Garett Christiansen and Brandon DeFoe discuss Conservation Tree Shrub Groups (CTSGs) and the updated tools available to identify and use the CTSGs.

Beneficial insects like dung beetles are key ecological management tools for healthy rangeland and pasture. However, certain pest and parasite management practices can harm beneficial insect populations, impairing the ecosystem services they provide.

A classroom and field based training focusing on how to collect, submit, and interpret samples eligible for Conservation Evaluation and Monitoring Activity (CEMA) 216 soil health testing. Anna Cates will describe the meaning of the soil tests funded by CEMA 216, including soil carbon pools, aggregate stability, and soil biological metrics. Stephanie McLain will cover the submission process required for funding, including sample locations and paperwork.

A classroom and field based training focusing on how to collect, submit, and interpret samples eligible for Conservation Evaluation and Monitoring Activity (CEMA) 216 soil health testing. Anna Cates will describe the meaning of the soil tests funded by CEMA 216, including soil carbon pools, aggregate stability, and soil biological metrics. Stephanie McLain will cover the submission process required for funding, including sample locations and paperwork.

Small group On the Job Training (OJT) for herbaceous vegetation establishment practices. Attendees will meet, virtually or in person, with the same group over the course of four months. The focus of these meetings is the planning, design, and installation/certification of seeding practices. The core practices that will be the focus of the OJT in this cohort will include:

This hands on training series follows real farming practices throughout the growing season, giving you the knowledge and confidence to better connect with producers. Attendees are encouraged to attend all three sessions, but that is not a requirement.

The Beginner Series is designed for those newer to agriculture, and covers the full growing season from planting through harvest. Training dates corresponding to the cropping season are scheduled for May 13, July 15, and October 7.

This replay features Clay Burtrum, Burtrum Cattle LLC and Farm Data Services. Virtual fence was unheard of just five years ago, but now it has become increasingly popular all across the country. Using virtual fence for me started as part of a research project, but now that I’ve faced all the challenges of bringing a new technology into my operation and I know the ins and outs of how virtual fence works for me.