The Data-Intensive Farm Management (DFIM) Tool uses precision agriculture technology to design on-farm precision experiments, enabling farmers to increase profits by making data-driven management decisions. As part of a Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG), DFIM was enhanced to allow the tool to store, manage, and process raw field-trial data; analyze results; and generate reports on site-specific input management which can be executed with a single click. The presentation will cover how use of difm.farm could dramatically improve various Adaptive Management and Precision Management scenarios in NRCS Conservation Practice Standards 329 Residue and Tillage Management- No Till, 340 Cover Crops, 345 Residue and Tillage Management-Reduced Till, and 590 Nutrient Management, generating far more useful data at far lower costs to crop producers and taxpayers.
Welcome To The Webinar Portal
Through this webinar portal, you can stay up-to-date with the latest research and industry practices in forestry, conservation, agriculture, bioenergy, climate change and natural resources. Most of our timely and informative webinars are free to view and provide the opportunity to earn continuing education credits from professional accrediting organizations such as Certified Crop Advisors, Society of American Foresters, International Society of Arboriculture, The Wildlife Society, and others. You can receive continuing education credits for select live and on-demand webinars, which makes leaning and refreshing your knowledge from your desktop or mobile device fast, economical, and easy.
The webinar portal is a service of Southern Regional Extension Forestry in partnership with North Carolina State University's Extension Forest Resources, Texas AgriLife Extension Service, other participating land-grant universities, the USDA, the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, ant the USDA Forest Service.
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Conservation of Natural Resources Webinars
| 04/30/2026 | On-Farm Precision Experimentation with the Data-Intensive Farm Management (DFIM) Tool |
On-Farm Precision Experimentation with the Data-Intensive Farm Management (DFIM) Tool
When: Apr 30, 2026 1:30 pm Eastern Sponsored By: USDA-NRCS |
| 05/06/2026 | National IDIQ Contract for A&E Services |
National IDIQ Contract for A&E Services
When: May 6, 2026 2:00 pm Eastern Sponsored By: USDA-NRCS The objective of the webinar is to explain the purpose and limitations of the National IDIQ for A&E Services, identify stakeholder roles and responsibilities, explain the process of placing a task order, and provide guidance on administering task orders. Participants will better understand the current IDIQ functions, requirements, and typical implementation procedures for the issuance of a task. |
| 05/12/2026 | Evaluation of Environmental and Economic Benefits of Dairy Manure Treatment Technologies |
Evaluation of Environmental and Economic Benefits of Dairy Manure Treatment Technologies
When: May 12, 2026 1:30 pm Eastern Sponsored By: USDA-NRCS Through a Natural Resources Conservation Service Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG), Newtrient evaluated 15 manure management technologies used in dairy systems. The project applied a modified version of an NRCS evaluation approach aligned with Conservation Practice Standard 629, Waste Treatment. Evaluation periods ranged from 15 to 52 weeks, depending on the technology. Newtrient collaborated with colleges and universities across the country to collect samples and develop detailed evaluation reports. These assessments focused on how each technology influenced nutrient levels—specifically nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium—across different waste streams. In addition to environmental performance, the project also examined economic factors, including implementation costs and potential returns. Each technology was documented in a comprehensive evaluation report using the established Newtrient protocol based on the modified NRCS framework. Because several of the technologies involved manure separation, the project also produced a supplemental white paper comparing three separation technologies and exploring their potential applications. All reports and project materials are publicly available on the Newtrient website at https://www.newtrient.com/about/our-work/grant-funded-projects/2020-nrcs-conservation-innovation-grant/
Photo by Newtrient Bedding Recovery Unit |
| 05/21/2026 | Livestock 101: Aquaculture |
Livestock 101: Aquaculture
When: May 21, 2026 1:00 pm Eastern Sponsored By: USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Aquaculture basics presented by field-based, farmer-serving university and producer-organization partners for NRCS staff to better support aquaculture producers. This session will covers aquatic animal nutrition and health, hatchery and farm management, water quality control, and system design. |
| 06/10/2026 | Aeration Systems for Maintaining Pumpable Manure in Deep Pits for Dairy and Beef |
Aeration Systems for Maintaining Pumpable Manure in Deep Pits for Dairy and Beef
When: Jun 10, 2026 2:00 pm Eastern Sponsored By: USDA, Natural Resources Conservation service This webinar will provide an in depth look at aeration technologies used to maintain pumpable manure in deep pits beneath dairy and beef slatted floor facilities. The session will cover the motivation behind adopting aeration systems, including challenges with agitation, high solids manure, hydrogen sulfide risks, and confined space safety concerns. Drawing from New York installations and ongoing Cornell PRO DAIRY research, the presentation will discuss system design considerations, operational lessons learned, impacts on manure handling logistics, and observed improvements in barn air quality. Practical guidance, common pitfalls, and resources for further learning will be included to support NRCS engineers working with producers considering these systems.
