MSU 2026 Regenerative Ag Winter Webinars: 6 Sessions
TL;DR: Michigan State University is offering a free webinar series in February 2026, focusing on regenerative agriculture practices for farmers and landowners.
- Learn practical strategies for soil health and water quality.
- Explore grazing, strategic tillage, and native plant integration.
- Discover cover crop benefits in perennial systems.
- Understand residue management and its impact.
- Connect with financial resources and grant opportunities.
Why it matters: These webinars provide actionable insights to build more resilient and profitable farm systems while addressing critical environmental concerns like soil degradation and water pollution.
Do this next: Register for the free webinar series before February 25, 2026, to learn practical regenerative agriculture techniques.
Recommended for: Farmers, landowners, and agricultural professionals seeking to enhance soil health, water quality, and farm resilience through regenerative practices.
Michigan State University Extension and the MSU Center for Regenerative Agriculture present the 2026 Regenerative Agriculture Winter Webinar Series, a free six-session virtual program from February 10 to 26, 2026, held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:00–7:00 p.m. ET. Designed for farmers, landowners, conservation partners, and professionals, it delivers practical strategies to strengthen soil health, protect water quality, and build resilient farm systems.
Sessions cover: Feb. 10 - Grazing in Cropping Systems, integrating livestock to improve soil and cut costs; Feb. 24 - Strategic Tillage & the Gray of “No-Till,” balancing disturbance with health; Feb. 26 - Growing Native Plant Seeds, diversifying income via ecosystem services. Additional topics include residue risks/rewards for spring soil temperature and seed environment, cover crops in perennials like orchards/vineyards for weed suppression and biodiversity, and lake associations-farmer partnerships for water quality and trust.
Registration is free until Feb. 25, 11:59 p.m., with interactive expert sessions providing actionable insights. This series supports Michigan's regenerative efforts, complementing MDARD programs like soil assessments, RFNG grants up to $50,000 (due Feb. 27), veteran farms, and climate-smart funding. It empowers participants to apply principles—biodiversity, living roots, minimal disturbance—in diverse operations, aligning with state goals for sustainable, profitable agriculture amid climate challenges.