ONE MONTH AWAY! Don’t miss the Upper Midwest Urban & Rural Agriculture Innovation Conference (UMURAI) 2025
The 2025 Upper Midwest Urban & Rural Agriculture Innovation Conference (UMURAI) is an annual conference focused on exploring the unique challenges and opportunities facing farmers, ranchers and producers in both urban and rural settings across WY, NE, SD, ND and MN. Make sure you register today – attend one or two days of the conference to ensure you can get a headstart on next year’s growing season.
We have two dynamic keynote speakers:
- Benjamin Fahrer with Top Leaf Farms will speak on incorporating regenerative agriculture into any farm system
- Erika Tebbens with Taste the Local Difference will talk about how to promote your brand on a budget and why branding is important for everyone.
Both have a wealth of knowledge and expertise to share around local food systems and engaging consumers!
The event features 4 dedicated tracks filled with valuable resources for your operation, including one day dedicated to Regenerative Organic Practices, and another day devoted to Business Development, Urban Agriculture, and Advanced Practices for Producers. We are lining up two days of great speakers – check out our growing agenda and learn how to optimize your operation!
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We still have a few vendor spots if you want an opportunity to highlight your business and network with other growers! Click here for information on registering as a vendor.
We also have sponsorship opportunities – partner with us and get visibility for your business or organization at the conference! For more information reach out to Alicia at sdspa.umurai@gmail.com.
This conference is hosted by the South Dakota Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA) in partnership with Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to provide curated educational sessions on innovative agricultural practices for enthusiasts, producers, and farmers.