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SUMMARY:Soil Health Testing CEMA 216 Training
DESCRIPTION:Soil Health Testing: CEMA 216 Training\nFriday\, August 14\, 20269:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Central Lakes College\, StaplesLunch will be provided. \nCo-op agronomists\, Certified Crop Advisers\, independent crop consultants\, and other agricultural professionals are invited to a practical\, hands-on training focused on the CEMA 216 Soil Health Testing process. \nAnna Cates with the Minnesota Office for Soil Health and Stephanie McLain with the Natural Resources Conservation Service will explain how to properly collect and store soil samples\, select eligible tests\, complete submission and certification requirements\, and help farmers understand their results. \nThe training will also include field demonstrations at the Central Lakes College Staples Farm. Participants will explore corn-row spacing\, early-season interseeded cover crops\, and strip-cropping systems while learning how soil health testing can strengthen agronomic recommendations and conversations with customers. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nProper collection and storage of soil samples for biological testing\nTests eligible for funding through NRCS CEMA 216\nSampling\, submission\, documentation\, and certification requirements\nHow to interpret and explain soil health test results to farmers\nWays to incorporate testing into agronomic recommendations\nThe role of soil testing in the Regenerative Pilot Program\n\nWhat to Bring\nParticipants should bring field-appropriate clothing\, sunscreen\, and a water bottle. \nRegistration\nAdvance registration is requested. Lunch will be provided. \nREGRISTRATION
URL:https://agcentric.org/event/soil-health-testing-cema-216-training/
LOCATION:Central Lakes College Ag & Energy Center\, 26505 County Road 2\, Staples\, MN\, 56479\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Educators,For Professionals,Training,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Central Lakes College Ag & Energy Field Day
DESCRIPTION:CLC Ag & Energy Center Field Day\nFriday\, August 28\, 20269:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.CLC Ag & Energy Center\, Staples\, MinnesotaFree and open to the public. No registration is required. \nExplore agricultural research\, technology\, and education during the 2026 CLC Ag & Energy Center Field Day. The event will feature field demonstrations\, equipment experiences\, research updates\, garden tours\, children’s activities\, vendors\, and opportunities to connect with agricultural professionals and community partners. \nMorning sessions will be offered twice\, allowing attendees to choose two different topics. The day will also include the Legacy Ag Trail ribbon cutting\, a free lunch program\, partner recognition\, and an ice cream social with live music in the Living Legacy Gardens. \nSchedule\n9:00 a.m.–Noon \n\nRegistration and refreshments\nAgricultural vendors inside the Main Shed\nTractor and Combine Ride-N-Drive with Midwest Machinery\n\n9:30–10:30 a.m. \nFirst session rotation \n10:45–11:45 a.m. \nSecond session rotation \n11:45 a.m. \nLegacy Ag Trail ribbon cutting \nNoon \nFree lunch program and recognition of project partners and supporters \nFollowing lunch until 3:00 p.m. \nIce cream social and live music in the Living Legacy Gardens \nField Day Sessions\nInnovative Interseeding: 60-Inch Row Corn with Cover Crops and Soil Moisture SensorsTaylor Thompson\, CLC Ag & Energy Center\, and Amy Robak\, Centra Sota Cooperative \nExplore how wider corn rows\, interseeded cover crops\, and soil moisture sensors can work together in the field. This session will highlight ongoing trials and their potential benefits for soil health\, water management\, crop performance\, and long-term sustainability. \nDrone ApplicationsCRK Aerial \nSee agricultural drone technology in action and learn how it can support today’s farming operations. \nField Research in Edible Bean Production and Partnerships in the PlotJuan Osorno\, North Dakota State University\, and Andy Hacker\, Bonanza Bean LLC \nLearn about current edible bean research and how partnerships between researchers and industry help move new varieties and production practices forward. \nPrecision Irrigation SystemsGrand Irrigation \nExplore irrigation technologies and management strategies designed to improve water-use efficiency and crop production. \nLiving Legacy Garden ToursTammy Rick \nTour the Living Legacy Gardens and learn more about the plants\, educational features\, and community partnerships behind the space. \nChildren’s Garden and ActivitiesJudy Barka \nOffered during the 10:45 a.m. session\, children and families can participate in hands-on activities in the Children’s Garden. \nNo registration is required. Attend any portion of the day that fits your schedule.
