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Scott County Cover Crop Tour, Scottsburg, IN
2026-03-14 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Scott County Fairgrounds, 710 Fairground Rd, Scottsburg, IN, 47170, United States
Scott County Cover Crop Tour
Join us to expand your knowledge on cover crops by visiting local farms!
Saturday, March 14
9AM-Approx. 1PM
Meet @ Scott County Saddle Club (710 W Fairground Road, Scottsburg)
Transportation to farms from the Saddle Club and lunch will be provided.
Registration is required. To register or for more information, call Scott County SWCD at 812-752-2269 ext 3 or email scottcountyswcd@gmail.com. Registration deadline is 3/6/26.

Soil Con, Syracuse IN
2026-03-17 08:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Oakwood Event Center, 849 E Lake View Rd, Syracuse, IN, 46567, United States
Led by our district Soil Health Specialist, Soil-Con will bring together three perspectives on soil health. Paul Jasa will show how no-till systems must be managed correctly in the field. Dr. Ray Weil will explain the soil biology and nutrient cycling that make those systems work. And Dr. Thomas Dykstra will connect both to long-term plant health and economic outcomes. Together, they show that soil health isn’t one practice; it’s a system.
Visit the website for registration, agenda, and additional information:
https://www.kosciuskoswcd.org/soil-con-2026

Interpreting Soil Test Results
2026-03-17 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Farm Alliance of Baltimore, 1500 Union Avenue #1300, Baltimore, MD, 21211, United States
Overview

Dig deeper into what your soil is telling you!

This hands-on workshop will walk you through how to get the most out of soil testing. We’ll go over the differences between standard fertility tests and soil health tests, how to read common soil test reports, and how to apply specific soil health practices based on your results, with time set aside for Q&A and discussion. You’ll leave with practical tools to make informed decisions for your farm or garden!
Attendees are encouraged to bring questions and their own soil test results for review!
About the Facilitator
Dana Rushovich currently serves as the NRCS State Agronomist for Maryland providing technical guidance to field staff and producers on agronomic practices such as cover crops, nutrient management, soil health practices, and pest management. Prior to starting this position, she was a Soil Conservationist in Howard County and a Nutrient Management Advisor in Baltimore County. She has a background in diversified vegetable farming in both urban and rural environments. She holds a B.S. in Environmental Science and Policy from University of Maryland as well as an M.S. in Soil Science from University of Maryland.
Additional Information
This workshop will be held indoors. We encourage you to bring a water bottle! Extra water, masks, and hand sanitizer will be provided.

Parking: Parking is available in the lot on the north side of the Union Mill building. Street parking is also available in the neighborhood.
Restrooms: There is a restroom on site.
Accessibility: The conference room is on the first floor with ramp access. Seating will be provided.
Illness: Please do not attend this event if you are sick or experiencing symptoms of illness including but not limited to fever, coughing, and/or vomiting.
Cancellation: In the event that we need to cancel due to weather or unforeseen circumstances, attendees will receive an email notification.

Questions? Please contact programs@farmalliancebaltimore.org

California Soil Health Field Days -2026
2026-03-18 08:00 - 2026-03-19 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CSU, Chico University Farm, 311 Nicholas C Shouten Lane, Chico, CA, 95928, United States
Two-day event on regenerative practices with keynotes, panels, producer talks, demos, tours, vendors & hosted lunches and social hour.

March 18 & 19, 2026
Chico State University Farm
311 Nicholas C Shouten Lane
Chico, CA 95928
Step into the future of farming during this immersive event focused on regenerative agriculture – where healthier soils, resilient farms, and long-term profitability come together.
Connected with inspiring speakers, educators, researchers, and fellow farmers, dive into hands-on field demonstrations, explore a vibrant vendor fair, and enjoy a catered lunch both days.
Questions? Contact Emily Moore at eemore@csuchico.edu or call 530-898-4335.

