Annual High Plains No-Till Conference

The Annual High Plains No-Till Conference serves as a vital gathering for conservation and no-till farmers across the High Plains region of the United States. Hosted in Burlington, Colorado, this conference is a significant event for those engaged in sustainable agricultural practices, particularly focusing on soil health management systems. The event is organized by the Colorado Conservation Tillage Association (CCTA), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting soil health across Colorado, Kansas, and Nebraska through collaboration among farmers, industry professionals, and academic experts.The conference features prominent keynote speakers, including John Kempf, Erin Martin, and Don Day Jr., who share their insights on regenerative farming practices and innovative approaches to sustainable agriculture. Attendees can look forward to more than 40 educational sessions that explore a variety of topics, including soil health, no-till farming techniques, regenerative grazing, and effective farm business management strategies. The event attracts a diverse audience of over 450 participants, including farmers, ranchers, students, and agricultural professionals, fostering a rich environment for knowledge exchange and networking. The conference is part of the Farmers Advancing Regenerative Management Systems (FARMS) project, which is funded by the USDA-NRCS and aims to enhance the adoption of soil health management practices among producers in the region.