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SUMMARY:2023 OGRAIN Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2023 OGRAIN Conference will take place Friday\, January 27 through Saturday\, January 28th with an optional Regenerative Organic Event Thursday\, January 26th. \nThe seventh annual conference for those interested in organic grain production in the Upper Midwest will feature expert farmers\, researchers and industry representatives sharing their knowledge\, along with ample opportunity for networking and discussion. Speakers\, panelists\, and round table discussions will  highlight issues important to organic grain farmers. New this year\, there will be a track that focuses on culinary grain production\, in addition to the extensive information for row-crop producers. Businesses will also be represented to provide educational tables and conversation about products and services useful for organic grain operations. \nEarly Bird registration is $90 (includes Friday and Saturday) until December 25th\, 2022\, $100 thereafter. \nAttending just Friday or Saturday is $60 per day. The Thursday optional event is $50 in addition. \nYou can register online here: OGRAIN Annual Winter Conference Registration \nView the conference agenda here!  \nDownload the 2023 OGRAIN Conference Agenda here! \nThe 2023 OGRAIN Conference Keynote Speakers: \nCarmen Fernholz\, a 2022 Organic Pioneer Award Winner with the Rodale Institute\, is a family farmer in Minnesota and has been foundational in setting organic certification standards. Carmen has spent much of his career organizing farmers through various organizations\, including the Organic Farmers Agency for Relationship Marketing (OFARM)\, the University of Minnesota\, and most recently\, the Perennial Promise Growers Coop \nTheresa Marquez\, Organic Valley Mission Executive and Lola Milholland\, CEO of Umi’s Noodles. \nTheresa Marquez is a long time advocate for organic.. She joined CROPP Cooperative\, the nation’s largest organic\, farmer-owned co-op and owner of the Organic Valley brand\, in 1995 as Chief Marketing Executive and was instrumental in growing the Cooperative and Brand from $5m to 1.2 billion( 2019 sales). She received the Organic Trade Association’s 2010 Organic Leadership Award for Achievement in Growing the Organic Industry. During her career\, she served 11 years on the Board of the Organic Trade Association and was the founding president of The Organic Center. Currently she is retired from CROPP and continues her dedication to the value of organic science and research through her work with the Health in the Heartland Research Alliance – HH-RA –  researching the impact of pesticides in the MW on moms and infants. Her weekly podcast and radio show interviewing change makers in food and ag\,  can be accessed on the HH-RA website:  Heartland Stories Radio.com and also on a variety of podcasts and community radio outlets. \nLola Milholland is a small food business owner\, social practice artist\, and writer who lives in Portland\, Oregon. She runs Umi Organic\, a noodle company that makes the first fresh certified organic ramen noodles for groceries in the U.S. Umi’s ramen noodles won a 2021 Good Food Award and its yakisoba noodles were named one of the best school lunches in the nation! Lola’s writing has been published by Gastronomica\, Lucky Peach\, Oregon Humanities\, and Edible Portland. She writes a regular Substack newsletter and her debut book will be published by Spiegel & Grau in 2024.  \n  \nHotel Options \nWe have a limited number of rooms reserved for conference attendees at turned-down rates at the DoubleTree and Hampton Inn & Suites near the Gordon Event Center. \nThe Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown at 440 West Johnson St. has reserved rooms for $119.00/night + taxes. All of the rooms come with hot complimentary breakfast\, complimentary Wi-Fi\, onsite parking for $15/night and all rooms are backed by the 100% Hampton Happiness Guarantee. Reservations may be made by calling the Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown direct at 608-255-0360 and mentioning the OGRAIN Conference group block. Guestroom blocks will be held until 12/30/2022 and there is a 48 hr cancellation policy. \nThe DoubleTree Hotel Downtown Madison has reserved rooms for $135.00/night+ taxes. All of the rooms come with complementary WiFi and a complimentary local and airport shuttle service (yes\, there will be a free hotel shuttle to the conference in the morning leaving at 7:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Attendees can call 608-251-5511 for free afternoon/evening transport)\, onsite parking for $15/night. Reservations may be made by calling the DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown direct at 608-251-5511 or book online with this unique link. Guestroom blocks will be held until 01/05/2023 and there is a 24 hr cancellation policy.
