Resources
Selling Juice in South Dakota, SDSU Extension
Direct Marketing of Fruit and Processed Fruit Products by Growers & Food Processors at Farmers Markets Within S.D., SDSU Extension
Cider Making, Cornell Cooperative Extension
Information on breweries, distilleries and wineries
SDSPA Fruit & Vegetable Growers
SDSPA’s statewide group for fruit and vegetable producers to network, share questions, learn, and promote the industry.
Latest SDSPA Videos & Resources
Description: During the Sept. 2025 SDSPA Fruit and Vegetable Growers meeting Grace Freeman from Prairie Moon Herbs in Vermillion, S.D. shared her experience and knowledge about growing and drying herbs. During the recorded discussion Grace shares about different herb markets, drying methods, and a variety of value
Description: This video is a recording from the SD Farmers Market Coalition’s meeting on Sept. 17, 2025. John Osburn with the South Dakota Department of Health shared about cottage food laws including what is covered, applicable sales, more about the required online training, temporary food vendors, product
Presenter: Chris Patton, President of the Midwest Elderberry Cooperative Description: Chris Patton shared with the SDSPA Mentorship group about the Midwest Elderberry Cooperative, elderberry production, and challenges producers face. Chris also discusses the current elderberry market and how small producers can increase their scale of production. Published:
Presenter: Curtis Braun, SDSU Field Extension Food Safety Specialist Description: On Sept. 18, 2024 the S.D. Specialty Producers Farmers Market Coalition heard from SDSU Field Extension Food Safety Specialist Curtis Braun about canning directions and cottage laws. During his presentation Curtis shared about changes to the cottage
For a complete listing of SDSPA videos, publications, podcasts and recommended resources visit our Resource Library.
Upcoming Events
SDSPA Upcoming Events
South Dakota Specialty Producers Association coordinates educational events through on-farm tours, conferences, workshops and online webinars with topics directed by member input. Visit our events calendar for a full listing of events on topics such as business development, specialty crop production, urban agriculture, organic and regenerative organic,
