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SUMMARY:ASGA Call 81: Will Harris on Regenerative Solar Grazing and a Bold Return to Giving a Damn
DESCRIPTION:It’s an understatement to say that Will Harris strongly believes in his bold vision for how agriculture can be done to make things better for people\, animals\, and the land. He’s living that vision by practicing regenerative grazing (also known as “regenerative agriculture”) on White Oak Pastures in Bluffton\, GA\, the farm that has been in his family since 1866. A fourth-generation cattleman\, Will Harris is now applying what he’s learned over the decades to solar sheep grazing and exploring the opportunities for grazing cattle under solar panels. Will is joining us for a special interview at our ASGA October Webinar. We’ll talk about his story\, his vision for regenerative agriculture\, and how solar grazing fits into that picture. Expect to hear about the opportunities (and challenges) for solar sheep and solar cattle\, how it can provide opportunities for farmers and local communities\, and how it will help improve the land and ecosystems. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n​About the Speaker\n\n\n\n​Will Harris is a fourth-generation cattleman\, who tends the same land that his great-grandfather settled in 1866. Born and raised at White Oak Pastures\, Will left home to attend the University of Georgia’s School of Agriculture\, where he was trained in the industrial farming methods that had taken hold after World War II. Will graduated in 1976 and returned to Bluffton where he and his father continued to raise cattle using pesticides\, herbicides\, hormones\, and antibiotics. They also fed their herd a high-carbohydrate diet of corn and soy. These tools did a fantastic job of taking the cost out of the system\, but in the mid-1990s Will became disenchanted with the excesses of these industrialized methods. They had created a monoculture for their cattle\, and\, as Will says\, “nature abhors a monoculture.” In 1995\, Will made the audacious decision to return to the farming methods his great-grandfather had used 130 years before. Since Will has successfully implemented these changes\, he has been recognized all over the world as a leader in humane animal husbandry and environmental sustainability. Will is the immediate past President of the Board of Directors of Georgia Organics. He is the Beef Director of the American Grassfed Association and was selected 2011 Business Person of the year for Georgia by the Small Business Administration. Will lives in his family home on the property with his wife Yvonne. He is the proud father of three daughters\, Jessi\, Jenni\, and Jodi. His favorite place in the world to be is out in pastures\, where he likes to have a big coffee at sunrise and a 750ml glass of wine at sunset.
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/asga-call-81-will-harris-on-regenerative-solar-grazing-and-a-bold-return-to-giving-a-damn/
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SUMMARY:CFAR Solar Grazing Workshop: October 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a three-day workshop on solar grazing\, an innovative approach to sustainable land use that combines renewable energy production with responsible livestock grazing. Led by experts from White Oak Pastures and solar site owners/managers\, this unique experience offers a deep dive into the intricacies of solar grazing and its integration into diverse farm operations. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nKey Highlights: \n\n\n\n\nField visits at two solar farms with differing designs\n\n\n\nRotational grazing field move demonstration with White Oak Pastures sheep/herd.\n\n\n\nOverview of capital expenditures and resources needed for solar grazing.\n\n\n\nPanel discussions with industry leaders in regenerative agriculture and solar grazing\n\n\n\nInsight into bidding\, contracting\, and execution phases of solar grazing.\n\n\n\nHistorical outline of regenerative agriculture implementation at White Oak Pastures\n\n\n\nIntroduction to fundamental soil health principles\n\n\n\nDemonstration of protecting solar equipment from grazing animals\n\n\n\nSite-specific discussion of animal delivery\, loading\, and handling\n\n\n\nDemonstration/discussion of watering methods and equipment\n\n\n\nDiscussion of grazing goals and stocking rates for solar grazing\n\n\n\nQuestion-and-answer discussion panels!\n\n\n\n\nLimited Scholarship Opportunities Available Provided by Renewa Energy\, these scholarships offer a chance to attend this workshop at reduced or no cost. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this chance to learn about the environmental\, economic\, and social benefits of solar grazing. Register now to secure your spot! \n\n\n\nDates: October 14-16\, 2024 \n\n\n\nPrice: $2\,500 \n\n\n\nRegister: https://thecfar.org/products/cfar-solar-october-2024
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/cfar-solar-grazing-workshop-october-2024/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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SUMMARY:ALB Pennsylvania Solar Grazing Workshop: Fall 2024
DESCRIPTION:The American Lamb Board just announced their fall Certified Solar Grazing Training Workshop for Pennsylvania! \n\n\n\nFall Workshop Details: \n\n\n\n\nLocation: Shippensburg\, Pennsylvania\n\n\n\nDates: October 30 – November 1\, 2024                  \n\n\n\nRegistration Fee: $200              \n\n\n\nContact for Information: Camren Maierle at Camren@americanlamb.com       \n\n\n\nSeats Available: Limited to 50 producers\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nFrom their announcement: \n\n\n\nThe rapid expansion of utility-scale solar farms and the need for effective vegetation management have created a growing demand for sheep grazing as a natural solution. Sheep grazing is increasingly being used in solar farms\, wildfire-prone areas\, and vineyards. By eliminating dry vegetation that could fuel wildfires and helping control weeds without herbicides\, grazing also supports environmental sustainability. \n\n\n\nThese paid grazing contracts offer a significant growth opportunity for the U.S. sheep industry. Expanding flocks to meet this demand could increase the supply of American Lamb\, make it more price competitive\, and contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions through both renewable energy and biological vegetation management. This trend benefits both established and emerging sheep producers by boosting profitability and encouraging flock expansion. \n\n\n\nThe American Lamb Board (ALB) is prioritizing sustainability and growth within the U.S. sheep industry. According to ALB Chair Jeff Ebert\, the board is committed to supporting both new and experienced shepherds with the necessary education and resources to succeed in contract grazing. \n\n\n\nTo that end\, ALB is hosting grazing workshops that provide an overview of opportunities related to fire suppression\, vineyard grazing\, and solar grazing. These workshops will cover essential topics such as animal performance\, contracts\, and business setup\, equipping participants with the skills they need to thrive in grazing services. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will provide valuable training to help ensure participants can capitalize on grazing contract opportunities and grow their operations profitably.
