Resources
Requirements for Selling Food to Retail in South Dakota, SDSU Extension
Requirements for Food Entrepreneurs Selling Food in South Dakota, SDSU Extension
Roadside Stands, SDSU Extension
South Dakota Retailers Association
SDRA is an active and highly-respected statewide trade organization that represents the interests of South Dakota businesses who sell retail products and services.
Latest SDSPA Videos & Resources
Reports: Market Survey Results
Buyer Evaluation Survey Summary (Sept., 2024) Summary of responses to SD Specialty Producers Association’s 2024 Buyer Evaluation. Buyer Evaluation Survey Flier (July, 2024) Brief summary of responses to SD Specialty Producers Association’s 2024 Buyer Evaluation. Value Added Production Facility in Central South Dakota, SDSPA Results of 2023
Video: Facebook Ads 101
Presenter: Kim VanderPoel, Fresh Impact Social Marketing Description: Learn about using Facebook ads for business. VanderPoel shares about the creation and use of Facebook ads, gives demonstrations, and shares content creation tips & ideas specific to cut flower businesses. Other discussion topics included the social media algorithm,
Video: Marketing for Retail Agriculture
Presenters: Eric Barrett and Rob Leeds, The Ohio State University Description: This session discusses the keys to successful booth merchandising for vendors and elements of a successful marketing plan that incorporates all five senses. Recorded: Feb. 4, 2021 This segment was supported by the Specialty Crop Block
Video: Marketing for the New Normal
Presenters: Martha Sullins, Colorado State University Extension Description: Overview of market trends and buyer expectations to help you discover where to find your most profitable sales channels (Farmers Market, CSA, etc) and decide where to put your time and energy for 2021. Recorded: Feb. 25, 2021 This segment
For a complete listing of SDSPA videos, publications, podcasts and recommended resources visit our Resource Library.
Upcoming Events
2025 South Dakota Crunch Off Ends
The South Dakota Crunch Off is an annual statewide event celebrating local produce and farm-to-school by crunching into any South Dakota-grown fruit or vegetable. Anyone can participate. South Dakota Crunch Off events may occur anytime from September 15 to October 31. Learn More.
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,
A Celebration of Local Food with Marcela Salas
A Celebration of local food pop up dinner series featuring delicious day of local food. Join Chef Marcela Salas along with Chef T.R. Fuentes Mckenzie as they prepare a 5 course meal for you using local ingredients. From fresh produce to homemade goodies, there’s something for everyone
Visit SDSPA’s Event Calendar to see all upcoming trainings, tours and other events.
Fresher is Fun! Retail Project
The campaign materials were made available in Sept. 2024 for retailers as well as producers to encourage customers to fill their cart with an array of fresh and exciting food choices that also support South Dakota farmers. Campaign tools can be personalizes with your own logos, web links, and text. Access the resource here:
Fresher is Fun! ToolkitRetailer News
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SDSPA Newsletter- October 2025
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Country Apple Orchard’s Fittest on the Farm Event
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SDSPA Seeking Organic Regenerative Events Coordinator & Grant Reporter
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Mazing Acres One of 36 Farms Across North America Paying Tribute to Lainey Wilson with Corn Maze
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Producers Invited to Regenerative Organic Network Event
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Specialty Crop Business Development Webinars Scheduled for September
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SDSPA Newsletter- September 2025
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Specialty Producers Featured at 2025 S.D. State Fair
