Here are some opportunities to learn how heifer grazing can work for you. Research shows that grazing can boost heifer health, first-lactation milk production, and lower operational costs. Plus, learn about custom heifer grazing agreements and how pasture expansion improves soil and water health.
Check out one or more Pasture Walks and Workshops to learn more!
Tue August 12 @ 10:30AM-Noon: Pasture Walk at Silas Dudgeon
Targeted feasibility of converting 92 acres into a profitable custom heifer grazing operation.
19663 Stove Rd, Eastman, WI. Free
Sponsored by: Great River Graziers, Crawford Stewardship Project, Sand County Foundation, Audubon Society, GrassWorks, Inc., UW-Extension, Pape Family Pastures, Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship, and USDA-NRCS
Mon August 18 @ 9:30AM–2:30 PM: Grazing Workshop with Steve Kenyon
Economics of custom grazing, producer-led watershed groups, and a pasture walk on virtual fencing.
Sinsinawa Mound Conference Center 585 County Rd Z, Sinsinawa, WI. Free
Sponsored by: Golden Sands RC&D, Sauk County, Vernon County, Valley Stewardship Network, and Fields of Sinsinawa
Tue August 19 @ 9:00 AM–3:00 PM: Grazing Workshop with Steve Kenyon
Hands-on workshop about custom grazing and learn all about grazing techniques.
S5724 Olson Lane Viroqua, WI. Free
Sponsored by: Vernon County Land and Water Conservation & Valley Stewardship Network
Wed Aug 20 9:00 AM–3:00 PM: Grazing Workshop with Steve Kenyon
Workshop on custom grazing, including pasture management with a regenerative focus.
Reedsburg Country Club, 3003 E Main St, Reedsburg, WI. Fee: $20
Sponsored by: Sauk Soil & Water Improvement Group, Sauk County, GrassWorks, Inc., Compeer Financial, Sand County Foundation, and USDA-NRCS
Thu August 21 @ 6:00 PM–8:00 PM: Pasture Walk at Peaceful Creek Acres
Learn about custom grazing of dairy heifers, beef cattle, chickens, and pigs, custom grazing agreements, and how to use county cost-share for grazing upgrades.
110891 Elderberry Rd, Colby, WI. Free
Sponsored by: Cloverbelt Grazing Community