SDSPA Organic Operators Meeting- July 2024
OnlineThe SDSPA Organic Operators Chapter meets the second Wednesday of each month at 3 pm CST. Join for networking with other certified organic, transitioning, or interested producers, for connecting with processors and buyers, for educational training, and to discuss in person events. During this month's meeting the
Fresher is Fun: Meet Your Farmer Event
Join us July 10th at the Sioux Falls Food Co-op from 4-7 pm to ‘Meet Your Farmer’ and celebrate fresh South Dakota grown vegetables! Guests will meet area farmers and Co-op board members, enjoy veggie painting and a build your own kabob bar, and more! The Co-op
‘Transition to Organic’ Office Hours (Week of July 8)
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. Unavailable July 8 & 10 Thursdays |
Mushroom Festival 2024 at Bear Butte Gardens
Bear Butte Gardens 20445 South Dakota 79 Sturgis, SD 57785
‘Transition to Organic’ Office Hours (Week of July 15)
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 Central Wednesdays |
S.D. Local Foods Coalition Meeting- July 2024
OnlineThe S.D. Local Foods Coalition meets on the third Tuesday of every odd-numbered month, via Zoom. The next meeting is Tues., July 16th from 2-3:30 PM Central Time. The Coalition is working to promote resilient, equitable local food systems, and food sovereignty for all. Made up of partnering
Organic Academy Road Show in South Dakota
Madison, SDFIELD DAY & TRAINING: Join Fellow Farmers for a great field day and conversation at St. Peter on the Prairie in Madison, SD. Included with field day, there’s also have a 1.5-day training for those farmers who are new to or interested in transitioning land to organic
SD Farmers Market Coalition Meeting- July 2024
OnlineJoin us for the next S.D. Farmers Market Coalition meeting. The Coalition meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 9 A.M. Central / 8 A.M. Mountain. Email SDSPA for the meeting link. Membership is required to participate. This sub-chapter of the S.D. Specialty Producers Association, includes market
Webinar: Innovative Approaches to Specialty Production: Harnessing Drip Irrigation Systems
OnlineDrip irrigation is a micro-irrigation system designed to conserve water and nutrients by delivering water gradually to the roots of plants. This can be done from above the soil surface or from below. The primary aim is to apply water directly to the root zone, thereby reducing
‘Transition to Organic’ Office Hours (Week of July 22)
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 Central Wednesdays |