The field classes will emphasize plant identification and NPC keying and classification exercises, including an emphasis on habitat and management considerations. An applied class is being offered on the identification of Minnesota native shrubs.
The Nutrient Management Tool (NMT) includes a GIS based mapping component as well as the ability to keep land application records. George Schwint, principal engineer for the MPCA feedlot program, provides an overview and demo of the new tool. George also highlights another resource from the MPCA, the Nutrient Management Planning Map. This is a publicly available interactive map that displays the best available data for sensitive features across the state and provides BMPs and requirements for land application of manure in these areas.
Dr. Miranda Meehan provides an overview on virtual fence and considerations when integrating it into a grazing system based on her team’s experience the last two years. She also gives an update on research being conducted using virtual fence to manage grazing on rangeland and annual forages in North Dakota.
Margaret Wagner (MDA) provides an update on the implementation of the Groundwater Protection Rule to minimize potential sources of nitrate pollution to the state's groundwater. Margaret also highlights voluntary efforts such as partnerships with ag retailers as well as work with the UMN and SWCDs.
This is a recording of the MN CREP webinar training session from 3/18/2025. Training for this program focused on the amended MN CREP agreement and covered general program information related to practice eligibility. This webinar was put on specifically for NW area staff but it can be applied to the entire 66 county CREP area.
Livestock production fundamentals is a series of eight webinars focused on providing livestock information to NRCS staff, partners, technical service providers, and other conservation professionals. These sessions will benefit anyone looking to become familiar with the principles of livestock production and successfully working with livestock producers to address resource concerns associated with animal agriculture.
This Tech Talk provides basic information for several species of livestock that may be raised on pasture, including the following topics:
This is a recording of the Easement Enhancement Program webinar training session from 2/18/2025. The webinar provided an overview of the program background, the two types of enhancement options, and eligibility process.
As our cold winter days give way to more sunshine and warming temperatures, people across the northland are itching to spend more time outside. From learning about some spring ‘pests,’ fishing for trout and exploring fun Minnesota rocks, we have several ideas to get you outside in the warm spring sunshine. Upcoming webinars are scheduled every Wednesday at noon, through May. The webinars are free, but participants are required to preregister.
This Track is a suggested sequence of trainings, replays, and information pertaining to the design, installation, and certification of soil health systems.