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/2023-ograin-conference/
LOCATION:Gordon Event Center\, 770 W Dayton St\, Madison\, WI\, 53706
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230306T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230306T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Organic Crop Insurance 101
DESCRIPTION:Crop insurance can be a confusing program for organic farmers. Contract pricing\, covered crops\, uninsurable practices and events are all examples of ways that crop insurance is different for organic producers. This webinar will explain the benefits organic farmers have in crop insurance\, including options if coverage is not available for more specialized crops in your rotation. Register to attend so that you can make the right decisions for your farm by the annual March 15 enrollment deadline. \nEach webinar is tailored to the crops\, practices\, and insurance products that are available in that region. Attend the session for your location. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter: \nMegan Vaith\, owner of Northbourne Organic Crop Insurance\, LLC\, is an organic crop insurance agent and educator. She has made it her mission to make sure organic growers are aware of the organic risk management options available to them\, establishing a baseline for generational success. \nJoin Megan as she reviews the main highlights of what every advisor and farmer needs to know about crop insurance products for organic operations. \n 
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/webinar-organic-crop-insurance-101/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20230301T221101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T221101Z
UID:2489-1678183200-1678194000@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Equipment Set Up and economic operations in MN
DESCRIPTION:What are the most effective equipment set ups for reduced till\, strip till\, and no-till? Hear from Craig Kesteloot of Sterling Equipment and Repair about successful planter and equipment set ups for reduced to no-till systems and assessment of costs\, fuel usage\, and time to improve economics and leverage risk. Free to attend! \nJoin us for great conversations and stay for lunch! \nRSVP By 2/28 to ensure a plate for lunch at https://forms.gle/dyEQN88Pzxy3Dknv5
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/equipment-set-up-and-economic-operations-in-mn/
LOCATION:Scandia Community Center\, 14727 209th Street North\, Scandia\, Minnesota\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230308T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20230301T220750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T220750Z
UID:2485-1678262400-1678381200@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Sustainable Farming Association's 10th annual Midwest Soil Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Sustainable Farming Association’s 10th annual Midwest Soil Health Summit is coming up: March 8-9 in Alexandria\, Minn. The Summit is for all who are interested in soil health\, be you a farmer\, ag or environmental professional\, scientist\, or otherwise engaged citizen!\n\nSpeakers include Dr. Elaine Ingham\, Dave Brandt\, Gene Goven\, Anna Cates\, PhD\, and several SFA staff and local farmers. See more and get registered below\, in the flyer attached\, or at https://sfa-mn.org/midwest-soil-health-summit.
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/sustainable-farming-associations-10th-annual-midwest-soil-health-summit/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn\, Alexandria\, MN\, 5637 MN-29\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20230301T221300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T221300Z
UID:2493-1678730400-1678737600@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Beef Winter Workshop
DESCRIPTION:March 13th from 6-8 pm – Join us for this virtual workshop to hear from Eric Mousel\, Extension Cow Calf Management Educator\, to learn about the fundamentals of grazing beef from interpreting your pasture\, determining stocking rates\, understanding forage management\, and more! \nTo register and receive Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/2s3ucwb3 \nhttps://www.lsc1w1p.org/events/2023/3/13/virtual-beef-winter-workshop \n 
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/virtual-beef-winter-workshop/
LOCATION:WI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230320T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20230301T222458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T222458Z
UID:2498-1679338800-1679342400@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Real Organic Project Fellow Farmer Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Webinar on Growing Grains with Vilicus Farms and Stone House Farms \nRegister here: https://www.realorganicproject.org/fellow-farmer-sessions/
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/real-organic-project-fellow-farmer-sessions/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230402
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20230309T212424Z
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UID:2504-1680220800-1680393599@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Boost your farm and business skills
DESCRIPTION:Registration is OPEN for NewFarmerU with Marbleseed and Wisconsin Farmers Union for 3/31 – 4/1 in Rosholt\, WI! Join a cohort of intermediate-beginning farmers (2-6 years of farming experience) for a weekend retreat focused on farm financial wellness and business management. Details and to register: https://marbleseed.org/events/new-farmer-u
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/boost-your-farm-and-business-skills/
LOCATION:Rosholt\, WI\, Rosholt\, Wisconsin
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230420T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20230331T160055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T160055Z
UID:2511-1681981200-1681986600@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Organic Weed Management with Dr. Bo Melander
