S.D. Local Foods Coalition Meeting- Sept. 2024
OnlineThe S.D. Local Foods Coalition meets on the third Tuesday of every odd-numbered month, via Zoom. The next meeting is Tues., Sept 17th 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
SD Farmers Market Coalition Meeting- September 2024
OnlineJoin us for the next S.D. Farmers Market Coalition meeting. The Coalition meets quarterly on the 3rd Wednesday at 9 A.M. Central / 8 A.M. Mountain. This month’s topic is 'Canning & Cottage Laws' presented by Curtis Braun, SDSU Extension Food Safety Field Specialist. Email SDSPA for the
Field Day: Maintaining Organic Integrity In Seed Grain Cleaning & Handling
Dakota's Best Seed 36656 SD-44, Platte, SD 57369Join SDSPA and TOPP Plains region for an insightful learning experience at Dakota’s Best Seed facility, where we will explore the critical practices and protocols necessary to maintain organic integrity throughout all the steps in seed grain processing and handling. This event is perfect for transitioning organic
‘Urban Ag’ Office Hours (Week of Sept. 24th)
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
‘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