Description: Carl Poss, a 5th generation rancher, speaks about his family’s ranch and rich history on the land and his decision to transition the ranch to certified organic for organic beef production. Special guest, Pat Guptill, a South Dakota 2013 Leopold Conservation Award Recipient has managed Guptill Ranch for the past 30 years under organic and regenerative principles and speaks to what he has learned over the years to help with a successful transition.

Published: Sept 29, 2025

Video: Poss Ranch

This program has been funded under a Conservation Collaboration Cooperative Agreement NR246740XXXXC008 between the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and South Dakota Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA), to promote sustainable agriculture practices and environmental stewardship. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA or NRCS.