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the latest weed management technologies used on organic farms! Iowa State University Organic Ag Program will host an Organic Weed Management webinar through Zoom with Dr. Bo Melander\, Professor\, Aarhus University\, Denmark as part of the “Innovations in Organic Ag” series. Once you register\, the Zoom link will be sent to you. \n  \nPlease register today as space will be limited: https://forms.gle/mTZnULKuintNjXh6A
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/organic-weed-management-with-dr-bo-melander/
LOCATION:WI
ORGANIZER;CN="Organic Ag Program at ISU":MAILTO:kdelate@iastate.edu; josiahp@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230524T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230524T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20230508T212139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T150003Z
UID:2777-1684938600-1684949400@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Organic Cereals Field Day 2023
DESCRIPTION:Organic grain enthusiasts\, join us on Wednesday\, May 24th for the Organic Cereals Field Day at the West Madison Ag Research Station. [SEE MAP] \nMeet at 2:30pm at the main parking lot by the display gardens. We’ll tour wheat\, barley\, oats\, and Kernza® plots in the field and talk with the breeding teams developing the next generation of organic grain varieties for Wisconsin and beyond. In addition\, we’ll be sampling some tasty products made with these grains crafted by local bakers. \nAfter the field day\, we’ll gather at Giant Jones Brewing in Madison starting at 5:30pm for pizza night with ORIGIN Breads.\nPlease also feel free to contact AGC Communications Manager Elena Byrne with any questions: ebyrne@graincollaborative.com \nRegister here
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/organic-cereals-field-day-2023/
LOCATION:West Madison Agricultural Research Station\, 8502 Mineral Point Rd\, Verona\, Wisconsin\, 53593
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230710T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20230504T011358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T142905Z
UID:2765-1688983200-1689001200@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Field day: Equipment Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The first field day of the season will be focused on cultivation equipment for organic grain production. \nWe will rotate though stations to showcase and discuss equipment including an inter-row mower\, roller-crimping demonstration and additional secondary tillage tools. \nThis event will be hosted by researchers at the UW-Madison Arlington Agricultural Research Station along with visiting scholars and industry experts. \nRegister at the OGRAIN field day page! \nSee the agenda here: OGRAIN Equipment Field Day 07102023 \n 
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/equipment-showcase/
LOCATION:Arlington Agricultural Research Station\, N695 Hopkins Rd\, Arlington\, WI\, 53911
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20230504T011200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T011625Z
UID:2763-1689847200-1689865200@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Field day: Keith Spletz Farm with Albert Lea Seed
DESCRIPTION:Stay tuned for more information about a field day full of discussion of incorporating cover crops in an organic grain rotation including seed mixes\, interseeding\, summer seeding methods\, and equipment – what’s working and what’s not. \nThis event is co-hosted by Albert Lea Seed whose experts will also share their insights on these topics. \nFurther details and registration information coming soon.
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/field-day-at-keith-spletz-farm-with-albert-lea-seed/
LOCATION:WI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230804T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230804T150000
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CREATED:20230504T011536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T011958Z
UID:2767-1691143200-1691161200@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Field day: Janie’s Farm with Marbleseed and the Artisan Grain Collaborative
DESCRIPTION:For this field day we will head to Janie’s Farm to learn about their organic food-grade grains operation. \nThis event is hosted in collaboration with Marbleseed and the Artisan Grain Collaborative. \nStay tuned for further information.
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/field-day-janies-farm-with-marbleseed-and-the-artisan-grain-collaborative/
LOCATION:Danforth\, IL\, 854 E. 2300 N\, Danforth\, IL\, 60930
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230831T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230831T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20230830T133937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T134105Z
UID:2942-1693474200-1693494000@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Organic Research Field Day
DESCRIPTION:This field day at the UW Arlington Agricultural Research Station will highlight organic research conducted at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Lunch provided. 9:30AM-3:00PM \nAgenda here: \nOrganic Research Field Day
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/organic-research-field-day/
LOCATION:Arlington Agricultural Research Station\, N695 Hopkins Rd\, Arlington\, WI\, 53911
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20240514T213239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T213239Z
UID:3178-1719568800-1719586800@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Meadowlark Organics Farm and Mill Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Meadowlark Organics Farm and Mill Field Day\nFriday\, June 28th\, 2024\, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm\nMeadowlark Organics\, 3630 Ridgevue Road\, Ridgeway\, WI 53533\nJoin us for a look at organic food-grade grain production and all sorts of related topics at Meadowlark Organics Farm and Mill.