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/alb-pennsylvania-solar-grazing-workshop-fall-2024/
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SUMMARY:ASGA Call 82: Tools for Solar Pollinator Vegetation Planning + Grazing Compatibility
DESCRIPTION:Pollinator vegetation on solar sites has become an increasingly important component of solar site development\, especially as communities and states institute new requirements and incentives. Designing\, installing\, establishing\, and maintaining plant communities on large solar arrays can be costly and complex\, and getting it wrong can be costly. To help the solar industry navigate the use of pollinator vegetation\, the Pollinator Habitat Aligned with Solar Energy (PHASE) project\, funded by a U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office grant\, created a series of tools to help developers\, owners\, and land managers navigate vegetation management decisions. For this webinar\, Dan Salas of the University of Illinois Chicago\, will discuss several tools provided by the PHASE project to help plan and implement pollinator vegetation\, including tools cost comparison\, seed mix selection\, and pollinator implementation manual. He’ll cover case studies of developers using the tools for planning vegetation on their sites. \n\n\n\n​During the presentation\, we’ll also discuss what would be needed to expand these vegetation management tools to plan for sites with pollinators and grazing and what might go into tools for designing grazing on sites. That conversation will touch on the compatibility of grazing sheep on sites seeded for pollinator habitats. \n\n\n\n​Speakers: \n\n\n\n\n​Dan Salas\, University of Illinois Chicago\n\n\n\n​Lexie Hain\, Lightsource bp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n​Thanks to our sponsor!
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/asga-call-82-tools-for-solar-pollinator-vegetation-planning-grazing-compatibility/
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SUMMARY:CFAR Solar Grazing Workshop: November 2024
DESCRIPTION:This three-day workshop on solar grazing is an innovative approach to sustainable land use that combines renewable energy production with responsible livestock grazing. This unique experience offers a deep dive into the intricacies of solar grazing\, led by experts from White Oak Pastures and solar site owners/managers. Over the course of the workshop\, you will explore various aspects of solar grazing\, from site tours to contract negotiations\, and gain insights into how this practice can be integrated into diverse farm operations. \n\n\n\nCFAR is proud to serve as an ASGA Certified™ solar grazing training provider. Participants who complete the workshop will be recognized as ASGA-Certified™ solar graziers. \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\nWhite Oak Pastures Cabin and RV Park lodging options are available online at: https://whiteoakpastures.com/cabins \n\n\n\nAdditional lodging options can be found HERE. \n\n\n\nRegistration link: https://thecfar.org/products/cfar-solar-november-2024
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/cfar-solar-grazing-workshop-november-2024/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T170000
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SUMMARY:ASGA Call 83: Solar Grazing for Fire Mitigation and Prevention with Ryan Indart
DESCRIPTION:Fire prevention on solar sites is a major area of concern throughout the country and most asset owners are required by insurance to manage vegetation for fire risk. One of the most essential roles sheep can play on solar sites is managing vegetation to mitigate and prevent fire risks\, a job that targeted grazing with sheep is well suited for. It is especially important in California where fire mitigation/prevention is one the primary responsibilities of solar grazing in addition to preventing shading. \n\n\n\nAt our December webinar\, California solar grazier and ASGA advisory board member Ryan Indart (Indart Solar Sheep Grazing) will discuss the intricacies of solar grazing for fire mitigation and prevention. He has extensive experience grazing sites throughout California and he’ll share what the fire risks are and the potential impacts of a fire on site. He’ll go over how he manages sheep and vegetation and why sheep grazing is a great solution for fire risks\, as well as the importance of doing it carefully and correctly. Dan Macon from UC Cooperative Extension will also join the call to discuss the fire ecology from the targeted grazing perspective in California. To round out the discussion\, we’ll have a representative from the solar asset management side talk about requirements for operators and how they approach fire risk. \n\n\n\nHosts: Kevin Richardson (ASGA) and Ely Valdez \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/asga-call-83-solar-grazing-for-fire-mitigation-and-prevention-with-ryan-indart/
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SUMMARY:ASGA Call 84: Traditional Lamb Market opportunities for Solar Grazing
DESCRIPTION:With 70-75% of lamb consumed in the U.S. imported from other countries\, solar grazing presents an important opportunity to expand domestic lamb production. For our January webinar\, ASGA is partnering with the American Lamb Board to help solar graziers and solar companies understand lamb marketing opportunities.  \n\n\n\nThe sheep industry markets lambs through two primary channels\, often referred to as the traditional and non-traditional markets. Opportunities exist in the traditional markets with the expansion of the U.S. sheep industry through various segments\, one of which is solar grazing. At the webinar\, representatives of two of the largest first handlers or processors\, Superior Farms and Wolverine Packing\, will share their experiences and describe marketing opportunities from lamb contracts to carcass preferences of retail and food service customers. \n\n\n\nRegister here.  \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\nDale Brooks\, Wolverine Packing\n\n\n\nCamren Maierle\, American Lamb Board\n\n\n\nBrian Phelan\, Superior Farms\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/asga-call-84-traditional-lamb-market-opportunities-for-solar-grazing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T170000
