Ear to the Ground 185: Beauty Beneath Our Feet

An artist uses her work to introduce people to the wonders of the soil universe.

Upcoming Events

December 2024

Tuesday December 3 – Wednesday December 4

2024 Premier Soil Health Event: For Farmers, by Farmers

Tuesday December 3 – Wednesday December 4

2024 Premier Soil Health Event: For Farmers, by Farmers

Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, MN 56001, USA

This is a Minnesota Soil Health Coalition event. For details and to register, click here.

Tuesday December 3

2:00 pm – 7:30 pm: Iowa Organic Association Annual Meeting
Tuesday December 3
2:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Iowa Organic Association Annual Meeting
Story City Community Center 501 Elm Ave Story City, IA 50248
Each year, Iowa’s organic community gathers to celebrate the growing organic movement in Iowa with presentations that highlight new and emerging issues within the organic industry. The annual meeting also features a uniquely-curated dinner and networking with presenters, exhibitors, and other Iowa Organic Association members.

Tickets are available here.

Wednesday December 4

6:30 pm – 8:00 pm: Lakes and Prairies Solar 101 - Fergus Falls
Wednesday December 4
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Lakes and Prairies Solar 101 - Fergus Falls
Fergus Falls Public Library, 205 E Hampden Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537, USA
Learn about solar energy and its benefits for your home, or small business. This meeting will take you through the technology, economics, financing and more. You’ll also learn about the Solar Co-op in your area. The program is free to join, and members are not obligated to buy solar panels. For details and to register, click here.

Information on the Lakes and Prairie Solar Co-op is here.

Saturday December 7 – Sunday December 8

New Farmer U

Saturday December 7 – Sunday December 8

New Farmer U

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine St, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047, USA

Join a cohort of intermediate-beginning farmers (two to six years of farming experience) for a weekend retreat focused on farm financial wellness and business management. This training is offered by Marbleseed with regional partners in different states each year.

For details and to register, click here.

Tuesday December 17 – Wednesday December 18

Wisconsin Water & Soil Health Conference

Tuesday December 17 – Wednesday December 18

Wisconsin Water & Soil Health Conference

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions - Wisconsin Dells, 1305 Kalahari Dr, Baraboo, WI 53913, USA

Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Wisconsin Water and Soil Health (WWASH) Conference.This year’s conference will bring together experts, farmers, and conservationists to discuss the latest advancements in soil health and practices that promote water quality.

For details, click here.

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