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SUMMARY:ASGA Solar Grazing Certification Training: Plattsburgh\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Events 1\n\n\n\nThis in-person workshop teaches the unique set of skills necessary to succeed at solar grazing. You will learn key topics and best practices fundamental to using sheep to manage vegetation on solar energy sites.  \n\n\n\nCertified by the American Solar Grazing Association \n\n\n\nHaving completed this course\, you will be recognized as an ASGA Certified Solar Grazier. This status includes a digital badge\, listing on ASGA’s solar grazing map\, and inclusion in the Certified Solar Grazier Directory. You will also receive valuable take-home resources for further study and reference.  \n\n\n\nCourse Overview:  \n\n\n\nThis course consists of on-line prerequisites followed by two days of in-person training in the classroom and on an actively grazed solar field. The site tour will be at Nexamp’s Northway Solar\, grazed by Lewis Fox and Niko Kochendoerfer of Agrivoltaics Solutions.  \n\n\n\n\nDates: June 23rd – 24th\, 2026\n\n\n\nTime: 8:00am to 5:00pm \n\n\n\nLocation: Plattsburgh\, NY & Northway Solar\n\n\n\n\nThe course material meets the ASGA Solar Grazing Standards. Highlights include: \n\n\n\n\nPrinciples for positive partnership with your solar asset managers\n\n\n\nVegetation Management and Strategies: setting performance standards\, developing grazing models\, mechanical control options\, seeding\, and forages\n\n\n\nSheep Management and Welfare: Health and disease\, flock movement and handling\, predation\, transportation\, nutrition and water\, seasonal management\, and lambing on-site\n\n\n\nSite infrastructure: fences\, gates\, sensitive structures\, wire management\, and retrofitting sites not originally designed for sheep\n\n\n\nSolar site production basics and safety on-site: understanding equipment functions and risks\, and best practices for personnel and sheep\n\n\n\nBusiness topics: budgeting and start-up costs\, bidding\, contracts\, insurance\, signage\, and interacting with the public\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our sponsors\, ACE NY and NYSERDA!
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/asga-certified-solar-grazing-workshop-plattsburgh-ny/
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SUMMARY:Advancing Bat Compensatory Mitigation: From Research Pathways to Innovative Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Presented by REWI\, this webinar explores approaches to bat compensatory mitigation\, featuring an overview of White‑Nose Syndrome and conservation actions implemented through the national response plan\, including updates on innovative research efforts designed to improve survival and recovery of WNS-impacted bat species. \n\n\n\nModerator: Isabel Gottlieb\, Senior Research Manager/Scientist\, Renewable Energy Wildlife Institute (REWI) \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\nJeremy Coleman\, National White-nose Syndrome Coordinator\, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service\n\n\n\nWinifred Frick\, Chief Scientist\, Bat Conservation International (BCI)\n\n\n\n\nLearn more: https://rewi.org/webinars/advancing-bat-compensatory-mitigation/ \n\n\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/advancing-bat-compensatory-mitigation-from-research-pathways-to-innovative-solutions/
CATEGORIES:External
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SUMMARY:Insects in Solar Landscapes: Ecological Processes\, Activity & Habitat Value
DESCRIPTION:Presented by REWI\, this webinar will bring three researchers together to discuss their emerging work regarding insect interactions and biodiversity at utility-scale solar facilities.  \n\n\n\nModerator: Josh Ennen\, Senior Scientist\, Renewable Energy Wildlife Institute (REWI) \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\nStephanie Murray\, Ph.D. Candidate\, University of Dayton\n\n\n\nLaura Figueroa\, Assistant Professor\, Environmental Conservation\, University of Massachusetts Amherst\n\n\n\nTristan Barley\, Graduate research assistant\, University of Illinois\n\n\n\n\nLearn more: https://rewi.org/webinars/insects-solar-landscapes/ \n\n\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/insects-in-solar-landscapes-ecological-processes-activity-habitat-value/
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SUMMARY:Global Conference on Agriculture and Horticulture
DESCRIPTION:The 6th Edition of Global Conference on Agriculture and Horticulture (AGRI 2026) will take place in Rome\, Italy on September 14–16\, 2026 as a Hybrid event (in-person & online) under the theme “Frontiers and Advances in Agriculture and Horticultural Science.” \n\n\n\nThe conference attracts a diverse audience\, including agricultural scientists\, horticulturists\, researchers\, academicians\, industry professionals\, and policymakers\, creating a vibrant community for sharing insights and advancing the field of agriculture and horticulture worldwide. \n\n\n\nA comprehensive range of topics will be covered\, including sustainable farming practices\, precision agriculture\, horticultural innovations\, soil and water management\, plant breeding\, crop protection strategies\, and agri-biotechnology. Attendees will gain a holistic understanding of the latest research\, technologies\, and solutions driving progress in the sector. \n\n\n\nParticipants will have the chance to present research findings\, participate in interactive workshops\, attend panel discussions\, and showcase innovations\, offering ample opportunities for professional growth\, collaboration\, and networking. \n\n\n\nWe eagerly anticipate your participation in Italy or online\, joining minds and expertise to advance sustainable agriculture and horticulture for a better global future. \n\n\n\nNH Villa Carpegna Via Pio IV\, 6\, 00165Rome\, Italy \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://agri-conferences.com/ \n\n\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/global-conference-on-agriculture-and-horticulture/
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SUMMARY:ASGA Certified Solar Grazing Workshop: Madison\, WI
DESCRIPTION:ASGA is excited to announce that we will be hosting a Certified Solar Grazing Training for farmers and ranchers in Madison\, WI this September! \n\n\n\nThe two-day workshop will teach ASGA’s solar grazing standards and include onsite instruction. The training will also involve a virtual component participants will complete before attending in-person. \n\n\n\nParticipants who complete the workshop and have an active ASGA membership will receive a certification\, a badge to display\, and be listed as an ASGA Certified Solar Grazier on the ASGA map. \n\n\n\nRegistration Coming Soon\n\n\n\nCheck back here soon for the registration link and more details on the workshop!
