Organic Transition Initiative: Regenerative Agriculture Pathways Program
South Dakota Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA) has entered into a Conservation Collaborative Cooperative Agreement (CCCA) with NRCS to promote regenerative organic practices (ROP) within the state. This initiative, known as the Organic Transition Initiative – Regenerative Agriculture Pathway Program (OTI-RAPP).
S.D. Specialty Producers Association aims to equip producers with the knowledge and skills to adopt organic regenerative agricultural practices. Our technical advisor provides hands- on technical assistance, educational programs and resources to help producers implement regenerative organic practices. Our Organic Operators Chapter benefits from industry leader experience and networking.
SDSPA Support:
- Office hours for technical assistance via phone or email
- On-site technical advising during scheduled site visits
- Technical Guides & Resource Guide publications
- Field Days
- Webinars
- Monthly Organic Operator Meetings with guest
- presenters & networking
- Outreach & training events around the state
- Organic Regenerative learning track at the Upper Midwest Urban & Rural Ag Innovation (UMURAI) Conference
SDSPA Resources:
- SDSPA Organic Website
- Facebook Page
- Organic Operator’s Facebook Group
- Instagram Page
- YouTube Channel:
Program Contact:
Angela K. Jackson, Organic Ag Transition Advisor
605-624-1966
Program Flier - OTI RAPP