Put Your Crop Top On Field Day, Greentown, IN
2026-03-18 09:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Cross Creek Ag Solutions, 3783 1250 E, Greentown, IN, 46936, United States
Register.
Put Your Crop Top On is a field day devoted to keeping soils healthy. Lunch providedPARP/CCH/CEU Credits $10
Topics Include

Cover Crop Management
Drainage
Regenerative Ag

Conservation Focus Workshop & PARP, Richmond, IN
2026-03-19 08:30 - 13:00 (America/Halifax) | First Bank Kuhlman Center, 861 Salisbury Rd, Richmond, IN, 47374, United States
Conservation Focus Workshop
March 19, 2026 @ 9AM Doors open at 8:30AM for networking with sponsors, coffee, and donuts
First Bank Kuhlman Center-Wayne Co Fairgrounds
Richmond, IN 47374
Topics:
AGENCY UPDATES
Natural Resources Conservation Service, Purdue Extension, Farm Service Agency,Wayne County SWCD, State of Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management,Indiana State Department of Agriculture, and Resilient Indiana
ECONOMICS IN AGRICULTURE & CONSERVATION
Rodney Rulon, Rulon Enterprises- Arcadia, IN
PLANNING AHEAD FOR COVER CROPS
Bryan Overstreet, Purdue Extension/CCSI, Conservation Agronomist
REGULATORY TOPICS
Justin Curley, Regional Extension Educator, County Extension Director
Meal RSVP Required by March 13:
By phone- 765-373-9542
By email-raquel.baker@in.nacdnet.net
By Eventbrite- CFW2026.eventbrite.com
Lunch provided byarea agri-business sponsors!
CCA credits available

2026 Nutrient Stewardship Field Day
2026-03-19 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Halifax) | Will South Cook Soil & Water, 1201 Gougar Rd, New Lenox, IL, 60451, United States
2026 Nutrient Stewardship Field Day
March, 19, 2026
9 AM-12 PM Central time
Rain or Shine
Lunch Provided
Will South Cook Soil and Water Conservation District
1201 S. Gougar Road
New Lenox, IL
RSVP BY: FRIDAY, MARCH 13. Call (815) 727-4811to the Will County Farm Bureau
AGENDA
9:30 – 10:30 | Torey Colburn
INTRODUCTION TO SOIL HEALTH
10:30 – 11:30 | Dr. Andrew Margonot
FERTILIZER UTILIZATION IN CROPS
11:30 – 11:45 | Heritage F.S.
PRICING OUTLOOK FOR FERTILIZER
11:45 – 12:00 | Trenton Rader2026
NRCS PROGRAMS
12:00 | LUNCH
provided by WCFB
SPEAKER BIO:

Torey Colburn is the Midwest Conservation Agronomist with American Farmland Trust and an active member of the Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership (ISAP). He works directly with producers and ag advisers to advance soil health, improve nutrient efficiency, and support the adoption of practical, in-field conservation practices. A Certified Crop Adviser with over 15 years of agronomic experience, Torey provides field-level technical agronomic support, leads on-farm demonstrations, and helps producers and advisers integrate profitable and sustainable solutions into their management systems

Soybean Outlook 2026- Plan, Prepare, Protect; Cayuga, Indiana
2026-03-19 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Vermillion County Fairgrounds, Fairgrounds Rd, Cayuga, IN, 47928, United States
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
10 am -3:00 pm
What to expect:
Tommy Butts– Clinical Assistant Professor, Site Specific Weed Management- What’s in your toolbox? Battling water hemp and other herbicide-resistant weeds
Shaun Casteel- Professor of Agronomy- Meeting the needs of your crop
Carter Morgan– Vermillion County Farmer– Farmer Panel
Phil Cox– Purdue ANR– PARP topic
Register by March 12. Call 765-492-3705 Vermillion SWCD
PARP credits available!

Lunch provided for all attendees.

Webinar - Wind Erosion Solutions Surface Roughness, Soil Moisture, and Emergency Measures
2026-03-26 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | IN
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Participants will learn about the final two of five main strategies to solve the problem of wind erosion. These include: increasing soil surface roughness (ridges and clods) and increasing soil surface moisture. Topics will also include a brief overview of emergency measure to help mitigate an oncoming dust event. Participants will learn about the final two of five main strategies to solve the problem of wind erosion, as well as emergency measures. This is the third and final webinar in a three-part series.
Presenters:

Susan Tallman, CPAg, USDA-NRCS CNTSC Agronomist
Chris Coreil, CPAg, USDA-NRCS CNTSC Erosion Specialist

2026 CCSI-SARE Fundamentals of Soil Health
2026-03-31 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | IN
About the Event

***TO RECEIVE A CERTIFICAT OF COMPLETION FOR THIS TRAINING, ALL 4 SESSIONS (3 VIRTUAL and 1 IN-PERSON) ARE REQUIRED.***
***Registration required by March 17 to allow adequate time for registrants to receive a Cover Crop field guide by mail***
This train-the-trainer event provides a foundation for understanding how cover crops may be incorporated into Midwestern cropping systems, including considerations for changes in nutrient and pest management, as well as understanding cropping systems that can lead to improved soil health. The target audience for this training includes Indiana Conservation Partnership (Indiana NRCS, Purdue Extension, Indiana SWCD, ISDA, IDEM, IDNR, SSCB, Indiana FSA) staff, farmer-mentors, agronomists, and other ag professionals who have not attended Advanced Soil Health / Cover Crops Trainings.

