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Free Grazing Field Day planned for August at Marian University-Plymouth Campus

Sunday, July 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM

By Kathy Bottorff

Farmers, landowners, and agriculture enthusiasts are invited to a free Large Ruminant Grazing Field Day on Monday, August 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Marian University-Plymouth Campus, located at 20097 9B Road in Plymouth.

The event is a collaborative effort by Marshall County Purdue Extension, Marian University-Plymouth, the Conservation Cropping Systems Initiative, and the Marshall County Soil and Water Conservation District.

Attendees can look forward to a full day of educational sessions covering Grazing System Basics, Rotational and Adaptive Grazing, Soil Health and Forage Management, and Economics and Real-World Grazing Examples. Following the classroom sessions, there will be a panel discussion and a pasture walk on the campus. Lunch will be provided.

There is no cost to attend, but registration is required by August 10. To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/August-11-Grazing-Workshop or call the Marshall County Purdue Extension Office at 574-935-8545.

Those requiring an interpreter, special accommodations, or who have dietary restrictions are asked to contact Brieanna Slonaker no later than July 27 at brieanna@purdue.edu or 574-935-8545. Individuals under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.