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SUMMARY:CFAR Solar Grazing Workshop: February 2025
DESCRIPTION:This three-day workshop on solar grazing is an innovative approach to sustainable land use that combines renewable energy production with responsible livestock grazing. This unique experience offers a deep dive into the intricacies of solar grazing\, led by experts from White Oak Pastures and solar site owners/managers. Over the course of the workshop\, you will explore various aspects of solar grazing\, from site tours to contract negotiations\, and gain insights into how this practice can be integrated into diverse farm operations. \n\n\n\nCFAR is proud to serve as an ASGA Certified™ solar grazing training provider. Participants who complete the workshop will be recognized as ASGA-Certified™ solar graziers. \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/cfar-solar-february-2025
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/cfar-solar-grazing-workshop-february-2025/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T180000
DTSTAMP:20260411T071235
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Membership Meeting: American Solar Grazing Association
DESCRIPTION:What an incredible year for solar grazing and ASGA’s community! The American Solar Grazing Association was at the heart of an industry that is taking off faster than any of us could imagine. Solar grazing surpassed well over 100\,000 acres and 100\,000 sheep. Our membership grew to 1\,100 members and counting as more and more people took to this opportunity. At agriculture and energy conferences across the country\, we could feel the energy around solar grazing and agrivoltaics as both industries increasingly embraced grazing after years of hard work by our members. Nowhere was that more apparent than when we brought sheep to the country’s biggest energy convention at RE+ and captured the attention of 45\,000 attendees. \n\n\n\nThat success truly belongs to the American Solar Grazing Association’s members. Our solar grazing members innovated to make solar grazing the best way to manage vegetation on solar and rapidly expanded it. Our solar firm members helped their companies embrace solar grazing and find ways to facilitate fruitful farmer partnerships\, while our research\, nonprofit\, and enthusiast members grew agrivoltaics knowledge and promoted it across the country (and world). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo energize that growth\, ASGA created new resources\, added staff\, created a solar grazier training program\, and produced the first-ever solar grazing documentary\, all while growing our programming and network. \n\n\n\nJoin us for our 5th Annual Membership Meeting to celebrate the accomplishments of this past year and look ahead to solar grazing’s exciting future. The event will be hosted by ASGA’s leadership. \n\n\n\nHere are some of what you’ll hear about at the meeting: \n\n\n\n\nAn update on the first ASGA Certification for Solar Grazing Training program\n\n\n\nOur community’s growth and activities\, including big developments at ASGA\n\n\n\nASGA’s first documentary film – Pastures and Panels\n\n\n\nThe essential resources produced out of our NYSERDA and NREL grants\n\n\n\nAnd much more!\n\n\n\n\nASGA members will vote in new Board of Directors members and meet your leadership team.
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/5th-annual-membership-meeting-american-solar-grazing-association/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T071235
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SUMMARY:CFAR Solar Grazing Workshop: March 2025
DESCRIPTION:This three-day workshop on solar grazing is an innovative approach to sustainable land use that combines renewable energy production with responsible livestock grazing. This unique experience offers a deep dive into the intricacies of solar grazing\, led by experts from White Oak Pastures and solar site owners/managers. Over the course of the workshop\, you will explore various aspects of solar grazing\, from site tours to contract negotiations\, and gain insights into how this practice can be integrated into diverse farm operations. \n\n\n\nCFAR is proud to serve as an ASGA Certified™ solar grazing training provider. Participants who complete the workshop will be recognized as ASGA-Certified™ solar graziers. \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/cfar-solar-march-2025
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/cfar-solar-grazing-workshop-march-2025/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T235959
DTSTAMP:20260411T071235
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SUMMARY:3rd California Germany Agrivoltaics Conference