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/meadowlark-organics-farm-and-mill-field-day/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Organics\, 3630 Ridgevue Road\, Ridgeway\, WI\, 53533\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20240514T213434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T213434Z
UID:3181-1720688400-1720711800@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Organic Grain Equipment Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Organic Grain Equipment Showcase\nThursday\, July 11th\, 2024\, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm\nUniversity of Wisconsin Arlington Agricultural Research Station\, N695 Hopkins Road\, Arlington\, WI 53911\nCome see mechanical weed management demonstrations first-hand in our trial plots. We’ll have representatives and equipment from several companies to demo and discuss.
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/organic-grain-equipment-showcase/
LOCATION:Arlington Agricultural Research Station\, N695 Hopkins Rd\, Arlington\, WI\, 53911
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20240514T213626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T182829Z
UID:3183-1724148000-1724166000@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Hoffman Organic Farm Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Hoffman Organic Farm Field Day\nWednesday\, August 21st\, 2024\, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm\nHoffman Organic Farm\, 622 S. Grant Street\, Earlville\, IL 60518\nLet’s get together and talk cover crops while checking out fields at Hoffman Organic Farm.
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/hoffman-organic-farm-field-day/
LOCATION:Hoffman Organic Farm\, 622 S. Grant Street\, Earlville\, WI\, 60518
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240826T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20240514T213823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T213823Z
UID:3186-1724664600-1724684400@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Organic Research Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Organic Research Field Day\nMonday\, August 26th\, 2024\, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm\nUniversity of Wisconsin Arlington Agricultural Research Station\, N695 Hopkins Road\, Arlington\, WI 53911\nJoin us for a look at organic research conducted at the University of Wisconsin and an introduction to some climate-smart commodities opportunities for farmers.
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/organic-research-field-day-2/
LOCATION:Arlington Agricultural Research Station\, N695 Hopkins Rd\, Arlington\, WI\, 53911
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20250317T205931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T210318Z
UID:3587-1744799400-1744813800@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Spring Workshop: Reducing Tillage in Organic Dairy
DESCRIPTION:Join OGRAIN and UW-Madison Extension for our spring workshop in Viroqua\, WI\, to hear all about reducing tillage in organic dairy systems. Our speakers will share the latest research on reducing tillage in organic corn\, equipment for minimizing tillage in organic\, tips to help with organic certification\, and crop rotation recommendations. We’ll leave ample time for discussion\, so bring your questions! Please register online to help us plan: REGISTER HERE
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/spring-workshop-reducing-tillage-in-organic-dairy/
LOCATION:Western Technical College\, 220 South Main Street\, Viroqua\, WI\, 54665\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20250625T182258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T182258Z
UID:3803-1750867200-1750878000@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Organic Cereals Field Walk
DESCRIPTION:Please join UW–Madison Extension’s Emerging Crops Accelerator\, Seed to Kitchen Collaborative\, Cereals Breeding Program\, Picasso Research Group\, Artisan Grain Collaborative\, and OGRAIN for an informal field walk to learn more about our organic trials of hard and soft winter wheat\, winter naked barley\, spring naked oats and kernza. We will tour the field trials and breeding projects and hear the latest about variety releases and research on regional food grade grains. \nFor more information on this field day\, head to their event listing. No registration is required for this free event.
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/organic-cereals-field-walk/
LOCATION:West Madison Agricultural Research Station\, 8502 Mineral Point Rd\, Verona\, Wisconsin\, 53593
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20250625T183007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T183007Z
UID:3807-1752757200-1752780600@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Organic Grains to Glass Field Day at McHugh Farms and La Crosse Distilling Co.
