackson counties. Participants are also welcome to stay and join the Seymour chapter of Future Farmers of America for dinner at 6:00. Register online at https://www.friendsoflakemonroe.org/events-page/drone-cover-crop-field-day

Kentuckiana Crop Production Seminar, French Lick, IN
2024-12-03 08:00 - 2024-12-04 17:00 (America/New_York) | French Lick Springs Hotel, 8670 IN-56, French Lick, IN, 47432, United States
AGENDA:
Please click here to see the full agenda. All program times are Eastern. Attendees can register for either a one-day registration or two-day registration to simplify the registration options. Refreshment breaks will be provided each day and lunch will be provided for those registered. An attendee networking reception will be held Tuesday evening.

REGISTRATION:
The Kentuckiana Seminar is divided into two days. When registering, attendees should indicate which day (or days) they will be attending and pay the accompanying registration fee. Pre-registration is not required but is highly encouraged in order to have enough meals prepared for all attendees. If you prefer to use a paper registration form, please send the registration form and payment to the ABAK office, at:
340 Democrat Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601
You may also email Tiffany Webb at twebb@kyretail.com or register online here. If you choose to register on-site, please have your check, money order, or credit card ready at registration table check-in.

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS:
There are opportunities to earn CEUs for Certified Crop Advisers as well as Indiana and Kentucky certified applicators. Continuing Education Credits for this conference have been requested but have not yet been approved. The final number of credits approved may vary from the information listed below. Check the website for final approved credits: www.kyagbusiness.org.

Credits Applied For:
CCA Credits Applied For: NM: 4 | SW: 2 | PM: 5 | CM: 4
IN Applicator CCH Applied For: Category 1 – 11 | Category 11 – 3 | Category 14 – 4 | Category RT – 11
KY Applicator CEU Applied For: Category 1A – 7 | Category 10 – 1

ACCOMMODATIONS:
Overnight accommodations can be made by contacting the French Lick Hotel at 844-241-6361. The group room rate is $149.00 per night. Please mention the group code 1224KYC and that you are with the AgriBusiness Association of Kentucky Kentuckiana Meeting to receive the group rate.
To make reservations online, click here. Use the group code 1224KYC and password 1224KYC.
The room block cut-off is November 1, 2024.
Please make your reservations immediately!!

World Soil Day
2024-12-05 09:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | 3020 McConnell Rd, 3020 McConnell Rd, Greensboro, NC, 27401, United States
Please join us for our World Soil Day Celebration, where we’ll recognize the importance of soil health and sustainable soil management!

Healthy soils are the foundation of our food systems, supporting the growth of nutritious crops and resilient ecosystems. Come learn how to care for our soils, protect our resources, and ensure a healthier planet for future generations.

Invasive Plant Identification, Cover Crops and Growing Natives from Seed
2024-12-06 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 7700 Shearer Rd, 7700 Shearer Rd, Indianapolis, IN, 46219, United States
Native Plant Workshop Series-Invasive Plant Identification, Cover Crops and Growing Natives from Seed

Join staff from the Marion County Soil and Water Conservation District and Indy Urban Acres for a workshop to learn about invasive plant identification, cover crops and growing natives from seed! The workshop will be held at the 5 acre Indy Urban Acres farm site and will feature guest presenter Nathanael Pilla from Midwest Biological Survey. The workshop will include the following topics using various projects on the farm property:

Invasive plant identification
Cover crops
Growing native plants from seed

Information on upcoming workshops

Distribution of native plant resources

The workshop will also include repotting activities in the heated greenhouse at IUA.
The program is funded with the generous support of a grant from the National Association of Conservation Districts and USDA-NRCS.
Attendees will be limited to 25 registrants.
Where: 7700 Shearer Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46219
When: 9:00-12 Noon on Friday 12/6. Wear appropriate outdoor attire for being outside! Drinking water and hot coffee will be provided.
If you have any questions, contact marioncountyswcd@iaswcd.org

