Diverse Solutions in Livestock Production
@ S3 Legacy Ranch in Luling, TX | Friday April 18th
Join us for a hands-on workshop addressing key challenges faced by producers and exploring innovative solutions for “growing forward.”
Learn about the many amazing conservation and remediation practices that have been put in place at S3 Legacy Ranch that enhance production while protecting the environment.
The day will feature a farm tour and educator-led discussions.
WORKSHOP TOPICS INCLUDE:
Site remediation for contaminants such as oil
Water availability and access
Land conservation and easements
Erosion prevention and soil health
Cover cropping for sustainable farming
The role of birds in agro-ecosystems
Funding opportunities in agriculture
This workshop is hosted at S3 Legacy Ranch, a 200+ acre family farm in Caldwell County with cattle, sheep, goats, chickens and rabbits.
Cost: $20 / Lunch Provided
This event is open to everyone — farmers, ranchers, gardeners, landowners and agricultural enthusiasts alike! It is made possible through funding from USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and is held in collaboration with the National Audubon Society.
REGISTER HERE for ‘Diverse Solutions In Livestock Production’
INSTRUCTORS:
Dr. Ken Mix is the Program director of The Small Producer Initiative at Texas State University and currently teaches entomology, soil health, and crop production, with active research on small producer needs, soil, and water resources. He is a former vegetable producer and currently runs SKM Homestead, a small livestock and mixed produce 50-acre farm in Fentress, Texas.
National Audubon Society employs science, advocacy, education, and conservation efforts to protect birds and their habitats. Their Conservation Ranching Program assists farmers and ranchers in promoting biodiversity and improving ecosystem functions through sustainable grazing practices.
Deydra Steans is a a fifth-generation Texas farmer and rancher at S3 Legacy Ranch, a historic family farm in Caldwell County. As the owner of Black Gold Resourcing LLC, Deydra is dedicated to providing education and resources to marginalized agricultural producers nationwide. She is also the founder of multiple sustainable agriculture initiatives and one of the first Black women in Texas to establish a B Corporation.