SDSPA Collecting “Take 5 for Feedback” on Education Topics

SDSPA Collecting “Take 5 for Feedback” on Education Topics

SDSPA Collecting “Take 5 for Feedback” on Education Topics SDSPA and NRCS are working together to form resources that support producers in the building of a sustainable local food system  The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and South Dakota Specialty Crop Association (SDSPA)

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SDSPA Conducting Survey of Businesses and Institutional Buyers

SDSPA Conducting Survey of Businesses and Institutional Buyers

SDSPA Conducting Survey of Businesses and Institutional Buyers S.D. Specialty Producers Association is collecting responses on our buyer evaluation survey. The purpose of this survey is to gauge interest of businesses and institutions across the state in regards to purchasing specialty crops, value added products, and local

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SDSPA Contractor Feature: Dr. Angela Jackson

SDSPA Contractor Feature: Dr. Angela Jackson

SDSPA Contractor Feature Dr. Angela Jackson is the new SDSPA USDA Transitioning to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) contractor for the Plains Region serving South Dakota. In her role, she will be advising and supporting transitioning producers across the state through organic farming education, technical assistance, and outreach

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SDSPA Contractor Feature: Kjersten Oudman

SDSPA Contractor Feature: Kjersten Oudman

SDSPA Contractor Feature Kjersten Oudman is working as a consultant for SDSPA specifically with the North Central Regional Food Business Center grant, which seeks to build resilience in the local food chain. Kjersten will act as a liaison between South Dakota producers, value-added businesses, and SDSPA to

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SDSPA Educational Webinar Opportunities

SDSPA Educational Webinar Opportunities

SDSPA Educational Webinar Opportunities We are thrilled to announce that the S.D. Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA) is launching an exciting new initiative to support and empower producers like yourself. The live recordings started in June. SDSPA is hosting weekly producer training webinars via Facebook Live, aimed at

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SDSPA Launches Mentorship Program to Support New Producers

SDSPA Launches Mentorship Program to Support New Producers

SDSPA Launches Mentorship Program to Support New Producers The SDSPA Mentorship group connects new and beginning producers with experienced producers and other statewide resources for production, processing, business management, and more. In February the SDSPA Mentorship program will host virtual sessions on a variety of topics including

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