Farming and ranching are the legacy you’ve built, the land you’ve nurtured, and the future you want to secure. But with rising costs, unpredictable markets, and increasing pressure on land resources, many farmers and ranchers find themselves struggling to maintain profitability without relying on government subsidies. What if you could break free from this cycle […]
More info / register ***TO RECEIVE A CERTIFICAT OF COMPLETION FOR THIS TRAINING, ALL 4 SESSIONS (3 VIRTUAL and 1 IN-PERSON) ARE REQUIRED.*** ***Registration required by March 21 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 […]
Free Webinar April 15, Noon CT Eighth National Cover Crop Survey Explores Advisors’ Attitudes and Outlook Join Conservation Technology Information Center, USDA Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program, and the American Seed Trade Association for the release of the eighth National Cover Crop Survey during a free webinar April 15, Noon Central Time. The biennial survey has […]
Regenerative Agriculture in Action: Building Soil Health & Climate Resilience is an engaging discussion and panel featuring experts in the field of regenerative agriculture on California’s Central Coast. This event will explore how regenerative practices—such as cover cropping, composting, agroforestry, and holistic grazing—are transforming agriculture to enhance soil health, boost biodiversity, and increase climate resilience. Whether […]
In this workshop, you'll learn about: -The basics of soil structure, chemistry, and habitat -How to test and evaluate your soils well being -Strategies for improving your soil, including mineral and organic amendements, the use of cover crops, biochar, growing techniques, ways to maximize soil life, and of course how to avoid common mistakes.
Soil Testing for Soil Health with farmer and educator Rose Cherneff In this workshop, we will deep dive into all things soil! The beginning of the growing season is the ideal time to get to know your soil, and learn how to work with it to make your garden healthy all year long.We will learn how to take […]
AGENDA 8:30 Coffee and Donuts 9:00 NRCS Rainfall Simulator 9:30 Cover Crop Plots Tour 225 individual plots; 50-60 species; 15-20 targeted mixes Planted at 3 different time points (summer, early fall, late fall) See the newest cover crop varieties available 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Managing Cover Crops by Joel Reddick Joel Reddick, a farmer from Bardwell, […]
More info / register ***TO RECEIVE A CERTIFICAT OF COMPLETION FOR THIS TRAINING, ALL 4 SESSIONS (3 VIRTUAL and 1 IN-PERSON) ARE REQUIRED.*** ***Registration required by March 21 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 […]
In this hands-on workshop participants will learn basic physical geology of the area through direct study of rock, mineral and soil samples. Later we leave for the field to do a brief ready practice soil assessment methods of testing composition, structure, permeability and how this helps shape soil ecology. The workshop will end with a […]
Register here. The Economics of Climate Change for Agriculture Climate change has the potential to impact crop yields and agricultural practices, thereby affecting the farmers and rural communities where they live. In this webinar, Dr. Sarah Sellars will discuss the potential yield effects of climate change and how this could impact Midwestern farmers economically. She […]
Calling all Farmers! Join us at Headwaters Farm for a hands-on Visual Soil Assessment Workshop. This in-person event will equip you with the skills to evaluate soil structure, texture, biology, and other measures of soil health. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the foundation of agriculture. Space is limited. Register now to secure your spot! […]
For Building Healthy Soils workshop Plant It Forward Farms (PIF) has partnered with the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) to discuss the importance of soil management. Growing healthy sustainable crops starts with the soil. Whether you are growing on acres of land, or have a back yard garden this soils workshop is an indepth […]
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