S.D Farmers Market Coalition Meeting- March 2023
OnlineThe S.D. Farmers Market Coalition meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 9 A.M. MT/10 A.M. CT. Kevin Dunham from Black Hills Cultivation and Supplies will present on using hydroponics for vegetable production. This sub-chapter of the S.D. Specialty Producers Association, includes market managers, board members and vendors.
2023 SDSPA Annual Meeting & Education Event
Drifters Bar & Grille 325 Hustan Avenue, Ft. Pierre, SDNew & returning members are encouraged to attend this event, which will include our annual meeting and educational programs Network with producers, consumers & local food supporters from across the state Get caught up on relevant policy & agency updates, and learn how you can utilize available
Upper Midwest Urban and Rural Ag Innovation Conference
Drifters Bar & Grille 325 Hustan Avenue, Ft. Pierre, SDJoin S.D. Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for a two day, multi-state conference focused on producer education and small production operations, March 21-22, 2023 at Drifters Conference Center in Ft. Pierre, S.D. The Upper Midwest Urban and Rural Ag Innovation Conference
SDSPA Flower Producer Member Meetup- March 2023
OnlineSDSPA is hosting an online flower producer meetup for members on Thurs., March 23rd at noon CT/11 a.m. MT via Zoom. This event is to allow flower growers to meet others in the state and develop connections. Discussion will include tour & education possibilities. Come with your
S.D Farmers Market Coalition Meeting- April 2023
OnlineThe S.D. Farmers Market Coalition meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 9 A.M. MT/10 A.M. CT. This sub-chapter of the S.D. Specialty Producers Association, includes market managers, board members and vendors. Hosted by the SDFMC leadership, SDSU Extension and SDSPA. The meeting will focus on
SDSPA Flower Producer Member Meetup- April 2023
OnlineSDSPA is hosting an online flower producer meetup for members on Thurs., April 27th at noon CT/11 a.m. MT via Zoom. For the Zoom link or if you have questions contact Laura Kahler, SDSPA Event Coordinator.
Farm to School Regional Gatherings
Sift Consulting is leading a strategic planning process for South Dakota Farm to School. Sift is hosting regional gatherings across the state in Watertown, Yankton, Pierre, and Rapid City. These half-day gatherings aim to engage a diverse array of stakeholders – from farmers to food service directors,
MarketLink Webinar: How to Accept SNAP/EBT Cards at Your Farm
OnlineWhitney Butler will be sharing information on how the MarketLink grant program can help you accept SNAP/EBT cards at your farm. She'll be covering the basics of SNAP (formerly known as the Food Stamp Program), the potential benefits to your farm & community, and all the free
Webinar: South Dakota Commercial Kitchens
OnlineDo you have an interest in starting a commercial kitchen on your farm or in your community, but unsure where to start? Join us on Thurs., May 11, 2023 at 1 pm MT/ 2 pm CT for a one hour webinar zoom with a panel of representatives
SD Farmers Market Coalition Meeting- May 2023
OnlineThe S.D. Farmers Market Coalition meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 8 A.M. MT/9 A.M. CT. This sub-chapter of the S.D. Specialty Producers Association, includes market managers, board members and vendors. Hosted by the SDFMC leadership, SDSU Extension and SDSPA. We will hear from Kristine