REGISTER. CCSI-SARE Introduction to Soil Health is a very basic course designed to provide a general understanding of soil health systems and the fundamentals of crop production. This training is geared toward newer staff and ag professionals, especially those who have not taken an undergraduate soils science course and those who do not have a […]
Gibson County SWCD Annual Meeting Guest Speaker: Joel Reddick February 25, 2025 Doors open at 5 pm, meeting @5:30 Rz's Catering for Dinner Door Prizes and giveaways RSVP by February 18th Contact the office at 812-385-5033 ext 3 or email stephanie.young2@in.nacdnet.net
Please join us for Knox County SWCD Winter Field Day and FREE Breakfast! Featuring: AgriBio Systems presentation on bringing the biology back to your farm. Learn how to increase profits on your farm by building soil health. FREE Breakfast PARP Drone Demonstration FSA Updates Invasive Species Specialist February 26th, 2025 8:00-11:00 am Community Church of […]
More info / register In times of changing environmental conditions, unmanaged drainage water with a lack of soil conservation practices can impact farm profitability and sustainability of agricultural operations. Understanding management options starts with knowing what’s happening out in the fields and where to turn for resources. Professionals from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Illinois Extension are partnering up […]
Do you coordinate or support efforts to improve water quality in an agricultural watershed in the Midwest? Please join us for Leadership for Midwestern Watersheds, February 27-28 in Oglesby, Illinois. GROWING THE 'FARMER-LED' MODEL This year's theme emphasizes our commitment to recognizing farmers as vital partners and leaders in their watersheds. Presentations and discussions will focus on […]
Challenges & Opportunities of Cover Crops, No-Till, and Nutrient Management FEATURED SPEAKERS: Derek Thompson, DeKalb County NRCS Marc Eads, Indiana Wildlife Federation This will be a farmer roundtable event, presented by The Watershed Foundation, Kosciusko and Whitley County Soil and Water Conservation Districts. Info & Registration: Register by February 18 at: tinyurl.com/Farmer-Breakfast-25 Printable Postcard: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1OA8cdXIbAjA4FGiG_nOwODFVPeBs0rqC Questions? admin@watershedfoundation.org (574) […]
Pay Dirt 2025 is a two-day forum in Elkhart County that brings together professionals from diverse trades in the agricultural and stormwater industries—what we like to call “where cultivation and construction meet.” This year’s event will feature concurrent sessions with both local and nationally recognized industry “Think Tank Junkies” who are spearheading innovations for the next […]
The first of 2 identical workshops on March 4th and 6th. Please choose whichever location suits you best! Call (812) 897-2840 ext 3 to register for the March 4th Booneville Breakfast. 7:00- 7:30 Registration 8:00 Breakfast 8:15-8:30 partner Updates 8:30 -9:15 Pat Bitner "Rooted in Sustainability" 9:15-9:30 Break 9:30-9:50 Morgan Oberly "Raptor Perches for Rodent […]
More info / register This program will focus on how good conservation practices benefit the environment and improve the value of your farming operation. Join us for an educational day learning about conservation practices to keep nutrients on your farm and the cost-sharing opportunities available in your area. Farm financial documents can be used as […]
Hello! Thank you to those who filled out our survey earlier this month. I'm excited to extend an invitation to our bi-weekly virtual gathering, the CTIC's Cover Crop Cocktail Hour, commencing on February 4th, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Central Time. This event, specifically tailored for farmers in Minnesota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin, […]
The second of 2 identical workshops on March 4th and 6th. Please choose whichever location suits you best! Call (812) 838-4191 ext 3 to register for the March 6th Evansville Breakfast. 7:00- 7:30 Registration 8:00 Breakfast 8:15-8:30 partner Updates 8:30 -9:15 Pat Bitner "Rooted in Sustainability" 9:15-9:30 Break 9:30-9:50 Morgan Oberly "Raptor Perches for Rodent […]