WHEN:

Session 1 – Virtual: Tuesday, March 31 – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Eastern

Session 2 – Virtual: Tuesday, April 7 – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Eastern

Session 3 – Optional In-Person: Tuesday, April 14 – 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, West Lafayette
Session 4 – Virtual: Tuesday, April 21 – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Eastern

TOPICS:

Cover crops – Benefits, selection, and basic identification. Seeding and termination basics. Available resources.
No-till – Equipment basics, adaptive systems management.
Insect pests and beneficials – impacts of soil health systems, pest management considerations.
Weed management – basic weed management considerations, impacts of herbicide carry over on cover crop establishment.

Webinar: Wildfire Recovery with Jimmy Emmons
2026-04-03 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | IN
Hosted by Green Cover Seeds
If the recent Nebraska wildfires left your pastures black and your fences burnt, you are not alone. Oklahoma rancher and NRCS Assistant Chief Jimmy Emmons walked through devastating fires on his own property in 2018. He’ll share what he learned about starting the recovery process.
Register

2026 Nutrient Stewardship Field Day, Stockton, IL
2026-04-03 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | 7979 E Cahill Rd, 7979 E Cahill Rd, Stockton, IL, 61085, United States
Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau 2026 Nutrient Stewardship Field Day
April 3, 2026
1PM-4PM Central Time
7979 E. Cahill Road
Stockton, IL
Participants will learn about the benefits of integrating livestock into row-crop operations, fenceless grazing, hybrid corn selection and water quality improvement through managed grazing systems.
RSVP by March 27. Call 815-858-2235 for more information.

Soil Health
2026-04-04 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Heartbeat Gardens, 3372 Hustead Road, Springfield, OH, 45502, United States
Participants will learn the basics of a healthy soil.

We will cover how soil develops, its composition, soil life, how to avoiding damaging it, re-mineralization, amendments, soil testing, and more

Cover Crops: What Does it Take?
2026-04-07 09:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | The Barn on Boundary, 19601 N Boundary Rd, Eaton, IN, 47338, United States
Delaware County SWCD presents:
COVER CROPS: WHAT DOES IT TAKE?

Speakers:

Barry Fisher, Fisher Soil Health LLC –How to adopt cover crops & soil health into your system
Erik Fisher & Jeremy Russell – Conservation Cropping Implementation
Wes Slain, NRCS – NRCS Programs & Services

We hope you’ll join us for our cover crop field day in northern Delaware County! This free event will include lunch. RSVP by March 31here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScs84ecROPEmxpJb6gERDWg5IE2ICtQ0fAzJnIoC3MEet6Dow/viewform?usp=header

CCSI-SARE Fundamentals of Soil Health - Session 2
2026-04-07 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Beck Agricultural Center, 4550 US-52, West Lafayette, IN, 47906, United States

Virtual: Supply Chain Sustainability: The Opportunity for Farmers
2026-04-07 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | IN
Join Precision Conservation Management (PCM) and PepsiCo for a behind-the-scenes conversation about supply chain sustainability goals and what it means for Illinois farmers.
We’ll explore how PCM helps farmers leverage field data for profitability, and how PepsiCo is rewarding conservation practices like reduced tillage, cover crops, and nutrient efficiency. Learn how their partnership is designed with farmers in mind, making fair contracts and financial returns a top priority.
This is your chance to hear directly from the people shaping supply chain sustainability efforts and learn how you can position your farm for success in the years to come!
Register for the PCM Webinar Series: Register for the PCM Webinar Series
Additional 2026Webinar Dates

April 7th, Tuesday
June 5th, Friday
August 4th, Tuesday
October 6th, Tuesday
December 1st, Tuesday

Webinar: re:generations: Using Herbicides in Regenerative Systems
2026-04-08 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | IN
Register.
This webinar is intended for participants of ADM’s re:generations program. Dr. Bill Johnson, Purdue University Professor of Weed Science, will provide considerations when using herbicides in regenerative row crop systems. Dr. Johnson will have approximately 30 minutes of content and the remainder of the time will be available for Q & A with Dr. Johnson. The webinar will be recorded and available to review at your convenience if you cannot attend live. Questions for Dr. Johnson on the topic can be submitted prior to the webinar to Monica Pohlar at mpohlar@ducks.org.
Dr.Johnson will have approximately 30 minutes of content, and the remainder of the time will be available for Q &A.

