Ranchers Stewardship Alliance Kicks Off Free Rural Resilience Webinar Series

The Ranchers Stewardship Alliance (RSA) is proud to announce the fifth annual Rural Resilience Webinar Series, a free educational program designed to help ranchers and rural residents grow their financial, ecological, and social resilience. This four-part series, held via Zoom on the fourth Thursday of each month from January to April, provides expert insights, actionable strategies, and an opportunity to connect with others who are passionate about the future of ranching and rural communities.

Webinar Schedule:

• Thursday, January 23 – Grass Growth Via Goat

Learn how to manage weeds and stimulate native grass growth with goats!

Presenter: Lani Malmberg, Goat Green LLC

• Thursday, February 27 – Vermicast 101

Learn how ranchers are utilizing earthworms to improve their soils.

Presenters: Kendall Morgan, Winnett ACES & Guest Ranchers

• Thursday, March 27 – Cashing in on Your Cash Crop

What value-added programs actually add value when marketing calves?

Presenter: Jessica Sperber, University of Nebraska – Lincoln

• Thursday, April 24 – Managing Risk for Ranching

Get the ins and outs of pasture, rangeland, and forage (PRF) insurance.

Presenters: Brad Beck & McKay Erickson, Redd Summit

Each webinar runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Mountain Time, featuring a 60-minute presentation followed by a 30-minute Q&A, where participants can engage directly with the presenters.

“We’re thrilled to offer this space for meaningful conversations and practical takeaways,” said RSA Education Program Manager Mary Oxarart.

Pre-registration is required, and participants will receive the Zoom link upon registering. For more information or to register, visit http://www.RanchStewards.org/events.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow alongside others dedicated to resilient ranching!