DESCRIPTION:Fields of Innovation: Agrivoltaics as the Cornerstone of Future Farming \n\n\n\nAgrivoltaics represents a vital step forward in the global clean energy transition\, poised to play a crucial role in achieving the ambitious clean energy targets set by regions such as Germany and California. \n\n\n\nGermany brings sophisticated solar technology and insights from established projects\, while California offers extensive agricultural landscapes and a vibrant entrepreneurial spirit. Enhanced transatlantic collaboration and best-practice-sharing will accelerate the sustainable growth of the Agrivoltaics sector. \n\n\n\nLeveraging the significant successes of previous conferences\, we are again set to host California’s leading platform for Agrivoltaics. This event aims to facilitate the exchange of knowledge\, unite key stakeholders\, and enhance collaborations that will position Agrivoltaics as the central pillar for sustainable farming in the future. \n\n\n\nHere are some key questions that will be addressed: \n\n\n\n\nHow can agrivoltaic systems be optimally designed to maximize both solar energy production and agricultural yield?\n\n\n\nWhat are best practices from real-life projects and sustainable business models that deliver value to all agrivoltaics stakeholder groups?\n\n\n\nHow can agrivoltaic installations be integrated into smart grids or microgrids to enhance energy efficiency and stability?\n\n\n\nand beyond\n\n\n\n\nAbout the conference \n\n\n\nThe California Germany Agrivoltaics Conference was created to strengthen transatlantic collaboration in this important sector\, promote idea exchanges\, and create an ecosystem from which all players involved can benefit. The goal is to build strong German-American partnerships that will lead this growing market of agrivoltaics. \n\n\n\nThis conference is a joint initiative of the co-organizers Representative of German Business (GACC West)\, UC Davis\, and Sunzaun\, supported by the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection. \n\n\n\nTickets are non-refundable 30 days prior to the event start date. \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-california-germany-agrivoltaics-conference-tickets-1286645534429?aff=erelexpmlt \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/3rd-california-germany-agrivoltaics-conference/
CATEGORIES:External
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SUMMARY:ACP Siting & Permitting Conference
DESCRIPTION:Getting projects off the ground is becoming more and more challenging. At ACP’s expanded Siting & Permitting Conference\, previously known as the Siting & Environmental Compliance Conference\, industry leaders\, experts\, and stakeholders convene to collaborate on challenges\, best practices and solutions. \n\n\n\nHyatt Regency Seattle 808 Howell StSeattle\, WAUnited States \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://cleanpower.org/siting-and-permitting/ \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/acp-siting-permitting-conference/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Seattle\, 808 Howell St\, Seattle\, Washington\, 98101
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T220000
DTSTAMP:20260411T071235
CREATED:20250408T184904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T234113Z
UID:7435-1744830000-1744840800@solargrazing.org
SUMMARY:Lamb Jam- Austin\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Join for a ewe-nique lamb-centric experience with local chefs\, friends\, and family! Tickets are $60 each and include all 8 delicious lamb bites\, plus a variety of beverages like beer\, wine\, and cocktails. \n\n\n\nFrom March to September\, the Lamb Jam Happy Hour Tour will make stops in seven of our favorite lamb-loving cities\, creating unforgettable evenings filled with incredible flavors and fun. \n\n\n\nCome support your city’s chefs as they showcase their best lamb creations—and cast your vote for your favorite dish to help send them to the grand finale! \n\n\n\nPlease note: 21+ for these live events. \n\n\n\nAssembly Hall 1121 E 7th StAustin\, TXUnited States \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://americanlamb.com/lamb-jam-2025-austin/  \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/lamb-jam-austin-tx/
LOCATION:Assembly Hall\, 1121 E 7th St\, Austin\, Texas\, 78702
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T235959
DTSTAMP:20260411T071235
CREATED:20250408T191501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T191503Z
UID:7456-1745280000-1745452799@solargrazing.org
SUMMARY:RE+ Southeast
DESCRIPTION:RE+ Southeast brings the region’s clean energy industry together to discuss strategies\, market trends in the southeast\, policy updates that impact businesses\, and numerous networking opportunities to make more connections. \n\n\n\nHighly regarded companies and organizations helped make the 2024 event one to remember! RE+ Southeast  will bring together industry leaders and innovators to share ideas and best practices for expanding the southeast’s solar energy market and to network and do business. The two-day program will feature education sessions focusing on a wide range of topics\, a show floor with many industry leaders and innovators\, and numerous networking opportunities.  \n\n\n\nUnlike other industry events\, all proceeds from RE+ Southeast support the expansion of the clean energy industry through SEIA and SEPA’s year-round research and education activities\, and SEIA’s extensive advocacy efforts. \n\n\n\nGeorgia World Congress Center\, Building C 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NWAtlanta\, GAUnited States \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://seia.org/events/re-southeast/ \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/re-southeast/
LOCATION:Georgia World Congress Center\, Building C\, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW\, Atlanta\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T235959
DTSTAMP:20260411T071235
CREATED:20250408T190637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T190639Z
UID:7448-1745366400-1745452799@solargrazing.org
