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Learn about a range of topics, from dairy grazing to poultry processing, developing infrastructure to diversifying operations, adding habitat to reducing inputs and more.
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Michael and Courtney Gutschenritter, along with their three small children, own and operate Three Brothers Farm in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. The 100-acre farm is a conservation-focused, planted entirely in perennials. The Gutschenritters produce pasture-raised eggs from 2,800 laying hens; grass-fed lamb; wool blankets and sheepskins from their flock of 120 Shetland sheep; and custom-graze 25 of their neighbor’s bred dairy heifers. They sell their eggs in local grocery stores and direct-market their lamb and wool products. They also make and sell innovative farm manuals, including their sliding fence system for their chickens, which allows them to move their coops and electric netting without handling. Join Michael and Courtney to learn how they bring a conservation mindset to establishing, managing and marketing their multi-species grazing operation
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Storm Lake, IASetting Up a Multi-Species Grazing Operation
1087 W 34109 Mapleton Rd. | Oconomowoc, WI 53066Grundy County Workshop: Biologicals, the Hot Topic
308 4th St. | Grundy Center, IA 50638Farm Family Meet-Up
Textile Brewery | 146 2nd St NE Dyersville, IAPractical Farmers of Iowa works to equip farmers to build resilient farms and communities. Our values include: welcoming everyone; farmers leading the exchange of experience and knowledge; curiosity, creativity, collaboration and community; resilient farms now and for future generations; and stewardship of land and resources. Our programs are guided by the interests and priorities of our members.
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