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SUMMARY:Women on the Range
DESCRIPTION:Grazing workshop – Learn about grazing ecology and management with host Shannon Carmichael sponsored by SDSU Extension.  Registration opens April 15\, 2024. Cost is $175/person.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/women-on-the-range/
LOCATION:Wedge Tent Ranch\, Faith\, SD
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T080000
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SUMMARY:Transition to Organic Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join eOrganic and the Organic Farming Research Foundation for a webinar on June 26\, 2024: Developing Organic Crop Budgets for Producers Moving to Organic Production\, presented by Dr. Gregg Ibendahl of Kansas State University. The webinar is free and open to the public and takes place at 11AM Pacific\, 12PM Mountain\, 1PM Central and 2PM Pacific Time. Advance registration is required.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/transition-to-organic-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,Partner Webinars
LOCATION:https://oregonstate.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_m7ctt0LlTEahFRjrb8HSIw
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T223219Z
UID:10000107-1712498400-1712505600@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:In Defense of Biology
DESCRIPTION:Do we need sophisticated tech and chemistry to grow our food today\, or should we rely on age-old practices that embrace ecology and human wisdom? The current struggle between these two visions for our future is seen in the EU’s Farm To Fork proposal and the USDA’s submission to Big Ag. While the pesticide industry doubles down on false promises of higher yields and food security to nations that embrace their yet unproven Green Revolution\, organic farmers point to the longtime success they’ve found building organic matter in soils and limiting pest and disease pressure by advancing biodiversity. Our USDA may not be interested in organic methods\, but the rest of the world is listening and shaping their climate-friendly policies around these poison-free practices. How can we reshape our food system to restore our democracy? \nThere is a General Admission Ticket for $60\, A farmer and student ticket for $30 and scholarships available by application. 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/in-defense-of-biology/
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040357
CREATED:20231218T182806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T222834Z
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SUMMARY:OGRAIN Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:2023 OGRAIN Organic Grain Conference will be held Friday\, February 2 through Saturday\, February 3rd with an optional Regenerative Organic Event Thursday\, February 1st. UW-Madison’s OGRAIN program provides resources and support for new\, transitioning\, and experienced organic grain farmers throughout the upper Midwest. \nFarmers interested in organic row-crop production and those interested in food-grade grain production should plan to attend the eighth annual conference. Attendees will have eighteen workshop sessions available for a variety of topics from equipment to dry beans\, including a roundtable and happy hour session. Similar to last year\, we are partnering with the Artisan Grain Collaborative to have specific sessions dedicated to food-grade grain processing\, handling\, and cultivating.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/ograin-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Monona Terrace 1 John Nolen Dr\, 1 John Nolen Dr\, Madison\, WI
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T170000
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CREATED:20231211T214724Z
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SUMMARY:North Dakota Grazing Lands Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Annual Meeting & Winter Conference \nJanuary 16-17\, 2024 \nClarion Hotel Convention Center – Minot\, ND
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/north-dakota-grazing-lands-coalition/
LOCATION:Clarion Hotel Convention Center\, 2200 E Burdick Expy\, Minot\, ND\, 58701
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T100000
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CREATED:20231211T213944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T214206Z
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SUMMARY:Cereal Innovators Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join Northern Crop Institute Wednesday\, December 13th at 9:00am (CST) for our “Cereal Innovators” webinar series! This interactive webinar series focuses on new and unique ways to use cereal grains. Topics throughout the series include new processes\, useful information on milling and baking\, equipment information\, and uses for cereal grains grown in MN\, MT\, ND\, and SD. A new speaker will be featured each month. \nThis month will feature Glenn Roberts\, Founder of Anson Mills\, he will be talking about “Growing with the Grain.” \nSo\, mark your calendars! You won’t want to miss this webinar!
