Non-SDSPA
FSA and AMS Listening Session: Beginning Farmer and Rancher Covid-19 Impact
OnlineOn Thursday, May 6 from 12:30-2:30 pm CST, FSA and AMS will be hosting a virtual listening session with beginning farmers and ranchers to hear how Covid-19 has impacted their farming operations—from market disruptions to supply chain issues. Beginning farmers and ranchers are invited to share their
2021 National Agriculture in the Classroom Conference
Iowa Event Center 730 3rd Stree, Des Moines, Iowa, United StatesEducators from around the country will learn how to use agricultural concepts to teach reading, writing, math, science, social studies, and more at the National Agriculture in the Classroom (NAITC) Conference “Fields of Dreams” to be held in person and virtually June 29-July 1, at the Iowa
AgrAbility Regional Training Event
Billings Hotel & Convension Center 1223 Mullowney Lane, Billings, MT, United StatesBillings Hotel and Convention Center, 1223 Mullowney Lane Billings, MT Cost- $120 for all 3 days Session descriptions and link to Register Here The first 2 days of presentations will focus on farm stress and mental health, working with tribal nations and veterans, adaptive tools and technology,
ENERGIZE! Exploring Innovative Rural Communities Conference 2021
Milbank, SDSDSU Extension will host a conference August 11-12, 2021 about rural communities held in a rural community in the Milbank community. Keynote: Amanda Brinkman, creator, producer, host of the hit series “Small Business Revolution – Main Street.” Breakout Sessions Uptown Revitalization Funding Community Projects Community Engagement Supporting

Clay Co. Fair: Local Fare at the Fair
Clay Co. Fairgrounds Vermillion, SD, United StatesLocal Fare at the Fair Clay County Fair in Vermillion offers the local farmers market a happy hour to showcase local foods. This year's event is Thurs., Aug. 12, from 4:30-6pm.

Recipe to Reality Seminar
The Food Processing Center Lincoln, NebraskaThe University of Nebraska Food Processing Center is offering a one-day seminar for all individuals interested in exploring the idea of starting a food manufacturing business. Please encourage interested individuals in your community to attend the “Recipe to Reality” seminar. Pre-registration is required and space is limited.

Postponed- 2021 Lakota Food Summit
Rushmore Plaze 444 N Mt Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, SD 57701UPDATE! The Lakota Food Summit scheduled for Aug 24-26, 2021 has now been postponed to a safer date. The rescheduled date is to be determined. ******* Tickets are on sale for the Second Annual Lakota Food Summit! The conference is focused on food sovereignty, local foods, traditional
Keya Wakpala Gardens Farm Tour
Mission, SDOur goal is to make connections by increasing our outreach to the SD Farmer Network and other food-based organizations across the region. The morning session, 10 am-noon, will consist of a farm tour and a working session activity (TBA). 1–4 pm will be our open house/tour. We
2021 International Workshop on Agritourism
INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP ON AGRITOURISM POSTPONED TO AUGUST 31 – SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 Rescheduled: The 2020 International Workshop on Agritourism (IWA) will be held October 27-29 in Burlington, Vermont. The University of Vermont Extension local host committee is working on developing an exciting program for participants which will include
