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‘Transition to Organic’ Office Hours (Week of Sept. 25th)
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 | 8-9 AM, 12-1 PM, 5-6
SDSPA Flower Growers Member Meetup- September 2024
OnlineThe SDSPA Cut Flower Growers are hosting an online flower producer meetup for members on Wed., Sept. 25th at noon CT/11 a.m. MT via Zoom. For the Zoom link or if you have questions contact Morgan, SDSPA Event & Project Coordinator, at sdspecialtyproducers@gmail.com.
Tour: A Closer Look at No Chemical Systems for Wholesale Grape Production
Lewis and Clark Lake Vineyard Yankton, SD, United StatesThe tour will include an overview of the operation, a field walk, and more on growing techniques used to produce high quality grapes for wholesale. In addition to the tour there will be time to learn more about aggregation and wholesale opportunities in the area. Greg and
‘Transition to Organic’ Office Hours (Week of Sept. 30th)
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 emailto assist with your questions. Mondays | 8-9 AM, 12-1 PM, 5-6 PM
‘Urban Ag’ Office Hours (Week of Oct. 1st)
NRCS staff and specialty producers are welcome to contact the SDSPA Urban Agriculture Liaison, Malisa Niles, with questions, or advice on specialty production at 605-933-1282. Questions or research topics may be submitted anytime by email at sdspa.urbanag@gmail.com. Tuesday | 9 AM- 1 PM Central Thursday | 9
Field Day: Marketing the Whole Crop Rotation & Organic Dinner
Albrecht’s Angel Honey Farm & Winery 20054 Hwy 37N, Huron, SDField Day at Albrecht’s Angel Honey Farm & Winery in Huron, SD. This event will discuss key topics on organic crop rotations essential for transitioning organic farmers. The event begins with a discussion on crop rotations, focusing on strategies for farmers transitioning to organic practices. Experts will
Webinar: Understanding Approved Materials for Use in Organic Crop and Livestock Production
OnlineThis 65 minute webinar provides an overview of the process for determining the use of materials approved for use in crop and livestock production under the USDA National Organic Program (NOP). Participants will gain a clear understanding of the regulatory requirements, including how to identify and use
‘Transition to Organic’ Office Hours (Week of Oct 7th)
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 | 8-9 AM, 12-1 PM, 5-6 PM
‘Urban Ag’ Office Hours (Week of Oct. 8th)
NRCS staff and specialty producers are welcome to contact the SDSPA Urban Agriculture Liaison, Malisa Niles, with questions, or advice on specialty production at 605-933-1282. Questions or research topics may be submitted anytime by email at sdspa.urbanag@gmail.com. Tuesday | 9 AM- 1 PM Central *Unavailable Oct. 10th.
SDSPA Organic Operators Meeting- Oct. 2024
OnlineThe SDSPA Organic Operators Chapter meets the second Wednesday of each month at 3 pm CST. The next SDSPA Organic Operators meeting will take place Oct. 9th at 3 pm CDT via Zoom. The chapter will hear from Gail Gullickson, SD Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Outreach