Wondering how to host a successful field day? Check out One Good Idea's latest blog post, “Five Tips for Successful Field Days from Watershed Leaders.” This is a great way to boost your field day strategies during this busy field season! watershedleaders.org/five-tips-for-…

Job alert! @PracticalFarmers is seeking a Cropping Systems Research Coordinator. Lead multisite on-farm research projects across the Midwest, focusing on nitrogen fertilizer impacts, soil health practices, and cover crop effects on fieldwork days. recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/job…

Join Cleveland Water Alliance and HABs Collaborative for “The State of #HAB Monitoring.” Great opportunity to explore innovative approaches to harmful algal bloom data management. Free sessions every third Thursday from August to October. clevelandwateralliance.org/event/data-dri…

Join the One Good Idea Shop Talks this Thursday, August 8th at 11:30am CT / 12:30pm ET. Ohio producer Matt Burkholder is seeking ideas for talking to his neighbors about conservation. Future sessions: August 15th. goodideafarm.org/shop-talks/

Job Alert! The Climate and Soil Health Initiative at American Farmland Trust is hiring a Senior Soil Health and Biochar Scientist. This role will support AFT’s national climate, soil health, and biochar work. Learn more about this position and others: paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php…

Job Alert: Water Program Manager at UW–Madison Division of Extension. Join the Division of Extension Natural Resources Institute as a Water Program Manager! Key responsibilities include managing research-based programs and building and maintaining stakeholder relationships. jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/water-pro…

Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership's 2024 Risk Management Conference, “Future Proof Your Farm,” will address long-term threats to agriculture and how conservation practices can mitigate these risks. One Good Idea zoom.us/meeting/regist…

New Research in Canadian Journal of Soil Science: A long-term study (1998–2015) in Prince Edward Island, Canada, shows that soil organic matter (SOM) levels have declined in areas with intensive farming. The findings highlight the need for strategies to improve SOM levels. cdnsciencepub.com/doi/10.1139/cj…

Mark your calendar for the next North Central U.S. Climate Summary and Outlook Webinar on Aug 15, 2024, at 1 PM CT / 2 PM ET. Zachary Leasor will cover drought, flood risks, heat, growing conditions, wildfires, recent events, and La Niña impacts. NOAA Climate.gov NIDIS Drought.gov

The NCR-SARE 2025 Partnership Grant Program is now accepting proposals for 2025 projects. Up to $50,000 per project to support on-farm research and education in sustainable agriculture. Deadline: Oct. 17, 2024. Learn more: northcentral.sare.org/Grants/Apply-f…

Job alert! @UWMadisonEXT is seeking a Director of Extension Tribal Relations to enhance collaboration with Native Nations and Tribal Colleges in Wisconsin. Apply by Aug. 21, 2024. jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/director-…

The Ohio Sea Grant’s 2024 Understanding Harmful Algal Blooms: State of the Science Conference is on Sep 4 in Toledo, OH, with virtual options available. Register to learn about the latest research and key uncertainties in algal bloom science. ohioseagrant.osu.edu/news/calendar/…

The Hypoxia Task Force Newsletter, a quarterly publication from U.S. EPA's Office of Water, offers insights into recent activities and resources from the task force. The July 2024 issue covers updates on state and federal actions, publications, and more. epa.gov/ms-htf/hypoxia…

Catch the latest episode “Discussing and Sharing Paradigm Challenging Practices” with Brian Dougherty & Luke Jones from Understanding Ag. Learn about the role of cover crops in cash grain systems and integrating livestock into cover cropping. youtube.com/watch?v=7y2X1G…

The Conservation Finance Ag Educator Training is September 16-17 at Arlington Ag Research Station. Dive into the financial aspects of conservation practices like #covercrops and #nutrientmgmt. Register by Sept. 6th. UW–Madison Division of Extension Division of Extension Natural Resources Institute charge.wisc.edu/NaturalResourc…

St. Louis County, in partnership with the University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership (MCAP) and other regional partners, will receive over $1.8 million from NOAA for #climateresilience work in the #LakeSuperior coastal region. Soil, Water, & Climate extension.umn.edu/news/st-louis-…

Join us in Minneapolis, Oct. 9-11, for the 2024 Climate, Water, and Equity Workshop. A great opportunity to deepen your understanding of climate and water issues while building trust across institutions. Register by Oct. 1. UW–Madison Division of Extension Division of Extension Natural Resources Institute charge.wisc.edu/NaturalResourc…

The Michigan EGLE will host the Great Lakes Drinking Water Conference in Novi, MI, celebrating 50 years of the Safe Drinking Water Act. The conference will review past achievements and future challenges in drinking water protection. Register by Sept. 11. michigan.gov/egle/outreach/…

The deadline to register for the Conservation Finance Ag Educator Training is September 6th! Don't miss this chance to deepen your understanding of conservation finance on September 16-17 at Arlington Ag Research Station. UW–Madison Division of Extension Division of Extension Natural Resources Institute charge.wisc.edu/NaturalResourc…

Minnesota is experiencing warmer and wetter conditions with more extreme precipitation. A new project in partnership with @GreatRiverGreen, the 1854 Treaty Authority, and NIDIS Drought.gov, aims to address these challenges. MN ENRTF NOAA lccmr.mn.gov