Annual Ripley County No-Till Breakfast March 6, 2025 Breakfast 8AM Speaker 9AM Hopewell Baptist Church 2319 N County Road 850 W Holton, IN Speakers: -Rodney Rulon, Rulon Enterprises -David Osborne, Purdue Extension-Ripley County Topics: -A common sense approach to conservation -Making Cover Crops and No-Till Work in this Economy -PARP Credits Breakfast Catered by Erin […]
This workshop will focus on soil health and will be beneficial for those impacted by the storm and for those wanting to improve their overall soil health in the future. The workshop will feature presentations on soil remediation after the storm, whole farm and crop insurance , cover crops, and biochar. Registration is at 8:30 […]
More info / register Ozaukee County and Dodge County farmers and partners are happy to host renowned speakers Ray Archuleta and Russell Hedricks! This event will be a two-day class with an option for dairy or grain focus, depending on your preference and location. The event includes: Advanced soil health knowledge Small group setting for […]
Register CTTC will be March 11-12, 2025, (Tuesday-Wednesday) at Ohio Northern University, Ada, Ohio. Connect with other great farmers and CCAs, experience new ideas, and increase your net income. Our theme is “Getting More from Less.” Cutting costs is key following a year where corn and soybean yields were reduced for many farmers. And crop prices are […]
Join NRCS in our upcoming National Cooperative Soil Survey (NCSS) Partners Seminar! Tuesday, March 11, 2025 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. CST Join us as we dig deep into the science of soil carbon! We'll unpack the concept of soil carbon sequestration and learn what's happening at a molecular level, hear ab out innovations in measuring […]
More info / register Ozaukee County and Dodge County farmers and partners are happy to host renowned speakers Ray Archuleta and Russell Hedricks! This event will be a two-day class with an option for dairy or grain focus, depending on your preference and location. The event includes: Advanced soil health knowledge Small group setting for […]
FREE EVENT- LUNCH INCLUDED Farming for the Future offers an opportunity for farmers and ag professionals to come together to learn and discuss how conservation practices on farmland can improve productivity, profit, and our natural resources. Creating Optimism & Profit on the Farm Featuring Keynote Speaker Jeremy Sweeten,“Understanding Ag” Register Online at https://tinyurl.com/FFF2025 Breakout Sessions: Grain: Slugs in High Residue […]
Register Resilient, regenerative and sustainable agriculture are all terms that are increasingly common in agriculture. How to implement proven practices effectively and profitably is a focus of this summit, as well as listening sessions to explore where Purdue applied research directions should go. We are thrilled to extend the invitation to this inaugural event featuring […]
More information Field Day highlights Presentations from Murdock and Karathanasis, who collaborated on lab, greenhouse and field research to document fragipan remediation, with John Murphy presenting on improving production potential Yield comparisons showcasing the significant advantages of deeper and healthier soils Producer panel featuring several farmers who have successfully managed fragipan breakdown. They will share […]
The United Soybean Board, in collaboration with the Midwestern Regional Climate Center (MRCC) and Purdue on the Farm, invites you to a subregional workshop focused on leveraging climate data for improved soybean production and to learn about Purdue on the Farm opportunities. Date :Friday, March 14, 2025 Time: 8:30 AM (Registration), 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM […]
The National Cover Crop Summitreturns March 18-20 withanother can't-miss lineup of today's most successful cover crop adopters,researchers and agronomists sharing their best seeding strategies, grazing andfeeding tips, variety selection secrets and more. Signup today to attend this 100% FREE ONLINE EVENT. Requiring no travel expense ortime away from the office or farm, you will be able to […]
BringingSoil Health to You: Soil-Con: March 18, 2025 ByTashina Lahr-Manifold, SWCD Soil Health Specialist Soil-Con 2025 will be held March 18, at the Oakwood EventCenter, Syracuse. This free conference is designed as a working meeting to explore the connections within soil health, soil fertility, ecological risk of pest management strategies, and developing long-term solutions for […]