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| 06/26/2026 | Livestock 101: Cervids (Elk and Deer) and Camelids (Llama and Alpaca) |
Livestock 101: Cervids (Elk and Deer) and Camelids (Llama and Alpaca)
When: Jun 26, 2026 1:00 pm Eastern Sponsored By: USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Livestock production basics presented by field-based, farmer-serving university and producer-organization partners for NRCS staff to better support livestock producers. This session will covers cervid and camelid nutrition and body condition, reproduction, health and biosecurity, animal and waste facilities, management and handling practices. |
Forestry and Natural Resources Webinars
| 04/29/2026 | Reading the Leaves: Common Hardwood Tree Diseases with Foliar Symptoms |
Reading the Leaves: Common Hardwood Tree Diseases with Foliar Symptoms
When: Apr 29, 2026 1:00 pm Eastern Sponsored By: SREF Dr. Ellen Crocker (Associate Professor – University of Kentucky) will cover the biology and management of some hardwood tree diseases with foliar symptoms. Bacterial leaf scorch - John Hartman, University of Kentucky, bugwood.org Hardwood tree species are widely distributed across the southeastern United States and provide significant economic and ecological benefits. Hardwood forests support wildlife habitat, contribute to food resources, nutrient cycling, offer recreational opportunities, and supply valuable timber. However, many hardwood species are susceptible to diseases that produce symptomatic leaves such as bacterial leaf scorch, anthracnose, and others that can reduce aesthetic value and overall tree health. Accurate identification of these diseases is essential for effective management. In this webinar, Dr. Ellen Crocker will discuss the biology, symptoms, impacts, and management strategies for several common hardwood tree diseases with foliar symptoms. |
| 05/28/2026 | The Key to High-Performing Teams |
The Key to High-Performing Teams
When: May 28, 2026 2:00 pm Eastern Sponsored By: The Association of Natural Resource Extension Professionals Discover how successful teams rely on flexible collaboration and ingenuity to overcome adversity, and the essential element to help your team win! While these sessions will take place on Microsoft Teams, no account is needed to participate. |
| 08/11/2026 | Leading through Mentorship: Coaching Skills that Build Capacity in Extension |
Leading through Mentorship: Coaching Skills that Build Capacity in Extension
When: Aug 11, 2026 1:30 pm Eastern Sponsored By: The Association of Natural Resource Extension Professionals Effective mentorship is a leadership skill that strengthens people, programs, and organizations. This webinar explores practical coaching and mentoring strategies Extension professionals can use to support colleagues, develop confidence, and build long-term capacity. Participants will reflect on their mentoring approach and leave with tools they can apply immediately in real-world Extension settings. While these sessions will take place on Microsoft Teams, no account is needed to participate. |
| 09/24/2026 | Developing Effective Listening Skills |
Developing Effective Listening Skills
When: Sep 24, 2026 12:00 pm Eastern Sponsored By: The Association of Natural Resource Extension Professionals This workshop on active listening gives participants practical tools to notice, interpret, and respond to others with greater clarity. It also guides them in applying these skills to strengthen communication, trust, and collaboration in both personal relationships and professional environments. While these sessions will take place on Microsoft Teams, no account is needed to participate. |
| 10/06/2026 | Conflict Prevention and Management: Sources of Conflict |
Conflict Prevention and Management: Sources of Conflict
When: Oct 6, 2026 12:00 pm Eastern Sponsored By: The Association of Natural Resource Extension Professionals This session will explore multiple sources of conflict and identify tools to prevent or management conflict that arises from these sources. While these sessions will take place on Microsoft Teams, no account is needed to participate. |
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Webinars from Collaborating Organizations:
These webinars, not hosted on the Webinar Portal, represent related training and educational opportunities that meet the objectives of the Webinar Portal.
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| Various Dates | Archived Forestry Videos at ForestryVideos.net |
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