SUMMARY:EarthX Congress of Congresses for Future Fields: Advancing Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:Bringing together key players from across the entire food system supply chain\, the Future Fields: Advancing Agriculture is on a mission to accelerate the transition to regenerative agriculture to build a more abundant and resilient food system and textiles industry for generations to come. \n\n\n\nEngage with inspiring speakers and impactful projects at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas on April 23\, 2025\, as part of the EarthX Congress of Conferences. Be part of the solution—explore\, learn\, and act for a sustainable future! \n\n\n\nHilton Anatole 1121 E 7th St2201 N Stemmons FwyDallas\, TXUnited States \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://earthx.org/future-fields-advancing-agriculture-2/ \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/earthx-congress-of-congresses-for-future-fields-advancing-agriculture/
LOCATION:Hilton Anatole\, 2201 N Stemmons Fwy\, Dallas\, Texas\, 75207
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T235959
DTSTAMP:20260411T071235
CREATED:20250408T191118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T202701Z
UID:7453-1745798400-1746057599@solargrazing.org
SUMMARY:Virginia Solar Summit
DESCRIPTION:What to expect at the Virginia Solar Summit: \n\n\n\n\nLeading Experts\n\n\n\nStellar Sessions\n\n\n\nSupercharged Networking\n\n\n\nExceptional Connections\n\n\n\nElectric Expo\n\n\n\nJob Forum\n\n\n\nAdvancing Agrivoltaics\n\n\n\nBrightfield Redevelopment\n\n\n\nMobile Tour\n\n\n\n\nRichmond Marriott Downtown 500 E Broad StRichmond\, VAUnited States \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://virginiasolarsummit.com/ \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/virginia-solar-summit/
LOCATION:Richmond Marriott Downtown\, 500 E Broad St\, Richmond\, Virginia
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T071235
CREATED:20250303T222743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T121200Z
UID:7301-1746432000-1746619200@solargrazing.org
SUMMARY:ALB-ASGA Certified Solar Grazing Training Workshop in Texas
DESCRIPTION:The American Solar Grazing Association is excited to announce that the American Lamb Board will be hosting an ASGA Certified Solar Grazing Training for farmers this May in Sulphur Springs\, TX. \n\n\n\nThe workshop is sponsored by Enel North America and the onsite portion of the training will be hosted on their Stampede Solar Site in Hopkins County\, TX from May 5th to 7th. Stampede Solar is a utility scale solar site grazed by JR Howard of Texas Solar Sheep\, an ASGA Advisory Board Member. American Lamb Board’s Camren Maierle will lead the workshop.  \n\n\n\nOver the 3-day training\, participants will learn the solar grazing training standards set by ASGA\, which covers the basic subjects a sheep rancher should be versed in to manage vegetation on a solar site. The workshop includes a live demonstration on a site grazed by solar sheep.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe ASGA Certification Program is part of our ongoing efforts to develop a workforce of qualified solar graziers and help sheep farmers realize the incredible opportunity solar grazing presents. To receive the ASGA Certification\, workshop participants are required to also be ASGA members. Join ASGA here.  \n\n\n\nWe thank Enel North America and their Director of Sustainability Projects and Community Affairs\, Jesse Puckett\, for supporting this workshop and our farmer Certification program! \n\n\n\nLearn more about ASGA’s Certification program here. \n\n\n\nRegister for the workshop here.
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/alb-asga-certified-solar-grazing-training-workshop-in-texas/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T180000
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CREATED:20250430T154522Z
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SUMMARY:ASGA Call 87: Solar Grazing and the Targeted Grazing Handbook
DESCRIPTION:When sheep ranchers manage their flock on solar sites\, they are continuing the rich agricultural history of targeted grazing in the United States and realizing its many established benefits for a new type of client: the solar industry. \n\n\n\n​For this month’s webinar\, we’re tapping into the resources of the wider targeted grazing world by inviting the folks who wrote the book on targeted grazing. Dr. John Walker (Emeritus Professor\, Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension) and Erica Sanko (American Sheep Industry Association) will be presenting ASI’s new handbook\, Targeted Grazing 101: Starting and Sustaining a Grazing Service Enterprise. The handbook teaches practical\, applied skills gathered from interviews with more than three dozen experienced targeted grazers to help aspiring grazers understand what it takes to thrive in the industry. \n\n\n\n​After the presentation\, ASGA Board Members Jonathan Barter and Ryan Indart will discuss how targeted grazing applies to the solar site context. They’ll address what’s similar between traditional targeted grazing operations and solar grazing. Expect to learn about the unique challenges that operating sheep on solar sites presents\, including some of the particularities of serving solar companies and managing vegetation around solar arrays. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nASGA Call 87: Solar Grazing and the Targeted Grazing HandbookMonday\, May 5th at 6:00pm ET \n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nASGA is pleased to have had the opportunity to support the solar grazing aspects of this handbook as part of the publication review team. Lexie Hain (ASGA President\, Lightsource bp) provided her expertise to the publication. JR Howard (ASGA Advisory Board) and Ryan Indart (ASGA Board of Directors) provided case studies to the project\, and a number of ASGA members contributed to the handbook.  \n\n\n\n​Solar graziers and solar owners and operators might want to consider having a copy of this valuable resource on hand. You can purchase a copy of the Targeted Grazing 101 handbook here: https://www.sheepusa.org/product/targeted-grazing-101 \n\n\n\nRegistration here.
