Virtual: Supply Chain Sustainability: The Opportunity for Farmers
2026-04-07 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
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)
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)
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

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
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.

Virtual: Crowdsourcing Conservation - Financial Incentives Led by Local Farmer Networks
2026-04-14 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Register
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.

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

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)
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/

Byron Seeds Cover Crop Field Day, Rockville, IN
2026-04-29 08:30 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | 775 County Rd 350 E, 775 County Rd 350 E, Rockville, IN, 47872, United States
Field Day to be held at:
Byron Seeds Warehouse
775 N 350 E
Rockville, IN 47872
Agenda and speakers TBA
This cover crop field day is sponsored by Byron Seeds.
Questions? Call Byron Seeds 800-801-3596

Soil Health Workshop Series: Living Roots, Compost, Tarps
2026-05-09 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Bay Branch Farm, 3612 West 114th Street, Cleveland, OH, 44111, United States
This workshop highlights different ways to keep the soil covered and planted and why this is valuable practice to build soil on your farm.

Healthy soil is the foundation of every thriving garden and productive farm. This hands-on workshop explores the core principles of soil health and how working with the soil—rather than against it—can transform plant vitality, increase yields, and build long-term resilience.
Participants will learn how soil functions as a living ecosystem and how practices like keeping the soil covered, minimizing disturbance, increasing plant diversity, maintaining living roots, and supporting soil biology all work together to build fertility naturally. Whether you’re tending a backyard garden or managing acres of land, this workshop will connect the science of soil with practical, real-world techniques you can apply right away.
Come dig into the underground world that feeds your plants, stores water, sequesters carbon, and supports the entire food system. When soil health improves, everything above ground thrives.
This workshop will highlight keeping the soil covered and planted. Participants will see cover crops, compost, leaves and tarps and learn why this is valuable to the soil.
**This event is outdoors on a working farm where you will be surrounded by nature. Ground and terrain may be uneven on the farm. We recommend comfortable shoes, sunscreen and a hat.**
This workshop will take place rain or shine. In cases of extreme weather, we will contact you 24-36 hours prior to the event if we need to cancel.

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

Soil Health Workshop Series: Restoring Soil Fertility through Crop Rotation
2026-05-16 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Village Family Farms, 1662 Crawford Road, Cleveland, OH, 44106, United States
Crops require different nutrients to thrive. Learn the importance of changing what grows where each season to restore nutrients to the soil.

Healthy soil is the foundation of every thriving garden and productive farm. This hands-on workshop explores the core principles of soil health and how working with the soil—rather than against it—can transform plant vitality, increase yields, and build long-term resilience.
Participants will learn how soil functions as a living ecosystem and how practices like keeping the soil covered, minimizing disturbance, increasing plant diversity, maintaining living roots, and supporting soil biology all work together to build fertility naturally. Whether you’re tending a backyard garden or managing acres of land, this workshop will connect the science of soil with practical, real-world techniques you can apply right away.
Come dig into the underground world that feeds your plants, stores water, sequesters carbon, and supports the entire food system. When soil health improves, everything above ground thrives.
Crops require different nutrients to thrive. This workshop will highlight the practice of crop rotation. At Village Family Farm, growers and gardeners will learn more about the importance of changing what you grow each season by location to restore nutrients in the soil.
**This event is outdoors on a working farm where you will be surrounded by nature. Ground and terrain may be uneven on the farm. We recommend comfortable shoes, sunscreen and a hat.**
This workshop will take place rain or shine. In cases of extreme weather, we will contact you 24-36 hours prior to the event if we need to cancel.

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

Sci Fri Webinar: Dr. KC Jenson and Allison Lewis: Birds!
2026-05-22 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Registration
From the Ecdysis Foundation, this webinar will focus primarily on the effects of neonicotinoids on birds.
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/

Soil Health Workshop Series: Get the Soil Ready for Growing
2026-05-23 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Ka-La Healing Garden Center, 2251 East 73rd Street, Cleveland, OH, 44103, United States
Overview

Learn more about getting your farm and garden spaces ready for the summer growing season.

Healthy soil is the foundation of every thriving garden and productive farm. This hands-on workshop explores the core principles of soil health and how working with the soil—rather than against it—can transform plant vitality, increase yields, and build long-term resilience.
Participants will learn how soil functions as a living ecosystem and how practices like keeping the soil covered, minimizing disturbance, increasing plant diversity, maintaining living roots, and supporting soil biology all work together to build fertility naturally. Whether you’re tending a backyard garden or managing acres of land, this workshop will connect the science of soil with practical, real-world techniques you can apply right away.
Come dig into the underground world that feeds your plants, stores water, sequesters carbon, and supports the entire food system. When soil health improves, everything above ground thrives.
Join us at Ka-La Healing Garden Center and learn more about getting your growing spaces ready for the summer growing season. Tips and techniques for preparing soil for both raised beds and growing in the ground will be shared.
**This event is outdoors on a working farm where you will be surrounded by nature. Ground and terrain may be uneven on the farm. We recommend comfortable shoes, sunscreen and a hat.**
This workshop will take place rain or shine. In cases of extreme weather, we will contact you 24-36 hours prior to the event if we need to cancel.

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

2026 West River Soil Health School
2026-06-24 10:00 - 2026-06-25 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Dry Creek Farm & Ranch, 23630 Wisehart Road, Rapid City East, SD, 57725, United States
This two-day school combines classroom instruction with field exercises to teach participants the basics of soil health management.

The 2026 West River Soil Health School will be held June 24-25 near Caputa, SD, on Shawn and Kristy Freeland’s Dry Creek Farm & Ranch. This school is designed for agricultural producers as well as anyone with an interest in learning how to manage soils for resiliency and profit. The agenda will feature classroom style presentations from producers and technical experts from across the state and region, as well as hands-on experiences in the field. Area producers will also share their challenges and successes with various methods for improving soil health. The class size ranges from 30-40 people.
This is an in-person only event. No online option will be available.
Participants are responsible for their own lodging. Rooms have been reserved at the following location:
Baymont by Wyndham Rapid City
4040 Cheyenne Blvd, Rapid City, SD 57703
605-791-5151
$125 per night plus tax