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/cereal-innovators-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,Partner Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040357
CREATED:20231103T212631Z
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SUMMARY:So You're Thinking about Going Organic - by David Vetter
DESCRIPTION:Join Pioneer organic farmer\, David Vetter for a presentation for anyone who has thought about going organic\, is in the process of converting to organic\, or is part of a newly transitioned and fully certified organic farm. This program will focus on thinking about and preparing for transitioning to organic. In order for us to address as many questions as possible\, participants are encouraged to submit questions ahead of time.  \nClick this image for more information and to register for this event.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/so-youre-thinking-about-going-organic-by-david-vetter/
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,TOPP Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231127T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040357
CREATED:20231031T031458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T031528Z
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SUMMARY:Iowa Organic Conference
DESCRIPTION:The country’s largest university-sponsored organic conference will return Nov. 27 at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. The conference is a joint effort between Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and the University of Iowa and will feature producers and experts from across the country sharing tips for transitioning into organic production and methods to enhance organic operations. Registration is $100 through Nov. 10 and $120 after that date. Conference registration is available online at https://www.regcytes.extension.iastate.edu/iowaorganic/.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/iowa-organic-conference/
LOCATION:University of Iowa Memorial Union\, 125 North Madison Street\, Iowa City\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,NPSAS Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T000000
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CREATED:20231016T220558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T220558Z
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SUMMARY:Pitchfork & Hoe
DESCRIPTION:The Pitchfork and Hoe Gathering will hold their 6th annual event this fall on October 27-28\, 2023\, at the Eagle’s Club in Valley City\, ND. Their mission statement is ‘to encourage and celebrate our rural way of life.’ They pledge to provide education\, interactive workshops\, vendors\, product displays\, share the journey of homesteading and\, of course\, fun and fellowship above all. This event is also combined with the Bluegrass Festival. Register at the door for $35/family for both days or $25/person for both days.  Daily cost is 25/day per family or $15/day per individual. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/pitchfork-hoe/
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,NPSAS Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040357
CREATED:20230926T152106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T152106Z
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SUMMARY:20 Years of Renewing the Countryside
DESCRIPTION:When: \nSaturday\, October 14\, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.  \nWhere: \nAnderson Center at Tower View \n163 Tower View Dr.\nRed Wing\, MN 55066 \nWhat’s in store? \n\n\nWhat’s in store: \n\nFarm-to-table small plates from Judy Krohn\, formerly of Harbor View Cafe\, and our own Brett Olson\, registered foodie\nLibations\, featuring local wine\, beer\, cider\, and cocktails from Tattersall Distilling (served by head distiller Bentley\nGames! Wine bottle ring toss\, corn-on-the-cob darts\, and more\nA silent auction…including the three experiences below: 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/20-years-of-renewing-the-countryside/
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,NPSAS Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040357
CREATED:20230917T043301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230917T043301Z
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SUMMARY:Hemp Erosion Control Field Day
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) for a free Hemp Erosion Control Field Day and product demonstration at the MnROAD Research Facility in Monticello\, MN. \nTechnical session topics include hemp incorporation into erosion prevention materials\, steps and processes for installing hemp-based materials at MnROAD\, research on functional longevity for erosion prevention products and more. \nAGENDA \n10:00-11:30 A.M. \nHemp Incorporation into Erosion Control Prevention \nMaterials Technical Sessions \n11:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M. \nField Observation and Discussion \n12:30-2:00 P.M. \nFeedback and Additional Discussion (optional) \nThis event is part of a collaboration by AURI\, MNDOT and the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA). \n*Funding for this project was provided by the Minnesota Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund as recommended by the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCCMR). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/hemp-erosion-control-field-day/
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T193000
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CREATED:20230914T213542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T213542Z
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SUMMARY:High Tunnel Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about building high tunnels and managing specialty crop production in these unique structures. SDSU Extension and Beadle Conservation District will host a High Tunnel Field Day on Thursday\, September 21 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. CDT in  Huron\, SD (1174 Lincoln Ave SW\, Huron\, SD). The event is for current and beginning farmers\, technical service providers\, gardeners\, and anyone who would like to learn more about high tunnels.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/high-tunnel-field-day/
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040357
CREATED:20230914T212932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T212932Z
UID:10000093-1695024000-1697216400@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:South Dakota Crunch Off
DESCRIPTION: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. Simply create a crunch team\, source locally grown fruits or vegetables\, crunch into them with your team\, and post a photo or video crunching to social media with #SoDakCrunch. Register your teams’ crunches (either before or after your event) to count towards the South Dakota total. \nThe South Dakota Crunch Off will run September 18-October 13th. This fun\, annual event promotes nutrition education and healthy eating while supporting local agriculture. \nOrganize your group (such as a community group\, club\, or friends and family)\, source local produce (such as from a community garden\, personal garden\, or farmers market)\, and bite into the local fruit or vegetable together for a photo. \nRegister your crunches\, download supplemental materials (trivia\, crunch crown craft\, bingo\, word search\, crosswords\, lesson plans\, and a photo sign)\, and learn more on SDSU Extension’s S.D. Crunch Off page.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/south-dakota-crunch-off/
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="South Dakota Extension Nutrition":MAILTO:Anna.Tvedt@sdstate.edu
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