Conservation & Phosphorus Research Update Event


Join us for pizza at Buzz’s Bar and Grill! Hear from the regional Ag Water Quality Outreach Specialist on new phosphorus research from the UW and what it can say about prioritizing conservation practices for the West Central region. Learn about local on-farm research relating to phosphorus and runoff. Also, meet watershed group farmers and local extension and conservation staff.

November 9, 2026

6:00 – 7:00pm

Buzz’s Bar & Grill, Mondovi

(152 S. Eau Claire Street)

Topics & Speakers

Tom Brenner, leader of the Farmers 4 Health watershed group – introductions and background

Sheri Schwert, Extension Ag Water Quality Outreach Specialist – phosphorus stratification soil testing, best conservation practices based on Snap Plus data

Cale Severson, County Conservationist – 9 key elements plan, conservation initiatives in Buffalo County

Grace Finnerty, Extension Regional Crops and Soils Educator – gathering your input on programing for the coming year

Open social time

Registration Deadline – November 5th

There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested by November 5th to ensure adequate materials and accommodations. To register, please visit your county extension office, call 608-418-3262 or register online.

For more information contact:

Grace Finnerty

Regional Crops Educator – Buffalo, Trempealeau, & Jackson Counties

University of Wisconsin – Madison Division of Extension

gfinnerty@wisc.edu

(608) 418-3262