The University of Wisconsin–Madison will host its upcoming Organic Agriculture Research Field Day on August 18. This free event runs from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Arlington Agricultural Research Station, located at N633 Hopkins Road near Arlington, Wisconsin. During the program, researchers will share innovative management practices and field-tested insights.
The university’s Organic Grain Resource and Information Network (OGRAIN) organizes this annual field day. The schedule features tours and talks about the latest organic grain and forage research. Specifically, attendees will discover ways to reduce tillage in corn and soybeans. Experts will also discuss biocontrol agents that manage white mold. In addition, presenters will share on-farm soil health studies. Finally, the team will highlight ecological intensification practices like adding cover crops and integrating livestock.
The organizers provide lunch, so they request registration for an accurate food count. You can sign up online through the 
OGRAIN Registration Portal. If you have any questions, please contact Kristina Crapp at [email protected].
This event welcomes everyone. Because the university values inclusion and access, staff work hard to accommodate all participants. Please email your specific accommodation requests to [email protected] or [email protected]. Ensure you send this email two weeks before the event so staff can support your needs.
The USDA’s Transition to Organic Partnership Program funded this field day.
The Arlington Agricultural Research Station spans more than 2,000 acres across Columbia and Dane Counties. It serves as the flagship facility for the university’s Agricultural Research Station system. Currently, crop research projects focus on agronomic crops, bioenergy crops, and pest control. Scientists also study precision ag technologies and vegetable crops. Notably, the station manages 84 acres of certified organic land. Furthermore, the facility hosts livestock research on dairy, beef, sheep, and swine.
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