Managing Soil: Maximizing Profit
2024-12-10 09:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Wagner Theater – Banquet Room, 218 Main Avenue, South Wagner, SD, 57380, United States
The Managing Soil: Maximizing Profit Meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, from 9:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Wagner Movie Theater Banquet Room (218 Main Ave. S. Wagner, SD 57380). The Southeast Research Farm Annual Business Meeting will also occur from 12:45-1:00 p.m.
Educational presentations will focus on improving soil health through reduced tillage, diverse rotations, managing for better soil microbiology and incorporating cattle grazing annual forages and cover crops. Continuing education credits for certified crop advisors will be available.
Agenda

9:15 a.m. – Registration
9:45 a.m. – Tillage, Rotation and Soil Health: Peter Sexton, Associate Professor, SDSU Extension Sustainable Cropping Systems Specialist and Southeast Research Farm Supervisor; and Anthony Bly, SDSU Extension Soils Field Specialist
10:45 a.m. – Break
11:00 a.m. – Local Problems Need a Local Solution – DIY Boosting Beneficial Microbes: Jim Williams, St. Charles, South Dakota farmer
12:00 p.m. – Lunch
12:45 p.m. – Southeast Farm Board Meeting / elections
1:00 p.m. – Profitably Managing Soil, Crops, and Cattle: Brian Johnson, Frankfort, South Dakota farmer and South Dakota Soil Health Coalition
2:00 p.m. – Grazing Annual Forages and Cover Crops: Kevin Sedivec, NDSU Rangeland Management
3:00 p.m. – Panel Discussion
3:30 p.m. – Program Closes

Registration
The cost to attend this meeting is $25 or free for Southeast Farm members. Registration is required and can be completed here. For more information, contact Anthony Bly, SDSU Extension Soils Field Specialist or Sara Bauder, SDSU Extension Forage Field Specialist.

Building Resiliency in Today's Agricultural Climate
2024-12-10 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Community Engagement Center, 1260 West Main Street, Whitewater, WI, 53190, United States

Improving Soil Health Workshop
2024-12-11 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Tribune, 1001 Ingalls Rd, Tribune, KS, 67879, United States
Welcome to Farming with Biology!
Come join us in Tribune, KS for an exciting event where we explore the fascinating world of farming through the lens of biology. Jay Young and Tyler Johnson will lead the day discussing their firsthand experiences implementing compost extracts to improve soil health and profitability! Their topics will cover economics, applications, tools, and their own journey through this time.
Tyler will also share his experience working with local farmers as he helps provide them with the products and tools needed to begin their journey. This will be a great topic as many times the hardest part is just getting started!
Jay will cover more extensively rotational grazing, making compost and compost extracts as well as thinking outside the box to increase revenue.
There will also be a farmer panel to round out the day. A.J. Crotinger, Eric Lobmeyer and Jerry Young will discuss the challenged they have faced with weed management and some of the tactics they have used to combat those stubborn weeds.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and discover innovative ways to enhance your farming techniques. Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or just starting out, there’s something for everyone at Farming with Biology!
Join us in person for a day filled with knowledge, networking, and inspiration. See you there!

Southern Maryland Crops Conference
2024-12-12 16:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Baden Fire Department, 16608 Brandywine Road, Brandywine, MD, 20613, United States
The conference will address:
· Strategies for managing herbicide resistant weeds
· Updates on the agricultural and grain markets
· Latest field crop insect and disease updates
· Agricultural law updates
· Nutrient management and pesticide updates
· And more!
Attendance at this program will fulfill the requirements for Private Pesticide Applicator Recertification and Nutrient Management Voucher Training.

Indiana CCA Conference, Indianapolis
2024-12-17 08:00 - 2024-12-18 17:00 (America/New_York) | Indianapolis Marriott East, 7202 East 21st St, Indianapolis, IN, 46219, United States
More info / register
The Indiana CCA Conference is an excellent opportunity for earning continuing education units and networking with other CCAs. The two-day program is packed with presentations. There are four to five concurrent sessions each hour. Each day the morning sessions are repeated in the afternoon giving you plenty of opportunity to hear the talks of interest. The program features leaders from Indiana agriculture as well as speakers from other parts of the country. The program is designed to allow CCAs to earn up to 16 CEUs during the two days.

