Weaver Ranch Field Day: Reversing the Dust Bowl

Weaver Ranch Causey, NM, United States

Come learn about efforts to bring prairie life back to abandoned fields affected by the dust bowl, via innovative organic amendment applications such as compost, biochar and bale grazing. New Mexico State University's Dr. Rajan Ghimire will discuss his research related to soil health and organic amendments, Amy Larsen will talk about Quivira's case studies…

Free

Practical Approaches to Building Soil Health on Rangelands

Perryton, TX Perryton, TX

Ranchers on unirrigated pastures have traditionally had limited options for large-scale tools that affect soil health. Emerging research suggests that using materials like compost and biochar (a charcoal-like substance made from waste wood) may be as effective for holding soil moisture and protecting the surface from erosion as bale grazing is known to be. However, we know that not every area responds the same way to management practices. Join us to be part of setting up a new demonstration site at a ranch owned by a New Agrarian Program alum in the Texas panhandle to compare these practices side-by-side.

“I’m here for you.” Peer-to-peer support for trying times

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Come learn what to say and how to help someone who seems to be struggling. COMET™️ (Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory) is a community-based approach to activate rural community members to support one another in times of stress. COMET™️ aligns with rural cultural values of neighbor helping neighbor, and provides people with the language, tools, and confidence so that we can support the people we care about.

Free

Virtual fencing and grazing for ecological restoration

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Join us for a fascinating webinar featuring New Mexico rancher, Jorge Ramirez, who will share his extensive experience in implementing rotational grazing and virtual fencing as a tool to promote ecological restoration. Learn about the intersection of technology and the food system and gain valuable insights from Jorge’s 35 years of hands-on experience in ecological recovery and innovative ranching practices specifically targeted to areas that are experiencing extreme droughts.

Free

Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program Webinar Series: Natural Resources Conservation Service Programs

Zoom

Are you a beginning farmer or rancher and have heard that the USDA can help you get your operation started but don’t know how to access their programs? Join Quivira's webinar lunch series to learn more! November 19: Rural Development and Risk Management Agency  

Free

Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program Webinar Series: Natural Resources Conservation Service Programs

Zoom

Are you a beginning farmer or rancher and have heard that the USDA can help you get your operation started but don’t know how to access their programs? Join Quivira's webinar lunch series to learn more! November 26: Natural Resources Conservation Service: Programs

Free

Event Series The Grazier’s Toolbox

The Grazier’s Toolbox Part 1: Business Decision Making, Practical Tools and Tips for the Custom or Contract Grazier

Zoom

In this two-part workshop, founders of the Grazing School of the West will dig into the roots of what makes a grazier’s business different. In part one the class will discuss business planning and decision-making and the distinct things to consider while planning your contract or prescribed grazing business. Part one will be distinctly useful…

Free
Event Series The Grazier’s Toolbox

The Grazier’s Toolbox Part 2: Business Decision Making, Practical Tools and Tips for the Custom or Contract Grazier

Zoom

In this two-part workshop, founders of the Grazing School of the West will dig into the roots of what makes a grazier’s business different. In part one the class will discuss business planning and decision-making and the distinct things to consider while planning your contract or prescribed grazing business. Part one will be distinctly useful…

Free