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/asga-certified-solar-grazing-workshop-madison-wi/
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SUMMARY:ASGA-CFAR Certified Solar Grazing Workshop - Georgia (September 21-23)
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with experts in the field of regenerative agriculture. This unique\, three-day experience provides a deep dive into the principles and real-world application of solar grazing\, led by experts from White Oak Pastures alongside solar site owners and managers. \n\n\n\nParticipants will explore every aspect of solar grazing—from guided site tours to contract negotiation—and gain valuable insight into how this practice can be successfully integrated into diverse farm operations.Class size is limited to 16 participants\, ensuring a personalized and immersive learning experience.All ticket purchases include farm-to-table meals from the White Oak Pastures Farmer’s Table Restaurant throughout the session.CFAR is proud to serve as an ASGA Certified™ solar grazing training provider. Members of the American Solar Grazing Association (ASGA) who complete this workshop are eligible to earn a digital badge and be listed on the ASGA Solar Grazing Map. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nContent for the three-day experience includes: \n\n\n\n\nField visits at two solar farms with differing designs to familiarize the participants with varying challenges/benefits of each design. \n\n\n\nHow to perform a rotational grazing field move with the White Oak Pastures sheep/herd.\n\n\n\nDetailed overview of capital expenditures and resources a solar grazer may need/encounter and the pros/cons with each type. \n\n\n\nPanel discussions with industry leaders in regenerative agriculture\, Owner/Operators of Solar facilities\, and Solar Grazers\n\n\n\nInsight into the bidding\, contracting\, and execution phases of solar grazing.\n\n\n\nDetailed historical outline of regenerative agriculture implementation at White Oak Pastures\n\n\n\nIntroduction to fundamental soil health principles\n\n\n\nDiscussions and demonstration of how sensitive solar equipment is protected from grazing animals. \n\n\n\nPreviously grazed and yet-to-be-grazed paddocks visible for comparison.\n\n\n\nDiscussion/demonstration of how sensitive solar equipment is protected from grazing animals.\n\n\n\nSite-specific discussion of how animals are delivered\, loaded\, and handled while on-site (Portable handling equipment\, Loading ramps/chutes Truck/trailer turnaround space)\n\n\n\nDemonstration/discussion of watering methods and equipment\n\n\n\nDiscussion of grazing goals (forage quality\, soil improvement\, forage height relative to solar panels\, etc.)\n\n\n\nFrom the perspective of solar site owners/managers\, what characteristics make for an ideal solar grazing vendor?\n\n\n\nWhat is a typical sheep stocking rate\, and how is it affected by seasonality\, precipitation\, and forage type?\n\n\n\nHow often is an increase or decrease in the stocking rate necessary? How dramatic are the swings?\n\n\n\nWhat animal classes work best for solar grazing (e.g.\, dry ewes\, weaned lambs)?\n\n\n\nA lot of Question-and-Answer discussion panels to make certain all participants had an opportunity to get their specific questions answered.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration link: https://thecfar.org/products/solar-grazing-september-2026
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/asga-cfar-certified-solar-grazing-workshop-georgia-september-21-23/
LOCATION:White Oak Pastures\, 22775 US-27\, Bluffton\, Georgia\, 39824
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SUMMARY:ACP Recharge Energy Storage Summit
DESCRIPTION:ACP and major players in energy storage came together to advance the shared goal of making American energy more reliable\, efficient\, and affordable. \n\n\n\nThis year’s ACP RECHARGE will feature cutting-edge sessions\, exhibits showcasing the latest technologies and services\, and networking opportunities with industry leaders and experts. \n\n\n\nAurora\, COUnited States \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://cleanpower.org/recharge/ \n\n\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/acp-recharge-energy-storage-summit/
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