Guide to Organic Transition with Regenerative Practices in South Dakota
Description: Transitioning to organic and regenerative agriculture is both a journey of stewardship and an opportunity to access new markets. Whether you are a conventional producer beginning the three-year organic transition, an organic farmer seeking to strengthen your soil health with regenerative practices, or a regenerative farmer adding organic certification, the steps outlined here provide a roadmap. By integrating the voluntary USDA National Organic Program (NOP) standards with Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) EQIP conservation practices, producers can build resilient cropping systems with a side benefit of providing an on-ramp to accessing additional claims for their products, potentially bringing additional price premiums. This guide offers practical steps to help you align your operation with certification requirements while enhancing the ecological and economic vitality of your farm.
Published: Sept. 29, 2025
Guide: Organic Regenerative PracticesThis publication 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.