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SUMMARY:Marketing Organic Row Crops Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Albrecht’s Angel Honey Farm & Winery in Huron\, SD\, is hosting a field day for organic farmers  on Tuesday\, October 1st\, from 2-6 PM CDT. The event will focus on marketing organic row crop rotations\, the cultivation of aronia berries and grapes\, and the potential for high-value market opportunities in wine and juice production. The day will conclude with networking and an organic buffalo taco bar meal. \n\nMaximize Your Organic Farm’s Profitability: A Guide to Crop Rotation and Marketing \nJoin the S.D. Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA) for a free workshop designed to help organic farmers optimize their operations. Learn how to: \n\nBalance short-term and long-term profitability: Discover the best crop sequences to align with market demand and boost overall farm productivity.\nTailor crop rotations to your local environment: Maximize your land’s potential by understanding the unique characteristics of your region.\nOptimize production and marketability: Gain insights into strategies for enhancing both yield and market appeal.\nNavigate the organic marketplace: Benefit from expert advice on positioning and selling organic crops\, including identifying niche markets\, branding\, and building strong buyer relationships.\n\nThis workshop is perfect for transitioning organic farmers\, processors\, buyers\, and agricultural professionals. Don’t miss out! Pre-register by September 23rd. \nThis event is supported by the USDA Transitioning to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP).
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/marketing-organic-row-crops-field-day/
LOCATION:Albrecht’s Angel Honey Farm & Winery\, 20054 South Dakota 37\, Huron\, SD\, 57350\, United States
CATEGORIES:NPSAS Partner Event,Summer Field Day,TOPP Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T080000
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SUMMARY:Farm Innovation Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join NPSAS and other great organic\, regenerative\, and sustainable ag professionals at the 2024 Farm Innovation Expo.  \n*Event WILL go on\, rain or shine.  \nThe Farm Innovation Expo is the largest event of it’s kind for Organic Farmers anywhere in the United States and Canada. \nJoin hundreds of like minded\, serious Row Crop Farmers and Brands from Across the U.S and Canada for a day of: \n\nIn field equipment demos\nOrganic market updates\nExhibitor interaction\n400+ Serious Row Crop Farmers from North America\n\nThe Organic Farm Innovation Expo will take place in Cokato\, Minnesota on August 15th\, 2024. Registration begins at 7:00 am and demos begin at promptly at 8:00 am. Lunch from Famous Dave’s is included with your registration. See what drew 453 other vendors to this event in 2023.  Find out more and register here.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/farm-innovation-expo/
LOCATION:SD
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,NPSAS Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Transitioning to Organic Vegetable Production
DESCRIPTION: South Dakota Specialty Producers Association is hosting an on the Bear Butte Farm in Sturgis with a discussion regarding effective weed management in organic vegetable production that involves a combination of cultural\, mechanical\, biological\, and manual practices. Cover crops play a crucial role by competing with weeds\, improving soil health\, and providing a physical barrier to weed growth\, making them an essential component of an integrated weed management strategy. 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/transitioning-to-organic-vegetable-production/
LOCATION:Bear Butte Farm\, 20445 South Dakota 79\, Sturgis\, SD\, 57785\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,NPSAS Partner Event,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231126T140000
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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
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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/
LOCATION:SD
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,NPSAS Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000
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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/
LOCATION:SD
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