IPM Field Scout Training Class
January 2-5
Madison
This Integrated Pest and Crop Management (IPM) course is designed to provide the skills necessary for proper pest identification, crop scouting techniques as well as provide complimentary baseline information for people preparing for the state CCA exam. Additional information such as crop growth and development, pest life cycle, pest damage symptoms and economic thresholds will be covered. Pest control recommendations, although discussed, will not be highlighted in detail during this course. Crops covered will include corn, alfalfa, soybean and wheat. Register at https://patstore.wisc.edu/ipm/register.aspx
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Basics of LiDAR Data
8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
January 8-9
Eau Claire
This is an introductory workshop familiarizing attendees with the basics of LiDAR data and how to manipulate this data using standard GIS tools. This workshop assumes no former knowledge of LiDAR, but it is not an introductory GIS course. Attendees are expected to already be familiar with basic GIS concepts and methods. Workshop attendees will get hans-on experience manipulating LiDAR data. F0r more details and to register, go to https://training.sco.wisc.edu/lidar/
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Improving Soil Health Globally
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 9
Online
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How to Plan, Promote, and Host a Pasture Walk
12:00-1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 10
Online
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Farm Enterprise Budgeting - "Should I Plant Corn, Convert to Pasture, or....?"
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 17
Stevens Point
A simple enterprise budget is extremely beneficial to help producers assess the financial viability of their cropping systems. The goal is not to perform an all-inclusive financial plan for the farm; it is to help them make basic, simple decisions regarding their various farm enterprises. If we can show them the numbers and how conservation can pay, it seems to go a long way towards us "selling" conservation. We will run through various scenarios and practice running an enterprise budget. The focus will be on a using a corn budget and grassfed beef budget. Bring a laptop with Microsoft Excel loaded to practice "running the numbers." Check out https://wisconsinlandwater.org/training/statewide-training-events or contact Penny at [email protected] for more information. Register by Thursday, January 11, for this free training with lunch provided at http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=7pa8l6qab&oeidk=a07eexnzt4d01feba30
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Managing Through Organizational Change
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 18
Online
Change comes from all directions. There are changes we choose and changes that we do not choose. The path is the same. In this webinar, we will learn about managing ourselves through these changes in order to keep our focus while maintaining awareness of what's going on around us. We will hear from an organizational leader and an employee in the organization to get two perspectives. Go to
https://www.agronomy.org/education/classroom/classes/540 for more information and to register.
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The Art of Negotiating: Getting What You Need
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 18 AND 25
Online
Negotiation is an essential business strategy - whether you are negotiating a land rental contract, an employee's salary or want to clarify a delivery schedule -negotiation is part of every business owner's toolkit. But women frequently feel unprepared and unskilled in this form of communication. In this two-part virtual series, we will learn what negotiation really is (and what it is not). We will explore how to prepare for, and execute, a successful negotiation. We will also discuss how to preserve a relationship even when you have lost the deal. We will also explore why women hesitate to ask for what they need and why walking away from an opportunity is so unsettling. This interactive workshop will address negotiation from the perspective of women farmers and ranchers and the issues most relevant to them.
This session will meet twice in an online classroom. Participants should plan to attend both sessions. Register at https://learn.extension.org/events/3279
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Is Your Soil Healthy?
10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, January 23
Darlington
Although there are many characteristics about soils we cannot change, making adjustments to how the soil is managed can often lead to increased productivity of crops and water quality benefits. Natural Resources Conservation Service staff will explore some of the basic principles of improving your soil's health and what tools you can use to see if your soils are measuring up to your expectations. RSVPs preferred to get count for lunch by contacting Natalie Cotter at (608) 224-4611
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Rebalancing Work and Life
10:00-11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, January 24
Online
This workshop provides you with a framework for identifying and rebalancing your work and life priorities. For example, people who take care of others often put everyone else's needs first. But, by practicing and modeling great self-care, you can bring even more to your work and personal relationships. The tools you will gain in this workshop will help you see how the choices you make every day can bring more energy, happiness, and appreciation to yourself and the people you are close with at work and at home. This allows you to model your 'best' self as you create your successful work-life balance. Register at https://learn.extension.org/events/3261
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What is Urban Agriculture
11:00 a.m.-Noon
Wednesday, January 24
Online
Interest is high in urban agriculture, with many entrepreneurs, municipalities, non-profits, and businesses launching urban agriculture ventures. By participating in this webinar, you will learn about different definitions of urban agriculture, see examples of commercial urban farming ventures, and get an overview of the variety of cropping systems, value-added products, and business models being tried by urban farmers. Register at
https://extension.umd.edu/womeninag/webinars
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Latest on the CarbOn Management and Evaluation Tool (COMET)
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 25
Online
Participate to learn the latest news about the COMET suite of tools and how you can implement this technology into the conservation planning process. Find out more at http://www.conservationwebinars.net/
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Wisconsin Agribusiness Classic (formerly the Wisconsin Crop Management Conference)
N
ational No-Till Conference
January 9-12
Louisville, KY
WI Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever 2018 Consortium & Convention
January 12-13
Green Lake
WI Groundwater Conference
January 17-18
Wisconsin Dells
Dairy Strong
January 17-18
Madison
Organic Grain Winter Conference
January 26-27
Madison
Midwest Fish and Wildlife Conference
January 28-31
Milwaukee
GrassWorks Grazing Conference
January 30-February 1
Wisconsin Dells
Wisconsin Corn/Soy Expo
February 1-2
Wisconsin Dells
Organic Vegetable Production Conference
Wisconsin Farmers Union State Convention
February 2-4
Wisconsin Dells
10th Annual Driftless Area Symposium
February 5-6
LaCrosse
2018 Grower Education Conference & Industry Show
February 6-8
Stevens Point
NASECA-WI Annual Conference & Trade Show
February 7-8
Wisconsin Dells
Midwest Soil Health Summit
February 14-15
Fergus Falls, MN
Midwest Forage Association Forage Production and Use Symposium
February 19-21
Wisconsin Dells
Wisconsin Wetlands Association Conference
February 20-22
Oconomowoc
Midwest Organic & Education Service (MOSES) Conference
February 22-24
LaCrosse
2018 Wisconsin Cover Crops Conference
February 27
Stevens Point
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