Utilize The Power of Biology (life): Make Your Fertility! Day 1 [York Farm - Illinois]
2024-12-18 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Adam York Farm, 2335 Fox Lane, Jacksonville, IL, 62650, United States
The Power of Life Workshop
Cost: $ 200 per person, including two lunch meals (RSVP)
Location: ADAM YORK FARM, 2335 Fox Lane, JACKSONVILLE, ILLINOIS 62650
Featured Speakers: David Kleinschmidt, Barry Fisher, Todd Harrington, Ray Archuleta, Adam York, and Brad Holbrook
For more information or any questions about the event: Please get in touch with Jared by phone at (309) 299-5288 or by email at jared.rohn@agribiosystems.com for payment and more information. Nearby Lodging Options: Best Hotels in Springfield, Illinois: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g60887-Springfield_Illinois-Hotels.html
Wednesday 18th, 2024
8:00 – 8:05 Welcome: Ray Archuleta, Adam York, Brad Holbrook, Todd Harrington
8:05 – 8:30 Biology Journey (Regenerative farming) Adam York and Brad Holbrook
8:30 – 9:45 SoilDemonstrations- Ray Archuleta
9:45 – 10:00 Break
10:00 – 11:00 Biomimicry, Soil HealthPrinciples, and Ecosystem Process Ray Archuleta
11:00 – 12:00 Haney Soil Test based on biomimicry
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 Application of Haney Soil Test: David Kleinschmidt
2:00-3:00 The Logistics of Cover Crops and Soil Biology in Corn/Soybean Rotations Barry Fisher
3:00- 4:00 Animal Integration into Cropping Systems Ray Archuleta
4:00 – 4:30 Questions and Answers
4:30 End of First Day

Utilize The Power of Biology (life): Make Your Fertility! Day 2 [York Farm Illinois]
2024-12-19 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Adam York Farm, 2335 Fox Lane, Jacksonville, IL, 62650, United States
The Power of Life Workshop
Cost: $ 200 per person, including two lunch meals (RSVP)
Location: ADAM YORK FARM, 2335 Fox Lane, JACKSONVILLE, ILLINOIS 62650
Featured Speakers: David Kleinschmidt, Barry Fisher, Todd Harrington, Ray Archuleta, Adam York, and Brad Holbrook
For more information or any questions about the event: Please get in touch with Jared by phone at (309) 299-5288 or by email at jared.rohn@agribiosystems.com for payment and more information. Nearby Lodging Options: Best Hotels in Springfield, Illinois: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g60887-Springfield_Illinois-Hotels.html
Thursday 19th, 2024
8:00 – 8:45 Why Soil Biology? (Todd Harrington)
8:45 – 10:45 Tour Biological Facility (Todd, Adam, and Brad)
10:45 – 11:00 Break
11:00-12:00 Equipment and Logistical Challenges (Todd, Adam and Brad)
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 PROS AND CONS BIO FERTILITY: Todd, Adam and Brad
2:00 – 2:30 The power of Algae “En Soil” Tucker Garrigan
2:30-4:00Large Group Discussion
4:00-4:15Wrap up

National No-Till Conference, Louisville, KY
2025-01-07 08:00 - 2025-01-10 17:00 (America/New_York) | Louisville Marriott Downtown, 280 W Jefferson St, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
For more than 3 decades, the National No-Tillage Conference has been providing the practical tips and information farmers need to run a more successful and profitable no-till operation. In our 33rd year, we’re ready to do it again at the Louisville Marriott Downtown in Louisville, on January 7-10, 2025.
Don’t miss an energetic 4 days of nonstop learning from leading no-tillers, agronomists, researchers, and other no-till experts sharing innovative ideas that can help you get the most out of your no-till farming system.
This 33rd annual conference offers a mix of thought-provoking General Sessions, expert-led No-Till Classrooms, and collaborative No-Till Roundtables. Plus, valuable pesticide recertification and Certified Crop Advisor credits will be available to qualifying attendees.
Just as important is the opportunity for you to profit from unlimited hallway networking with the most innovative and forward-thinking minds in no-till during this January event that kicks off the 2025 crop production season. Don’t miss out!
Please call (262) 432-0388 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CT to register, or click here.