Nutrient Management Field Day, Poneto IN
2026-04-09 08:30 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | IN
Nutrient Management Field Day

Topics

Nutrient Placement – Jason Tonner, Tonner Precision
360 Rain – Taylor Pulver, 360 Rain

To RSVP
Reservations requested to either:

Wells Co. SWCD (260) 824-1930 ext. 3
Huntington Co. SWCD (260) 356-6816 ext. 3

Firefly Atlas - virtual
2026-04-09 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | IN
Firefly season will be here in a flash.
(In some places, it already is!)
After a 2025 firefly season that included both dazzling firefly displays and worrisome headlines about firefly declines (it is a nuanced situation!), we are all wondering what the 2026 lightning bug season will bring. Let’s make it one of the discoveries and increase commitment to conservation. Brush up on your firefly survey skills by attending an upcoming virtual Firefly Atlas Q&A, read about Californian fireflies, and learn about lost fireflies (gone, or just ignored?).
Download the Atlas here: https://www.fireflyatlas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Guide-to-Establishing-Firefly-Sanctuaries_2025-05-15.pdf
Got questions about Firefly Atlas surveys? Join an upcoming Q&A.
Have you watched the Firefly Atlas training videos and maybe even done a survey or two, but want more guidance on planning firefly surveys, documenting flash patterns, or entering data?
Sign up for one of the upcoming Firefly Atlas Q&A webinars!
April 9th, Thursday, 1-2 PM Eastern — Register
April 29th, Wednesday, 12-1 PM Eastern —Register
May 5th, Tuesday, 7:30-8:30 PM Eastern — Register

Species profiles for both common and rare fireflies
The Firefly Atlas website now hosts new-and-improved profiles of 19 species, including 13 focal species of conservation concern and six common, widespread species that you are more likely to encounter.
Check out the profiles of common species
Check out the profiles of Firefly Atlas focal species

On the hunt for lost firefly species
There are nearly 30 species of firefly in the United States that have not been recorded in over a decade. A new Firefly Atlas campaign shines a light on these fireflies and provides guidance for adventurous naturalists ready to search for them. Rediscovering a lost firefly species may be as simple as being in the right place at the right time.

MCCC Cover Crop Field Day, St. Paul, IN
2026-04-13 09:30 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | 8590 S 475 E, 8590 S 475 E, St Paul, IN, 47272, United States
MCCC Cover Crop Field Day
Join us for a cover crop discussion and on-farm tour. Plots seeded are part of the National Cover Crop Variety Project. Species seeded include:
• Cereal Rye • Rapeseed • Crimson Clover • Balansa Clover • Hairy Vetch • Winter Pea
When/Where:
• Monday, April 13, 2026
• Verseman Farm
8590 S. 475 E.
St. Paul, IN 47272
• Registration: 9:30 AM Program: 10 AM-2 PM
Topics covered will include:
• Variety Trial Results
• Cover Crop Establishment
• Soil Health
• Aerial Application of Cover Crops with Drones
Speakers:
• Bryan Overstreet, Purdue Extension/CCSI Agronomist
• Scott Gabbard, Purdue on the Farm
• Anna Morrow, Midwest Cover Crops Council
• Alex Helms, Purdue Ag Centers

This event is free, but an RSVP is required by April 9th.
Online: https://bit.ly/MCCCFieldDay
Phone: Purdue Ext.-Shelby Co. (317)392-6460 Ext. 1
More info on the National Cover Crop Variety Project can be found at https://cra.missouri.edu/cover-crop-variety-development-project/

CCSI-SARE Fundamentals of Soil Health - Session 3
2026-04-14 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Beck Agricultural Center, 4550 US-52, West Lafayette, IN, 47906, United States

Virtual: Diversifying the Corn Belt: Policy Pathways for a Resilient Agriculture Future
2026-04-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | IN
CAST is partnering with Diverse Corn Belt to host a free public webinar presenting *Diversifying the Corn Belt: Policy Pathways for a Resilient Agricultural Future*, a new policy brief examining what federal and state policy can do to support greater agricultural diversity in Illinois, Iowa and Indiana — where 94% of crop production is currently dedicated to corn and soybeans.
The brief is grounded in three years of participatory research: 10 stakeholder meetings with 178 participants, surveys of 725 farmers and interviews and focus groups with 136 producers across the region. It identifies 19 policy opportunities — ranked by feasibility and transformative potential — across crop insurance, Farm Bill conservation programs, post-harvest market infrastructure and institutional procurement.
Co-first authors Lauren Asprooth (University of Wisconsin-Madison) and Brennan Radulski (University of Vermont) will present the findings and lead a Q&A.
Register here.