URL:https://agcentric.org/event/central-lakes-college-ag-energy-field-day/
LOCATION:Central Lakes College Ag & Energy Center\, 26505 County Road 2\, Staples\, MN\, 56479\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Business Management,For Educators,For Professionals,For Students,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Farm Business Management Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:Fall Farm Business Management Conference\nMonday\, September 14–Tuesday\, September 15\, 2026Noon Monday–Noon TuesdayThe Park Event Center\, Waite Park\, Minnesota \nThe 2026 Fall Farm Business Management Conference will bring Minnesota Farm Business Management instructors together for professional development\, program updates\, collaboration\, and conversations with colleagues from across the state. \nThe conference begins at noon on Monday\, September 14\, and concludes at noon on Tuesday\, September 15. An agenda and additional conference information will be shared with registered attendees closer to the event. \nRegistration\nFarm Business Management instructors are encouraged to register and reserve hotel accommodations as soon as possible. \nRegister for the 2026 FBM Fall Conference \nHotel Accommodations\nTwo discounted hotel blocks are available. Both have limited availability\, and reservations should be made by Saturday\, August 22\, 2026. Reservations have a 48-hour cancellation policy. \nHilton Garden Inn St. Cloud\nReserve a room at the Hilton Garden InnPhone: 320-640-7990Group code: 91U \nResidence Inn by Marriott\nReserve a room at the Residence InnPhone: 320-640-0200Group code: CLCF \nThe hotels are working to balance reservations between the two room blocks. If you have difficulty reserving a room through one link\, please try the other hotel.
URL:https://agcentric.org/event/farm-business-management-fall-conference-2/
LOCATION:The Park Event Center\, 500 Division St\, Waite Park\, MN\, 56387\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Business Management,For Educators,For Professionals,For Students,Training,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="AgCentric":MAILTO:keith.olander@clcmn.edu
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SUMMARY:Autonomous Nation 2026
DESCRIPTION:Autonomous Nation\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 \nGrand Farm Innovation Campus3717 153rd Avenue SE\, Wheatland\, North Dakota \nAutonomous Nation brings together leaders in agriculture\, technology\, research\, business\, and public policy for a full day focused on how autonomous systems are reshaping agriculture. \nHosted by Grand Farm\, the conference will explore advancements in agricultural robotics\, sensing\, autonomous equipment\, and the systems needed to make automation safer and more reliable. Morning sessions will focus on policy\, workforce readiness\, deployment challenges\, and practical applications for agriculture. The afternoon will move outdoors for live demonstrations of autonomous technologies under field conditions. \nEvent Highlights\n\nLive demonstrations featuring autonomous tractors\, drones\, and robotics\nDiscussions about agricultural policy and regulatory challenges\nEmerging technologies designed to address workforce shortages\nStartup presentations featuring new autonomous solutions\nInsights from agricultural technology and industry leaders\nNetworking with growers\, researchers\, innovators\, policymakers\, and technology developers\n\nFeatured Speakers\nThe 2026 speaker lineup includes representatives from Greeneye Technology\, Greenfield Robotics\, Western Growers Association\, Bonsai Robotics\, Agtonomy\, Titan Machinery\, Doosan Bobcat\, RDO Equipment Co.\, Butler Ag Equipment\, Sabanto\, NDSU\, and other agricultural technology organizations. \nTickets and Event Information\nTickets are now available through Grand Farm. Visit the official event page for registration\, the developing agenda\, speaker updates\, travel information\, and additional details. \nLearn More and Purchase Tickets
URL:https://agcentric.org/event/autonomous-nation-2026/
LOCATION:Grand Farm Innovation Campus\, 3717 153rd Ave. SE\, Wheatland\, ND\, 58079\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Business Management,For Educators,For Professionals,For Students,Workshops
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SUMMARY:On Farm Communications Training
DESCRIPTION:On Farm Communications Fall Training\nWednesday\, October 7\, 2026Beginner Farm Immersion Group \nThursday\, October 8\, 2026Advanced Group \n9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. each day \nCentral Lakes College\, Staples \nThe fall On-Farm Communications Training will bring participants back together to complete the 2026 training season. Designed for NRCS and Soil and Water Conservation District professionals\, the program helps participants strengthen their agricultural knowledge and build confidence when communicating with farmers and landowners. \nThrough hands-on activities\, field-based learning\, and conversations with agricultural professionals\, participants will continue developing a practical understanding of farming operations and the decisions producers make throughout the growing season. \nThe October sessions will connect lessons from the spring and summer trainings with fall field conditions\, harvest\, and year-end farm management considerations. \nTraining Groups\nOctober 7: Beginner Farm Immersion \nThe beginner group will continue building foundational agricultural knowledge through hands-on experiences and practical conversations about farming. \nOctober 8: Advanced Training \nThe advanced group will explore agricultural topics in greater depth and build upon the knowledge and experiences gained during previous sessions. \nThese sessions are intended for participants enrolled in the 2026 On-Farm Communications Training program.
URL:https://agcentric.org/event/on-farm-communications-training/
LOCATION:Central Lakes College Ag & Energy Center\, 26505 County Road 2\, Staples\, MN\, 56479\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Professionals,Workshops
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