Big Soil Health Event Mission: To provide FARMER FIRST education, training, and networking assistance to increase soil health and function, quality of life, and ROI. Through community support and producer empowerment, we aim to improve generational family farming and ranching while regenerating the lands on which they operate. Speakers in the 2025 event: Dr.…
Featuring Keynote Speaker Dr. Jill Clapperton A globally recognized soil ecologist and founder of Rhizoterra Inc., Dr. Clapperton is renowned for her leadership in promoting nutrient-dense, healthy soils, and for her captivating ability to blend scientific insight with practical solutions. Having served as a rhizosphere ecologist with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada for 16 years, she…
Practical Farmers of Iowa hosts an annual conference in Des Moines, Iowa covering conservation topics from cover crops to prairie and more! Attend one or all days to learn with likeminded farmers and professionals.
The South Dakota Soil Health Coalition is excited to have the 2026 Soil Health Conference in Aberdeen, SD! This outstanding event offers regenerative ag information from renowned researchers and experienced producers. This is an excellent opportunity to get your land management questions answered and network with people who can help you improve your land. More…
Hosted by University of Minnesota Extension and NDSU Extension, the Soil Management Summit and DIRT Conference is 2-day event emphasizing farmer experience and applied science. Straight from the fields, learn how heavier, colder soils aren’t necessarily the challenge they’re made out to be. Hear from long-time no-till, reduced tillage, and cover crop farmers as…
Attend the Midwest Grazing & Soil Health Summit, a key event for farmers, ranchers, and conservation professionals focused on sustainable agriculture. This summit offers practical insights into regenerative grazing practices, improving soil health, and boosting farm resilience. Connect with experts, network with peers, and gain tools to enhance both productivity and environmental stewardship.
7-7-26 Randolph Field Day Flyer Join Heartland Co-op to learn about the economic and biological benefits of conservation and seed genetics. Grill-out lunch is provided. The agenda includes seeing a rainfall simulation of soils under different management systems, a seed demo plot walk, and a soil health field walk. Time: 10 am -…
Take a deep dive into the biology, economics, and management behind regenerative farming and grazing. This year’s event will feature some of the most respected voices in regenerative agriculture and soil health, including John Kempf, Jonathan Lundgren, and Hugh Aljoe. These speakers are known for sharing practical, real-world ideas that farmers can take home and…
Ken Fawcett has been part of Fawcett Family Farms for decades. The operation, in Cedar County, Iowa, is now run by Ken’s son, Thomas, and nephew, Kent Stuart. But though retired, Ken is still passionate about the legacy and stewardship of the family ground. Over the last 50 years, Ken and his family have adopted…
Fawcett Field Day Flyer 7-28 Join Heartland Co-op for a field day at Fawcett Farms. Bring the whole family for this one! There will be a bounce house, swimming, and fishing. Be sure to RSVP if you’d like supper. At this field day, expect to see cover crop equipment, a drone demonstration, riparian…