Organic
‘Organic Regenerative’ Office Hours (Week of Feb. 3rd)
Producers and resources providers needing technical assistance with organic regenerative agriculture production are invited to contact SDSPA. During office hour Dr. Angela K. Jackson, SDSPA’s Organic Ag Advisor, is available via phone at 605-624-1966 or email to assist with your questions. Tuesday | 8-9 AM | 12-1
Upper Midwest Urban & Rural Ag Innovation Conference (UMURAI) 2025
Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center 1500 Shoreline Drive Oacoma, SD 57365Feb. 6-7, 2025 Cedar Shore Resort & Conference Center, Oacoma, SD S.D. Specialty Producers Association and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) host this two day, multi-state conference focused on producer education and small to mid-sized production operations. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or just starting
‘Transition to Organic’ Office Hours (Week of Feb. 10th)
Producers and handlers needing technical assistance with transitioning to organic production are invited to contact SDSPA. During office hour Dr. Angela Jackson, SDSPA’s Organic Ag Transition Advisor, is available via phone at 605-624-1966 or email to assist with your questions. Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays | 12-1 PM,
‘Organic Regenerative’ Office Hours (Week of Feb. 10th)
Producers and resources providers needing technical assistance with organic regenerative agriculture production are invited to contact SDSPA. During office hour Dr. Angela K. Jackson, SDSPA’s Organic Ag Advisor, is available via phone at 605-624-1966 or email to assist with your questions. Tuesdays & Fridays | 8-9 AM
Webinar: Organic Red Meat Processing
OnlineExplore the essential components of organic red meat processing tailored for those interested in entering the certified organic meat market. Gain insights into USDA National Organic Program (NOP) regulations and learn how to maintain compliance and sustainability. Led by an experienced organic meat processor and certification expert,
SDSPA Organic Operators Meeting- Feb. 2025
OnlineThe next SDSPA Organic Operators meeting is Feb. 12th at 3 pm CT via Zoom. Tim Baalman, President of Central Plains Organic Association (CPOA), leads a farmer-owned cooperative based in Kansas, expanding into South Dakota. As an organic farmer in Northwest Kansas, Tim, navigates unique challenges like
Webinar: Developing a Land Management and Conservation Plan
OnlineJoin Dr. Angela K. Jackson (SD) and Kevin Fulton (NE), experienced farmers and educators in regenerative organic practices, for an engaging webinar on developing a comprehensive land management plan. This session will explore how to integrate key conservation practices such as grazing management, invasive species control, biodiversity
‘Transition to Organic’ Office Hours (Week of Feb. 17th)
Producers and handlers needing technical assistance with transitioning to organic production are invited to contact SDSPA. During office hour Dr. Angela Jackson, SDSPA’s Organic Ag Transition Advisor, is available via phone at 605-624-1966 or email to assist with your questions. Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays | 12-1 PM,
‘Organic Regenerative’ Office Hours (Week of Feb. 17th)
Producers and resources providers needing technical assistance with organic regenerative agriculture production are invited to contact SDSPA. During office hour Dr. Angela K. Jackson, SDSPA’s Organic Ag Advisor, is available via phone at 605-624-1966 or email to assist with your questions. Tuesdays & Fridays | 8-9 AM
‘Transition to Organic’ Office Hours (Week of Feb. 24th)
Producers and handlers needing technical assistance with transitioning to organic production are invited to contact SDSPA. During office hour Dr. Angela Jackson, SDSPA’s Organic Ag Transition Advisor, is available via phone at 605-624-1966 or email to assist with your questions. Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays | 12-1 PM,