Indiana Hort Congress
2025-01-14 08:00 - 2025-01-15 17:00 (America/New_York) | Hendricks County Fairgrounds and Conference center, 1900 E. Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
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Fifteen Reasons to Attend the Indiana Hort Conference January 14-15, 2025
December 13, 2024
By: Liz Maynard

Indiana Hort Conference 2025

Meet Purdue’s new Extension vegetable pathologist, Dr. César Escalante, and hear about the cucurbit diseases he found in 2024.
Learn from Indiana’s cover crop guru, Dr. Eileen Kladivko–she doesn’t speak often at events focused on vegetable crops, so this is a unique opportunity to hear from someone who knows our soils and how cover crops improve their health.
Get the essential vegetable weed management updates from Dr. Stephen Meyers, who does the field trials, to know what works.
Learn how to provide food and habitat for the ‘good bugs’ that pollinate your crops or eat the ‘bad bugs’ from Dr. Laura Ingwell.
Get inspired to try a new pepper production system or venture into Scotch bonnet peppers after hearing from Dr. Petrus Langenhoven and Nathan Shoaf.
Join the discussion about future climate challenges for vegetable production: what’s expected, and what are/can farmers do about it?
Step into the Markets session to learn what buyers really want from Camillia Ulloa and Dr. Ariana Torres. Analyze the costs and benefits of beneficial insects for spinach in high tunnels from Jean Pierre Zavala and hear what it takes to get ready for new markets from Dr. Tim Woods.
Discover market opportunities through online food hubs operating in Indiana at the panel discussion with Region Roots, Market Wagon, and Local Source, hosted by Sarah Hanson in the Markets session.
Gain tips for protecting high tunnel crops from nematodes, insects, and diseases with Drs. Wenjing Guan, Lei Zhang, Laura Ingwell, and César Escalante, in the High Tunnel session.
Evaluate how soil moisture sensors could help you manage irrigation in high tunnel tomatoes with Drs. Wenjing Guan and Liz Maynard.
Understand NRCS cost-share programs available for high tunnel production with Cara Bergschneider.
High tunnel crops need pollination too; how can you help that happen? Learn from Robert Grosdidier.
Take home ideas for improving the soil in your high tunnels, compiled from the experiences of Dr. Matt Kleinhenz.
Figure out what benefits companion plants could bring to your high tunnel with Allison Zablah.
Learn about strategies for managing the environment for strawberries and greens in high tunnels over the winter from Drs. Wenjing Guan and Liz Maynard.

Plus, sign up for PARP (Private Applicator Recertification) Credit!

2025 Soil Health Conference
2025-01-15 12:00 - 2025-01-16 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Ramkota Hotel & Watertown Event Center, 1901 9th Avenue Southwest, Watertown, SD, 57201, United States
The 2025 Soil Health Conference will be held Jan. 15-16 at the Ramkota Hotel and Event Center in Watertown, SD, and will feature many speakers including Keith Berns, Joe Breker, Paul Jasa, Jon Lundgren, Dean Sponheim, and more!
Don’t miss this outstanding opportunity to learn more about soil health land management practices! In addition to the keynote speakers, this conference will feature breakout sessions, discussion panels, award presentations, demonstrations, vendor booths, student contests, and more! This is a chance to network with experienced sustainable agriculture producers and experts and brainstorm solutions for your land management challenges!
Early registrations are appreciated for planning purposes. Registration for the Soil Health Conference and Annual Meeting is $50 and includes all event materials and meals as well as a free South Dakota Soil Health Coalition membership or membership renewal if so desired.
A block of rooms has been reserved for this conference at the hotel for the rate of $104.99 per night.

OSU Soil Health Webinar Series: Soil Health through a Producer, Educator, and Researcher Lens
2025-01-16 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | IL
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Get ready to dig into soil health with the 2025 Soil Health Webinar Series hosted by The Ohio State University Agronomic Crops Team. In this monthly series starting in January, farmers, industry, and academic experts will weigh in on practical steps to improve soil health and measure impact on crop yield and farm profitability. This year’s topics are based primarily on viewer requests from recent years. The series runs through April.
Continuing education credits will be available for Certified Crop Advisers who view the program live. Recordings will also be available through the Ohio State Agronomy YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@OSUAgronomicCrops.
Topics:

January 16: Zooming into soil health via a producer, an educator, and a researcher lens
February 13: Understanding the basics and practicalities of biologicals
March 20: Comparisons of soil health tests and what they are telling us?
April 10: Soil health in the urban sphere