Hello! Thank you to those who filled out our survey earlier this month. I'm excited to extend an invitation to our bi-weekly virtual gathering, the CTIC's Cover Crop Cocktail Hour, commencing on February 4th, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Central Time. This event, specifically tailored for farmers in Minnesota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin, […]
More information / registration Sustainable Farming Association’s 2025 Summit will bring together leading experts in grazing and livestock integration into cropping systems. Choose from breakout topics such as virtual fencing, winter grazing, small ruminants, new NRCS EQIP opportunities, and more. You’ll also hear from inspiring keynote speakers, including farmers from Canada who are proving that […]
Register here. Join us at AG Tebbe Farms Inc for a great day of learning and networking. Lunch will be provided. Free event. Topics Include - Soil Biology, Chicken Litter: Is It Worth It, Biochar,and Nitrogen Producing Cover Crops PARP/CCH/CEU Credits$10
Join the Midwest Cover Crops Council for a webinar on “Terminating cover crops and planning for unexpected weather” on Wednesday March 19 at 9:30E/8:30C. Dr. Bill Johnson, Purdue Professor of Weed Science, will discuss the basics of cover crop termination with an emphasis on cereal rye for the Midwest. We will also review alternative termination plans when […]
Welcome to the Soil Health Field Days event! Join us on Thursday, March 20th, and Friday, March 21st, 2025 at CSU, Chico University Farm for two days filled with learning about sustainable practices for cropping and rangeland systems. Discover the importance of soil health and how it impacts growth! From soil testing to cover cropping, this event will provide you with […]
Register 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. […]
Register Dr. Liz Haney of Soil Regen is offering an exclusive series of webinars designed to demystify the components of the Haney test, a soil health assessment tool. Duration: 1 hour- This webinar will focus on the various aspects of the Haney test, allowing participants to gain a comprehensive understanding of soil health indicators. Dr. […]
Floyd County Pasture Workshop Event Details: March 22, 2025 9AM-2PM The workshop will be held at a private farm in Floyd County. The address of the farm will be emailed to participants after the registration date. Put your boots on and join Purdue Extension Floyd County and Floyd County Soil and Water Conservation District for […]
When it comes to farming, there is no substitute for experience. This March, producers and landowners can connect with local Illinois farmers and learn from others’ hands-on knowledge on preventing soil loss in their fields at the Cultivating Conversations panel discussion in Lawrenceville, Illinois. Local farmers will tell the story of soil loss on their […]
Thursday, March 27, 2025 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM In-Person Workshop Location The Porch Fellowship 423 Piedmont Hwy, Piedmont, SC 29673 Learn soil health principles and dig deeper into the practices that increase soil health for both grazing and growing. Learn about four experiments that you can do on your own farm to determine soil health […]
Cover Crop Field Day Event Details: -Thursday, March 27th, 2025 -Noon-3 pm - At the intersection of Liberty & HamonRoads (NCR100E), East of Orleans Join us for an in-depth look at cover crop mixes + discuss soil health with experts in the field! RSVP by March 20th: (812) 723-3311, ext. 3 or emily.russell@in.nacdnet.net This event […]
Workshop in Spanish | Taller en Español Learn how soil health influences irrigation efficiency and vineyard resilience. This hands-on workshop will cover soil sampling, irrigation management and how improving soil health can increase water retention and carbon sequestration. We'll focus on irrigation management strategies, using technology to optimize irrigation timing and water use, and conducting […]
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 […]
Welcome to Roots of Nourishment: Connections Between Soil, Nutrition, and our Body event! Join us on Thu Apr 03 2025 at 6:30 PM at 601 E Rollins St as we explore the fascinating relationship between plants, the soil they grow in, and our overall health. This in-person event will feature expert speakers Wae Nelson and Dr. Pradip Jamnadas sharing their knowledge on how […]