Not all training takes place in a classroom. We’ve put together a searchable library of recorded modules, webinars, videos and other resources to help our staff and partners find professional development information on a variety of topics.

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Title Format Description Training Source Training Subject
Strategic Farming: New Findings with Sulfur Fertility Video

Sulfur might be considered a secondary nutrient, but it is essential for crop production. Join UMN Extension nutrient management specialists as…

Strategic Farming: Let's talk tar spot of corn Webinar

Tar spot of corn: Status and options for this rising issue. Join Drs. Dean Malvick, Extension plant pathologist, and Nathan Kleczewski, plant…

Strategic Farming: Let's talk small grains Webinar

Small grains management update. Join Dr. Jochum Wiersma, Extension small grains specialist, when we address production agronomics, variety…

Strategic Farming: Let's talk drought effects on insect pest pressure Webinar

Drought effects on insect pest pressure: What might 2022 look like? Join Dr. Ian MacRae, Extension entomologist, and Bruce Potter, Extension IPM…

Strategic Farming: Let's talk cover crops! Webinar

Cover crops: Termination timing and planting green. Timing can mean a lot when it comes to cover crops. Join Drs. Anna Cates, State Soil Health…

Split Applying Nitrogen for Corn: 3 Tips for Sidedress Applications Video

Extension educator Brad Carlson discusses split-applying nitrogen for corn and offers 3 tips for sidedress applications.

Soybean Variety Selection Video

What criteria should you use when selecting a soybean variety? How do the economics pencil out for different soybean maturities in your area? What…

Soybean Pest Management Reference Material

This website provides information on insects and diseases affecting soybean.

Soybean crop management in Wisconsin (soybeans, part 1/3) Video

(Time: 12:35) This video discusses components contributing to yield in soybeans including varietal selection, regional climate and…

Southeast Minnesota Groundwater video series Video

A series of five short videos:  How Groundwater Moves in Southeast Minnesota, How Contaminants(Like Nitrate) Move in Southeast Minnesota Part…

Source Water Protection Webinar

We all deserve to have safe clean drinking water that we can trust. In order to do that, we need to ensure we are protecting water at the source…

Solar-powered Water Systems for Grazing Operations Webinar

(Time: 1:14) Participants in this webinar will learn important considerations in planning for a solar-powered water delivery system for…

Soils Training Resources Reference Material

This is a collection of video, webinar, and presentation training resources related to soils: mapping, classification, interpretations, GIS data,…

Soils as a Service Webinar Series: Know Your Biology Webinar

Following Dr. White’s discussion, we’re joined by Drs. Rick and Liz Haney, along with Lance Gunderson, founder of Regen Ag Lab. Over the one-hour…

Soils as a Service Webinar Series: Farming Microbes Webinar

For this webinar, we’ll revisit the ability of soil to supply the nutrients plants need to reach their genetic potential. Dr. James White, Rutgers…

Soil Sampling Webinar

(Time: 00:26:25) Information is presented on soil sampling strategies and sample handling/testing procedures.

Soil Quality - the Foundation for Resource Management Webinar

(Time: 1:55)  Participants in the webinar learn about Natural Resources Conservation Service conservation planning principles to improve soil…

Soil pH and Lime Webinar

(Time: 00:24:38) Information is presented on negative effects of acidic soils; testing for soil pH; managing soil pH for alkaline soils; and…

Soil Life in Organic Farming: The Role of Soil Organisms in Soil Health and Resource Conservation Video

Join us for this webinar during which soil life in organic agriculture and the role of soil organisms, such as macro-and micro-fauna, including…

Soil Health's Link to Water Quality Webinar

The agronomic benefits of improving soil health are well known, but when it comes to the specific impacts on water quality off field, many…

Soil Health Test for Monitoring Midwest Soils Webinar

As part of the Soil Health Nexus Digital Cafe Series, Eileen Kladivko from Purdue University presents “Soil Health Tests for Monitoring Midwest…

Soil Health Practices and Water Behavior and Efforts to Quantify Soil Function Webinar

Soil health is defined in terms of soil function, and some of the most important functions are related to water-holding and water infiltration.…

Soil Health Pays Webinar

A farm’s profitability depends on many factors – but reducing yield variability is a key component. Mitchell County farmer Wayne Fredericks and…

Soil Health Management Systems: Using NRCS Practice Standards Webinar

Participate in this webinar to learn about the four soil health planning principles and associated practices that help comprise a Soil Health…