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/asga-call-87-solar-grazing-and-the-targeted-grazing-handbook-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T170000
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SUMMARY:ASGA Solar Grazing Management Certification For Solar Industry Professionals - Sulphur Springs\, TX
DESCRIPTION:What to Expect When You’re Expecting Sheep\n\n\n\nThe American Solar Grazing Association’s new Solar Industry Professionals Certification program is a one-day workshop designed for site operations and management teams\, developers\, asset managers\, sustainability teams\, and solar company employees. An in-depth orientation will provide a clear picture of day-to-day life with sheep on site. Workshops will take place on a grazed solar site following classroom instruction. Participants will receive a Level 1 Solar Grazing Management certification from the American Solar Grazing Association (ASGA). \n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for our inaugural workshop in Sulphur Springs\, TX! \n\n\n\n\nDate: May 9th\, 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 8:00am to 5:00pm CT\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\nThe morning session will take place at the Clarion Pointe Hotel in Sulphur Springs\, TX\n\n\n\nThe afternoon session will be an onsite training at Enel North America’s Stampede Solar Site\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat you’ll learn at the training: \n\n\n\n\nBenefits of using sheep \n\n\n\nWhat a grazed site looks like \n\n\n\nSheep safety & welfare \n\n\n\nSheep behavior and terminology \n\n\n\nHow sheep grazing is managed \n\n\n\nPresence of dogs with flocks \n\n\n\nSheep equipment used on site \n\n\n\nSite expectations and communications \n\n\n\nPrinciples for good farmer partnership\n\n\n\n\nDownload the full agenda: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here. \n\n\n\nThank you to our sponsor & host: Enel North America! \n\n\n\nEvents 1
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/asga-solar-grazing-management-certification-for-solar-industry-professionals-sulphur-springs-tx/
CATEGORIES:Solar Firm Trainings
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T235959
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SUMMARY:RE+ Texas
DESCRIPTION:Since its debut in San Antonio\, Texas in 2016\, RE+ Texas has garnered the attention of industry leaders and professionals from all cross-sections of the clean energy industry. Since its inception\, the event has grown to welcome 2\,300+ attendees and 100+ exhibitors and continues to evolve to include industry segments beyond solar\, such as energy storage\, electric vehicle infrastructure\, and more. Venture to the region’s premier event to expand your business\, connect with industry leaders\, and gain the latest trends and policies impacting the Texas market. \n\n\n\nRE+ Texas is your forum for professionals dedicated to the integration of solar\, energy storage\, and additional renewable energy assets like wind energy and electric vehicle infrastructure in the state. \n\n\n\nThis event provides the tools\, experience\, and expertise to enhance innovation\, policy\, regulation\, and business opportunities in the region. \n\n\n\nGeorge R. Brown Convention Center 1001 Avenida De Las AmericasHouston\, TXUnited States \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://seia.org/events/re-texas/ \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/re-texas/
LOCATION:George R. Brown Convention Center\, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas\, Houston\, Texas
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T071235
CREATED:20250509T224455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T224457Z
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SUMMARY:Biodiversity in PV Solar Facilities: A United States & Australian Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Presented by REWI\, this webinar will bring two speakers together – one from the USA\, and from from Australia – to discuss biodiversity-related research in PV solar facilities.  \n\n\n\nModerator:  Josh Ennen\, Senior Scientist\, Renewable Energy Wildlife Institute (REWI) \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nEric Nordberg\, Senior Lecturer – Applied Ecology and Landscape Management – School of Environmental and Rural Science\, University of New England (Australia) \n\n\n\nJ.D. Willson\, Department Vice-Chair and Graduate Studies Coordinator\, University of Arkansas \n\n\n\nRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cC8tvQe1RWCqMEg3vg2Aeg#/registration \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/biodiversity-in-pv-solar-facilities-a-united-states-australian-perspective/
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T235959
DTSTAMP:20260411T071235
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SUMMARY:Harvesting Home
DESCRIPTION:Join the Colorado Agrivoltaic Learning Center for an inspiring day at Jack’s Solar Garden where you can learn about tangible action you can take to support Boulder County’s local food system\, local and state policy initiatives\, and the renewable energy transition.  \n\n\n\nCome meet the local farms and producers that are Boulder County’s food system\, and learn how to get involved with these organizations through volunteer days\, purchasing CSA shares or supporting local farm stands\, and more!  \n\n\n\nSpeak to local and state policy advocates and learn about how to support these initiatives as Boulder County and Colorado residents.  \n\n\n\nDiscuss clean energy\, energy efficiency programs\, and nature-based climate solutions with local organizations and governments. Take a tour of Jack’s Solar Garden and learn about the role of technology in thriving food systems\, and hear about ways you can implement energy efficiencies in your own home.  \n\n\n\nA coffee cart will be available with coffee\, chai and iced tea for purchase.  \n\n\n\nThank you to Longmont Power & Communications\, and Cool Boulder for supporting this event! \n\n\n\nJack’s Solar Garden 8102 N. 95th StLongmont\, COUnited States \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://givebutter.com/Harvesting_Home_2025 \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/harvesting-home/
LOCATION:Jack’s Solar Garden\, 8102 N. 95th St.\, Longmont\, Colorado
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T071235
CREATED:20241217T182149Z
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SUMMARY:CFAR Solar Grazing Workshop: May 2025
DESCRIPTION:This three-day workshop on solar grazing is an innovative approach to sustainable land use that combines renewable energy production with responsible livestock grazing. This unique experience offers a deep dive into the intricacies of solar grazing\, led by experts from White Oak Pastures and solar site owners/managers. Over the course of the workshop\, you will explore various aspects of solar grazing\, from site tours to contract negotiations\, and gain insights into how this practice can be integrated into diverse farm operations. \n\n\n\nCFAR is proud to serve as an ASGA Certified™ solar grazing training provider. Participants who complete the workshop will be recognized as ASGA-Certified™ solar graziers. \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/cfar-solar-grazing-workshop-may-2025