DESCRIPTION:Marbleseed and OGRAIN will join Patrick McHugh for a tour of his diverse farm\, including gardens\, grains\, livestock\, and a large composting system. We’ll learn about their grain and growing practices as well as the journey from harvest to La Crosse Distilling Co. We’ll also learn about their compost system and process including their composting relationship with La Crosse Distilling Co. Cap off the day with a social hour at La Crosse Distilling Co. to see this full circle system in action. \nFor more information on this field day\, head to Marbleseed’s event page. You can register for this free event through their event page. \n 
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/organic-grains-to-glass-field-day-at-mchugh-farms-and-la-crosse-distilling-co/
LOCATION:La Crosse Distilling Co. & McHugh Farms\, 129 Vine St.\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20250625T183638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T183638Z
UID:3811-1755597600-1755615600@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Organic Grain Soil Health\, Testing\, and an Introduction to Agroforestry with Otter Creek Organic Farm at Twin Crix
DESCRIPTION:Join OGRAIN at Twin Crix Farm in Spring Green\, WI\, on Tuesday\, August 19th\, for a day of organic field walks and soil health talks. Gary Zimmer will share how he uses tests to make informed decisions to increase soil health. From soil tests to tissue tests to feed tests\, he’ll discuss them all. Sandy Syburg will share results from an on-farm nitrogen and cover crop study led by Michael Fields Agriculture Institute. We’ll also hear an update on the work of Rye Revival. In the afternoon\, we’ll discuss grain crop rotations and tour fields of corn\, clover\, and rye. We’ll end the day with an agroforestry field tour and introduction with Patrick Michaels. For a more in-depth dive into agroforestry\, join the Savanna Institute on Wednesday\, August 20th. \nThis event is free and includes lunch\, but please register in advance to help us plan! \n  \n 
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/organic-grain-soil-health-testing-and-an-introduction-to-agroforestry-with-otter-creek-organic-farm-at-twin-crix/
LOCATION:Twin Crix\, Spring Green\, WI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20250625T184004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T184004Z
UID:3815-1756200600-1756220400@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:UW Organic Research Field Day
DESCRIPTION:This field day will feature tours and talks about the latest research in organic grains and forages\, including methods for reducing tillage in corn and soybeans\, no-till dry beans\, advances in organic food-grade grains\, emerging crops\, using biocontrol agents to manage white mold in soybean\, and an on-farm research project studying soil health in organic grain systems. \nThis event is free and includes lunch\, but please register in advance to help us plan!
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/uw-organic-research-field-day/
LOCATION:Arlington Agricultural Research Station\, N695 Hopkins Rd\, Arlington\, WI\, 53911
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UID:3818-1756288800-1756312200@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Farmer-Distiller Grain Connections at Cow Creek Organic Farm & Silver Tree Spirits
DESCRIPTION:Join OGRAIN\, Artisan Grain Collaborative\, The Land Connection\, IDEA Farm Network and Rodale Institute for this unique field day tailored for both farmers and distillers to learn in the field and at the distillery. Dallas and Will Glazik will lead us as we tour organic fields and discuss proper food-grade grain handling at Cow Creek Organic Farm. We’ll transition to Silver Tree Spirits for lunch featuring a farmer & distiller panel followed by organic buyer/seller networking time. We’ll wrap up the day with a distillery tour\, grain quality talk\, and optional off-flavor tasting. Have lingering questions or want to spend more time enjoying this great group of folks? Stick around the distillery to keep the conversation going. Come out to explore and network across the grain chain. \nEvent Schedule\n10:00 am – 12:15 pm: Field & Handling Tours at Cow Creek Organic Farm\n12:45 pm – 2:45 pm: Lunch with Midwest Farmer & Distiller Panel &\nOrganic Buyer/Seller Mixer at Silver Tree Spirits\n2:45 pm – 4:30 pm: Distillery Tour\, Off-Flavor Tasting\, & Grain Quality Discussion at Silver Tree Spirits\n4:30 pm – 6:00 pm: Optional Social Time \nThis event is free and includes lunch\, but please register in advance to help us plan!
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/farmer-distiller-grain-connections-at-cow-creek-organic-farm-silver-tree-spirits/
LOCATION:Cow Creek Organic Farm & Silver Tree Spirits\, Paxton\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
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UID:3925-1769097600-1769112000@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:The Future of Organic Row Crops: Balancing Technology & Ecology
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URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/the-future-of-organic-row-crops-balancing-technology-ecology/
LOCATION:Monona Terrace\, 1 John Nolen Drive\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260125
DTSTAMP:20260501T003245
CREATED:20251027T175115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T205258Z
UID:3921-1769126400-1769299199@ograin.cals.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:2026 OGRAIN Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this two day conference full of farmers\, researchers\, and industry experts leading valuable sessions for organic grain farmers in the Upper Midwest. Deepen your connection with the organic grain community by engaging with roundtables\, exhibitors\, and panel discussions.
URL:https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/event/2026-ograin-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Monona Terrace\, 1 John Nolen Drive\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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