Soil Health Dos and Don'ts Webinar

Join us for this webinar during which soil health techniques such as cover crops, crop rotations, pest management, nutrient management, cash crop…

Soil Health and Sustainability for Field Staff - Blended Delivery Module 5: Ecological Management Video

Module 5 of 9 in the virtual portion of this blended training for 2021.  This training is designed to provide field-level conservationists…

Soil Health and Sustainability for Field Staff - Blended Delivery Module 4: Resource Concerns Video

Module 4 of 9 in the virtual portion of this blended training for 2021.  This training is designed to provide field-level conservationists…

Soil Health and Sustainability for Field Staff - Blended Delivery Module 2: Soil Biology Video

Module 2 of 9 in the virtual portion of this blended training for 2021.  This training is designed to provide field-level conservationists…

Soil Health and Sustainability for Field Staff - Blended Delivery Module 1: Intro to Soil Health Video

Module 1 of 9 in the virtual portion of this blended training for 2021.  This training is designed to provide field-level conservationists…

Soil Health and New Soil Testing Methods Webinar

(Time: 1:47:00)  This webinar will give participants an overview of soil health and new soil testing tools for N-P-K that take into account…

Soil Health and Management

This Track is a suggested sequence of trainings, replays, and information pertaining to the design, installation, and certification of soil health…

Soil Health & Sustainability for Field Staff Training Resources Reference Material

A compilation of recorded webinars and other resources provided as part of the Soil Health and Sustainability for Field Staff training in 2019.…

Soil Health Video

(Time: 57:21)  In this session, Dr. Jessica Gutknecht discusses soil health. When you think about the soil beneath your feet, or…

Soil Erosion: WEPS Online Course

This course provides and overview of the Wind Erosion Prediction System (WEPS), and instructions on how to use the WEPS model to estimate wind…

Soil Erosion: RUSLE2 Online Course

This course provides an overview of the Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE), and instructions on how to use the RUSLE2 model to estimate…

Soil Erosion: Conservation Practices for Soil Erosion Control Online Course

This course covers the structural, vegetative, and management conservation practices used to reduce all five types of soil erosion.

Soil Erosion 101 Online Course

This training module focuses on the types of erosion and the resource concerns associated with erosion. It orients participants to the types and…

Soil Data Viewer 6.2 User Guide Reference Material

A 57 page pdf with complete instructions on how to use Soil Data Viewer, standalone or as an add-in to ArcMap

Soil Chemistry, Nutrient Cycling & Soil Biology (Soil Regen Summit 2021) Video

This video will outline and explain the aspects of soil chemistry which sustains agricultural nutrient cycling. Soil biology is the key player in…

Small Grains Reference Material

This website provides information on crop and variety selection, growing, harvest and storage, planting and pest management for small grains in…

Small Grain Pest Management Reference Material

This website provides information about diseases and insects common to Minnesota small grain crops.

Silvopasture: An Introduction and Overview Webinar

In this webinar, we will provide an introduction to and overview of silvopasture for any level. Learn more about what it is, who should…

Silvopasture Webinar Series Webinar

The Sustainable Farming Association Hosted a webinar series focused on Silvopasture in April 2020.  The series can be found at the link.…

Silvopasture in Wisconsin: Goals, Challenges and Other Fodder for Thought Webinar

Recorded webinar from the Agroforestry in Action webinar series. Diane Mayerfeld presents information on Silvopasture -- progress, challenges and…

Silvopasture - What It Is and What It Is Not Webinar

Join us as we introduce Conservation Practice Standard 381, Silvopasture, and how is it used by NRCS. Experts will describe in detail what is…

Side Dressing Cover Crops into Corn with Rob Olson and Daughters Video

(Time: 13 mins, 34 secs) Producer Rob Olson and daughters Nicole and Kari demonstrate inter-seeding cover crops into corn on their farm in…

Shelterbelt Renovation: Manitoba experience Video

Richard Warkentin of the Stanley Soil Management Association in Manitoba presents on their experience with shelterbelt renovations.

Septic System Improvement Estimator Training Video Video
Selling Seed in Minnesota (Seed Law) Video

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has put together this presentation to help retailers understand the requirements for labeling and selling…

Selecting Your Next Tree: Where Should It Come From Webinar

Planting seedlings is an essential part of any reforestation plan but where should your seedlings come from? Concerns about survival, growth and…