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/cfar-solar-grazing-workshop-may-2025/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T071235
CREATED:20250429T204455Z
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SUMMARY:NDSU and UMN Extension Sheep Solar Grazing Producer Panel
DESCRIPTION:Sheep producers will share their firsthand experiences with grazing sheep under solar panels at the new agrivoltaics webinar series hosted by North Dakota State University Extension and University of Minnesota Extension at 7 p.m. on May 20. Panelists will address logistics\, animal husbandry and business management skills needed to successfully graze solar sites for vegetation management. \n\n\n\nGuest speakers will discuss how the innovative practice of agrivoltaics impacts their operations\, as well as the environmental benefits\, the economic considerations and the practical challenges faced in managing livestock alongside renewable energy infrastructure. \n\n\n\nSheep solar grazing producer panelists include Jodee Nohner\, the grazing coordinator for Minnesota Native Landscapes. Nohner brings a rich heritage of agricultural expertise as a fifth-generation sheep farmer. For the past two years\, Nohner has been a key team member in the grazing division at MNL\, a progressive operation managing 1\,500 hair sheep for solar grazing and restoration projects.  \n\n\n\nOlivia Halbur is the fourth generation to farm on her husband’s family farm in Fond du Lac\, Wisconsin. They recently leased 30 acres of their farm for 5 megawatts of solar energy production so that her family could still farm those acres by grazing the sheep. Halbur manages the vegetation with Texel sheep grazing under the solar panels. \n\n\n\nEvan Gunthorp\, along with his parents\, owns Traditional Grazing Solutions\, a company based in LaGrange\, Indiana. The company offers comprehensive vegetation management with mechanical mowing to supplement their focus on grazing. Currently\, Traditional Grazing manages and owns 900 ewes grazing on 900 acres of solar land. \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/events/ndsu-and-umn-extension-host-agrivoltaics-webinar-series-highlighting-sheep-solar \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/ndsu-and-umn-extension-sheep-solar-grazing-producer-panel/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T210000
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SUMMARY:Lamb Jam- Washington D.C.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a ewe-nique lamb-centric experience with local chefs\, friends\, and family! Tickets are $60 each and include all 8 delicious lamb bites\, plus a variety of beverages like beer\, wine\, and cocktails. \n\n\n\nFrom March to September\, the Lamb Jam Happy Hour Tour will make stops in seven of our favorite lamb-loving cities\, creating unforgettable evenings filled with incredible flavors and fun. \n\n\n\nCome support your city’s chefs as they showcase their best lamb creations—and cast your vote for your favorite dish to help send them to the grand finale! \n\n\n\nPlease note: 21+ for these live events. \n\n\n\nAutoshop 416 Morse St NEWashington\, DCUnited States \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://americanlamb.com/lamb-jam-2025-washington-d-c/ \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/lamb-jam-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:Autoshop\, 416 Morse St NE\, Washington\, D.C.\, 20002
CATEGORIES:External
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SUMMARY:Answering the Energy & Agriculture Emergencies in Farming Communities Pt 1
DESCRIPTION:Join the Solar Farm Summit community on Zoom or YouTube June 4 at 11AM ET for a preview of the incredibly robust program the 2025 Solar Farm Summit\, the details about the student Dual-Use Design Competition and 2025 North American Agrivoltaics Awards finalists and voting process\, and start digging into the foundational forces driving the dual-use development renaissance forward in the first of a short summer webinar series featuring our very own Executive Producer\, and global macro strategist\, Dan French! \n\n\n\nA “new” solar renaissance is starting to add-value to agriculture and harvest compelling results around the world in revolutionary dual-use developments known as “agrivoltaics\,” or solar farms able to be agriculturally productive while simultaneously producing electricity and thereby eliminating present land use tradeoffs. A French vineyard in Tressere this fall\, for example\, harvested +60% more chardonnay grapes of better quality with less irrigation in its solar tracking trellis–consistent with similar recent results achieving more and better quality grapes under solar panels in Italy. \n\n\n\nBeyond clean and local electricity\, solar can do more. A lot more. When developed with agriculture or conservation in mind\, solar can do things otherwise hard or impossible to achieve. Solar can save farms\, start farms\, diversify production\, preserve and protect land\, create habitat and enhance biodiversity\, and revitalize rural communities. It already is\, here and there\, but agrivoltaics is ready to scale to new heights of productivity. \n\n\n\nWith record growth in energy demand that is forecast to endure for a generation\, America is going to need all the power it can get. And with rural America and farming communities still facing steep structural disadvantages\, the need for broad investment and a virtuous cycle of sustained growth remains acute.  \n\n\n\nCan agrivoltaics match the problems plaguing farms and farming communities with the opportunities that the solar investment tsunami could offer? What will it take to cultivate the agrivoltaics opportunity in fields far and wide\, effectively double the harvest\, and reap the full potential of this rare stack of homegrown benefits? And can the a cornucopia of electrical and agricultural performance of these dual-use systems be harnessed to cultivate another order of local economic development opportunity entirely. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this free webinar June 4 at 11AM ET for the first in a short summer series exploring these questions and surveying the incredible breakthroughs being achieved in the nexus of agriculture and energy in these agrivoltaics and ecovoltaics enabled solar farms! \n\n\n\nTo learn more or register for the 2025 Solar Farm Summit\, please visit: https://solarfarmsummit.com/ \n\n\n\nRegister: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/answering-the-energy-agriculture-emergencies-in-farming-communities-pt-1-tickets-1367565779059 \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/answering-the-energy-agriculture-emergencies-in-farming-communities-pt-1/
CATEGORIES:External
