Workshop: How to Build a High Tunnel: A Hands-on Experience- Day 1
Brookings, SDJoin SDSU Extension Horticulture specialists, SDSU Facilities and Services staff, and South Dakota farmer experts to gain hands-on experience while building a 30’ x 96’ gothic-style double-poly high tunnel on the SDSU campus in Brookings, South Dakota. This four-day workshop will take place on May 7, 8,
Workshop: How to Build a High Tunnel: A Hands-on Experience- Day 2
Brookings, SDJoin SDSU Extension Horticulture specialists, SDSU Facilities and Services staff, and South Dakota farmer experts to gain hands-on experience while building a 30’ x 96’ gothic-style double-poly high tunnel on the SDSU campus in Brookings, South Dakota. This four-day workshop will take place on May 7, 8,
SDSPA Organic Producer Meeting- May 2024
OnlineThe SDSPA Organic Producers 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. Participation- Zoom Link
Workshop: How to Build a High Tunnel: A Hands-on Experience- Day 3
Brookings, SDJoin SDSU Extension Horticulture specialists, SDSU Facilities and Services staff, and South Dakota farmer experts to gain hands-on experience while building a 30’ x 96’ gothic-style double-poly high tunnel on the SDSU campus in Brookings, South Dakota. This four-day workshop will take place on May 7, 8,
SD Farmers Market Coalition Meeting- May 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. The meeting on May 15th will feature Geb Bastian who will speak about how markets can get involved in Dakota
Workshop: How to Build a High Tunnel: A Hands-on Experience- Day 4
Brookings, SDJoin SDSU Extension Horticulture specialists, SDSU Facilities and Services staff, and South Dakota farmer experts to gain hands-on experience while building a 30’ x 96’ gothic-style double-poly high tunnel on the SDSU campus in Brookings, South Dakota. This four-day workshop will take place on May 7, 8,
2024 Garden Discovery Festival
McCrory Gardens 631 22nd Ave., Brookings, SD 57006This event is hosted by McCrory Gardens in partnership with SDSU Extension. Highlights will include the SDSU Native Plant Initiative Sale, and the Brookings Area Master Gardener Plant Sale, educational presentations, and educational booths focused on garden/urban agriculture resources and education. SDSPA member, SoDak Greens, will be
‘Transition to Organic’ Office Hours (Week of May 20)
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- May 2024
OnlineThe S.D. Local Foods Coalition meets on the third Tuesday of every odd-numbered month, via Zoom. The next meeting is Tues., May 21st 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
SDSPA Webinar: Permaculture: Harmonious & Resilient Environments
OnlineThe next producer webinar in the Learn with SDSPA series is about incorporating permaculture practices with our featured guest Robin Buterbaugh, SDSU Extension Horticulture Field Specialist. Permaculture, short for "permanent agriculture" or "permanent culture," is a design system that seeks to create sustainable human habitats by mimicking