Virtual: Crowdsourcing Conservation - Financial Incentives Led by Local Farmer Networks
2026-04-14 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | IN
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This Sand County Foundation webinar will focus on the farmers’ perspectives of an alternative funding approach to conservation implementation. They will share the leadership approach of a farmer-led group and how their conservation goals were prioritized. The session will highlight the lessons learned from initiating and growing farmer peer groups, while profiling the innovative, farmer-driven strategies that are successfully driving water quality improvement.

Webinar: AI, Technology and a Future for Strong and Sustainable Ag in Indiana & the Midwest
2026-04-15 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | IN
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Is there a future for resilient, sustainable ag in Indiana and the Midwest? How do we need to adapt to innovation being driven by AI, data analytics, and technologies?
Coming April 15th – ISF Impact Series: AI, Technology and a Future for Strong and Sustainable Ag in Indiana & the Midwest.
This online seminar, co-sponsored with the Institute for Digital and Advanced Agricultural Systems, provides a snapshot of where we are and where we may need to be heading to make the most of innovation to advance rural resilience in the state and region.
Speakers include Aaron Thompson, Ignacio Ciampiti, Darrin Karcher, Dharmendra Saraswat, and Ankita Raturi.

Virtual: Beyond the Checkbox - Navigating the Spectrum of Conservation Adoption
2026-04-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | IN
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Are we measuring conservation success all wrong? Often, farmer adoption of practices like cover cropping is treated as a simple ‘yes’or ‘no’ check box—but this binary view misses the dynamic reality of farm management. In this session, we’ll move beyond the binary to explore the lived reality of how farmers adopt cover crops. Drawing from interviews with 86farmers across the U.S., we will unpack how producers navigate complex trade-offs and discuss how this understanding can help professionals designmore flexible, effective programs that support durable, whole-farm conservation.
Speaker: Dr. Lauren Hunt
Lauren Hunt is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Brown University and a Gund Institute for Environment Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Vermont. As an interdisciplinary social scientist, she investigates agricultural decision-making and behavior in the context of environmental change and conservation. Her scholarship examines producers’ adaptation strategies, perceptions of environmental risk, and the efficacy of programs and policies across ranching, dairy, and row crop systems.
Presented by the National Wildlife Federation

CCSI-SARE Fundamentals of Soil Health - Session 4
2026-04-21 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Beck Agricultural Center, 4550 US-52, West Lafayette, IN, 47906, United States

Water Management In Indiana, Martinsville
2026-04-21 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Morgan County Public Library, 110 S Jefferson St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
UNDERSTANDING THE POLICIES, PRACTICES, & PARTNERSHIPS THAT GUIDE WATER MANAGEMENT IN INDIANA
FREE EVENT. $30 processing fee for 3 Technical Water CEUs.
A HYBRID CLASS WITH IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL OPTIONS TO ATTEND!
LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This session connects professionals from water systems, conservation, farming, and rural utilities to explore practical strategies for protecting Indiana’s water resources.
Participants will gain insights into the current state of Indiana’s water supply, source water protection, local water testing, and the role of agricultural practices in supporting cleaner water. The program will also highlight available funding opportunities and resources through local and federal programs.
RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/yc54wehm

Webinar: Where Plans Meet People - Scaling Regen Ag Through Smarter Program Design
2026-04-22 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | IN
Trust in Food and Regrow Ag are hosting a free webinar on how regenerative ag programs can move from good intentions to measurable results. If you work on conservation or sustainability programs and spend any time wondering why enrollment is harder than it should be, this one’s for you.
Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q0488DHh0

Soil Health/Nutrient Management
2026-04-22 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | 4310 Maffitt Ave, 4310 Maffitt Avenue, St. Louis, MO, 63113, United States
Build a strong foundation for your farm by learning the essentials of soil health and nutrient management. Beginner Friendly

Sci Fri Webinar: Dr. Jonathan Lundgren - Neonic Effects on Wildlife
2026-04-24 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | IN
Registration
From the Ecdysis Foundation, this webinar will focus primarily on the effects of neonicotinoids on wildlife.
Find out more about other webinars in this series https://www.ecdysis.bio/events
You can find out more about the Ecdysis Foundation’s work https://www.ecdysis.bio/