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SUMMARY:Grazing for Profit Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Livestock producers and pasture managers are invited to attend an upcoming “Grazing for Profit” workshop taking place Saturday\, June 7\, 2025\, from 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at LC Ranch in Union City\, Pennsylvania. Registration check-in for the event will begin at 8:30 a.m. \n\n\n\nThis day-long event offers a unique opportunity for producers to learn practical strategies in small ruminant and pasture management while networking with fellow farmers and industry professionals. Hosted by Leon Gehman of LC Ranch\, the event highlights real-world management applications on a working Katahdin sheep farm. \n\n\n\nThe event will include sessions on pasture fertility\, small ruminant management inputs\, identifying and incorporating unconventional pasture plants\, and rotational grazing planning. A special focus will also be placed on managing internal parasites through tools such as FAMACHA scoring and fecal egg count testing. Details on how to get FAMACHA certified will also be discussed\, and attendees will have an opportunity to practice FAMACHA scoring\, a requirement for FAMACHA certification. \n\n\n\nRegistration is now open. Adult tickets are $30\, children (ages 8–18) are $15\, and groups of four or more can register at a discounted rate of $80 until May 30th. After May 30\, registration increases to $40 for adults and $20 for children; those under 8 attend free. \n\n\n\nLC RanchUnion City\, PAUnited States \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://extension.psu.edu/grazing-for-profit-field-day-to-be-held-in-union-city-pa \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/grazing-for-profit-field-day/
CATEGORIES:External
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SUMMARY:ALB-ASGA Certified Solar Grazing Training Workshop in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:The American Solar Grazing Association is excited to announce that the American Lamb Board will be hosting an ASGA Certified Solar Grazing Training for farmers this June in Kankakee\, IL. \n\n\n\nThe workshop is sponsored by Pivot Energy and the onsite portion of the training will be hosted on their solar site in Kankakee\, IL from June 11th to 13th.  \n\n\n\nOver the 3-day training\, participants will learn the solar grazing training standards set by ASGA\, which covers the basic subjects a sheep rancher should be versed in to manage vegetation on a solar site. The workshop includes a live demonstration on a site grazed by solar sheep.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTopics covered at the workshop include: \n\n\n\n\nVegetation Management Objectives and Strategies\n\n\n\nSeeding and Forage\n\n\n\nSheep Management and Handling\n\n\n\nSheep Nutrition\n\n\n\nWorking with Site Infrastructure to Accommodate Sheep\n\n\n\nContracts\n\n\n\nBudgets and Start-up Costs\n\n\n\nInsurance\n\n\n\nSignage and Public Interaction\n\n\n\nSolar Site Production Basics\n\n\n\nWorking with the Solar Company\n\n\n\nSafety on Solar Site\n\n\n\nRegulatory and Taxation Issues\n\n\n\nTimelines and Checklists\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe ASGA Certification Program is part of our ongoing efforts to develop a workforce of qualified solar graziers and help sheep farmers realize the incredible opportunity solar grazing presents. To receive the ASGA Certification\, workshop participants are required to also be ASGA members. Join ASGA here.  \n\n\n\nWe thank Pivot Energy and Angela Burke\, Director of Operations and Maintenance at Pivot\, for supporting this workshop and our farmer Certification program! \n\n\n\nLearn more about ASGA’s Certification program here. \n\n\n\nRegister for the workshop here. \n\n\n\nThank you to our sponsor! \n\n\n\nEvents 2\n\n\n\nPivot Energy is a renewable energy provider and independent power producer that develops\, finances\, builds\, owns\, and manages solar and energy storage projects. Pivot leverages its renewable expertise to provide a range of unique offerings that accelerate the energy transition by helping companies and communities attain impactful decarbonization. Pivot is a US-based Certified B-Corporation that proudly follows a corporate strategy aimed at providing a positive impact on society as measured by Environmental stewardship\, Social leadership\, and responsible Governance factors. Pivot Energy is an ECP portfolio company. Learn more about our land stewardship approaches at https://www.pivotenergy.net/landowners
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/alb-asga-certified-solar-grazing-training-workshop-in-illinois/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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SUMMARY:Iowa State University Agrivoltaics Open House
DESCRIPTION:Iowa State University\, has initiated a public-private partnership with Alliant Energy on the design and construction of the The Alliant Energy Solar Farm at Iowa State University where they explore growing crops within and around photovoltaic (PV) panels to quantify the benefits of agrivoltaic practices. At this site they explore a subset of agricultural activities most amenable to the unique environment of a solar farm\, and develop best practices for economic and environmentally sustainable production practices conducted within solar farms designed for mega-watt scale production. This partnership allows them to estimate the impact of agricultural practices around PV panels on the microclimate and subsequent PV efficiency. They will measure these potential impacts while also analyzing the multiple economic costs and values to developers\, utilities\, farmers and rural communities affecting agrivoltaic development in the Midwest. They have assembled a multi-disciplinary team\, in cooperation with public and private entities\, to address the intersecting needs of various stakeholders including but not limited to: PV developers and utilities with contracts for PV\, landowners\, and farmers interested in agrivoltaics. This DOE funded project will determine if and under what conditions agrivoltaic practices in the Midwest can benefit local food production systems and what resources are needed to assist multiple stakeholders. \n\n\n\nIowa State University is offering a 2025 Open House Series to visit the Alliant Energy Solar Farm. \n\n\n\nAlliant Energy Solar Farm 52166 260th StAmes\, IAUnited States \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://agrivoltaics.research.iastate.edu/ \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/iowa-state-university-agrivoltaics-open-house-2/
CATEGORIES:External
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SUMMARY:Colorado Wool Growers Association 2025 Convention
DESCRIPTION:The 97th Colorado Wool Growers Association Convention will be held July 16-17th in Montrose\, Colorado.  \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://www.coloradosheep.org/convention-2024 \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page
URL:https://solargrazing.org/event/colorado-wool-growers-association-2025-convention/
CATEGORIES:External
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