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Current Projects and Programs
Join us for a two-day, practical workshop designed for farmers and graziers of all experience levels to make the most of their land through adaptive grazing. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your system, this farmer-focused event will give you practical tools, techniques, and connections to take your grazing operation to the next level. This isn't just a class—it's your gateway to ongoing, one-on-one on-farm support that continues well beyond the classroom. Grazing School offers an unbeatable combination of expert instruction, hands-on experience, and extended technical assistance tailored to your land.
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New Jersey farmers are invited to attend an upcoming two-day Grazing School on Feb. 7th and 21st, 2026 (snow date: Feb. 28th), held at Duke Farms in Hillsborough. Hosted by North Jersey RC&D's Regenerative Farm Network, this practical and hands-on program offers strategies to improve pasture productivity, resilience, and farm profitability through better grazing and pasture management. The Grazing School is designed for both beginning and experienced graziers of all livestock species. Participants will learn from grazing specialists and experienced farmers who will share proven techniques for building soil health, growing great forages, extending grazing seasons, and ultimately reducing feed costs and raising thriving animals. The school is open to graziers of all livestock species, including those managing cattle, sheep, goats and mixed-species systems.
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When you attend Grazing School, you're not just learning for two days—you're joining a network of support and technical assistance from North Jersey RC&D that continues as you implement changes on your farm.​
What You'll Learn:
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Principles and practices of adaptive grazing
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Planning and assessing forage supply and stocking rates
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Strategies to improve pasture plant growth and resilience
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Pasture species selection and establishment
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Infrastructure context and design, including fencing and water systems
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Record-keeping, mapping and assessment tools for long-term success
Every Participant Will Receive:
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A complimentary copy of The Art and Science of Grazing by Sarah Flack
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Funding to assist with soil testing on your land
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Support to develop your own Farm Grazing Plan
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2 practical workshops
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2 evening follow-up remote sessions for follow-up learning
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2 On-Farm Field Days for in-field learning (dates still to be set, attendance highly encouraged)
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Up to 3 years of technical assistance—we’ll walk your pastures with you, complete annual Pasture Condition Scores, talk on grazing rotations, and troubleshoot challenges together
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Access to North Jersey RC&D's fencing reference library trailer
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Priority consideration for RC&D AgAssist Cost-share opportunities
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A $200 stipend for historically underserved farmers, including beginning farmers (<10 years experience), who successfully complete the school
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Program Cost:
$50 per participant (includes meals during in-person events, materials, and book)
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Who Should Apply
The Grazing School is open to farmers and graziers in New Jersey who:
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Can attend all sessions (in-person and virtual)
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Ideally already have livestock and available land (Priority given to graziers within RC&D 7-County area of Hunterdon, Mercer, Morris, Somerset, Sussex, Warren, and Union Counties)
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Have pasture available for Pasture Condition Scores
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Please Note: Space is limited. North Jersey RC&D will review all applications to ensure participants meet eligibility requirements. All applicants will be notified after review.
Our Partners
Grazing School, hosted by North Jersey RC&D's Regenerative Farm Network, is made possible through a grant from Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education (NE SARE) and with contributions from Duke Farms.
This material is based upon work supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, through the Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program under subaward number LNE25-492. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.