This webinar will focus on the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Regenerative Agriculture Pilot Program, a new conservation initiative aimed at helping farmers put their land back on a sustainable path forward. The discussion will highlight how the program is designed to support regenerative farming practices that rebuild soil health, strengthen farm resilience, and promote the production of healthier food. Webinar speakers will provide a general overview of the pilot program, including NRCS’s role in offering technical and financial assistance to producers, and discuss how the program fits within broader conservation and soil health goals. This presentation was originally broadcast on April 17, 2026. Continue reading “NRCS Regenerative Pilot Program”
Nutrient Management Solutions for Small Farms
This webinar will examine practical nutrient management strategies tailored for small and diversified farms. Presenters will explore how organic operations can meet National Organic Program (NOP) requirements for manure, compost use, and soil fertility, followed by a look at the real‑world challenges facing small-acreage livestock properties. We will discuss additional considerations and solutions for effective nutrient stewardship on small farms. Whether you’re a producer, educator, conservation professional, or simply looking to improve land management on limited acreage, this session will offer actionable insights to support sustainable and environmentally sound practices. This presentation was originally broadcast on March 20, 2026. Continue reading “Nutrient Management Solutions for Small Farms”
Pathogens Beyond the Animal: Environmental Drivers of Disease in Livestock Systems
This webinar examines the role of the environment in livestock disease risk and surveillance. Presentations will explore the association between manure handling activities and PRRSV outbreaks in wean-to-market swine, as well as the use of environmental sampling to better understand pathogen distribution on HPAIv-infected egg layer farms. Together, these studies highlight how environmental data can inform biosecurity practices, disease monitoring, and future research applications in livestock production systems. This presentation was originally broadcast on February 20, 2026. Continue reading “Pathogens Beyond the Animal: Environmental Drivers of Disease in Livestock Systems”
Clear Communication, Safer Operations: Why Multilingual Manure Management and Farm Safety Training Matters
This webinar discusses how prioritizing Spanish-language and culturally informed training, agricultural operations can improve clarity, strengthen worker confidence, enhance environmental stewardship, and foster a safer, more resilient workforce. This presentation was originally broadcast on January 23, 2026. Continue reading “Clear Communication, Safer Operations: Why Multilingual Manure Management and Farm Safety Training Matters”