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SUMMARY:Organic Academy Road Show - North Dakota
DESCRIPTION:Organic Academy Road Show – North Dakota \nFIELD DAY & TRAINING: Join Fellow Farmers for a great field day and conversation at NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center. Included with the field day\, there’s also have a 1.5-day training for those farmers who are new to or interested in transitioning land to organic farming and/or ranching practices. A $200 stipend is available to offset travel costs for farmers & ranchers transitioning who attend. JOIN North Central Region SARE\, National Center for Appropriate Technology – NCAT\, and Northern Plains Sustainable Ag. To learn more click link. \nOrganic Academy Roadshow ND 2024\n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/organic-academy-road-show-north-dakota/
LOCATION:NDSU Carrington Research Center\, Carrington\, ND
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,Summer Field Day
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SUMMARY:USDA TOPP Transition to Organic Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the transition to organic farming journey along with conservation tips at this can’t miss field day. This UDSA Transition to Organic Partnership event is co-sponsored by ACRES USA & NPSAS to give farmers in the area hands-on demonstrations and up-close views of organic and sustainable agriculture practices.  Couple that with the ability to network and hear how other farmers have made the transition to organic farming practices makes this a MUST ATTEND event for anyone who is interested in improving their farm operation and/or considering a transition to farm in a more environmentally friendly way. \nThis free event has participants spending the morning learning and lunch at Menoken Farm beginning at 8:00 am.  After lunch the field day will migrate to Dockter Organics for a tour of this organic farm operation\, presentations\, and Q & A with organic farmer\, Thane Dockter\, both locations are near Menoken\, ND. The final portion of the day will take place with a presentation from Jonathon Moser\, an organic farmer at Forager Farm.  Participants will have the opportunity to network and while enjoying an organic taco bar supper at Youvitalize Wellness Spa & Venue in Bismarck\, ND. \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/usda-topp-transition-to-organic-field-day/
LOCATION:Menoken Farm\, 1107 171st St NE\, Menoken\, ND\, 58558\, United States
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T140000
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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/
LOCATION:ND
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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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/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T083000
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DTSTAMP:20230922T193146Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED to 2024 - Brad Wolbert Family Organic Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS POSTPONED TO 2024 – Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances this event is postponed to a date in 2024. We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused. If you’d like to be notified of the date of this event in 2024\, send us an email. \nBrad Wolbert is farming with his father-in-law and is in the process of converting land to organic production.  It’s an exciting challenge.  Brad will share more insight into his success and struggles.  We’ll also hear from Jay Fuhrer\, an impressively knowledgeable soil guy. This is a UDSA Transition to Organic Partnership sponsored event  \n \nr
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/brad-wolbert-family-organic-farm-tour/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T100000
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SUMMARY:Stengel Seed Field Day Open House & 50th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the history of Stengel Seed\, value-added ag in organic agriculture\, and celebrate 50 years with Doug Stengel and the entire staff. Hear about Stengel’s journey\, learn about the value-added opportunity they provide for organic producers\, the why behind organic production\, and hear from a first-generation organic farmer Nate Powell-Palm and his transition to organic production. Best of all\, you can network with other organic and ask questions. This is a UDSA Transition to Organic Partnership sponsored event 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/stengel-seed-open-house-50th-anniversary/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T090000
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Organic Farm Innovation Expo
DESCRIPTION:Check-in starts at 7:30.  Come and network with organic farmers from across the US & Canada & check out the latest in row crop farming innovation and technology with live equipment demos. NPSAS and many other service providers will be there. Learn more about the Ag Innovation Expo and register here. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/4th-annual-organic-farm-innovation-expo/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T130000
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SUMMARY:Hemp Decortication Plant Open House & Conference
DESCRIPTION:Check out the first decortication plant in South Dakota and hear from a number of different speakers about hemp including Roger Guusiaas & Blake Buurggraf. Get first-hand insight into organic hemp production and transitioning to organic farming. Please be sure to register here.   \nThis is a UDSA Transition to Organic Partnership sponsored event. \n     \n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/hemp-decortication-plant-open-house-conference/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T130000
DTSTAMP:20230922T193109Z
CREATED:20230627T003540Z
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SUMMARY:Johnson Farms Organic Tour Field Day
DESCRIPTION:See a successful organic farm in action.  Charlie Johnson will share the successes and struggles of organic farming.  You’ll hear from producers about organic production as well as strategies in transitioning to organic farming. Please call Charlie Johnson at 605-270-2665 or Krysti with NPSAS at 605-380-3770 if you’ll be attending. Starting at St. Peter on the Prairie – 24311 452nd Ave. Madison\, SD Network and  \n\nFarmer Panel\nSDSU Oat Variety Field Trial\nTour of Johnson Farm\nFree Lunch\n\nRSVP to  \n\nKrysti at NPSAS 605-380-3770 or email\nCharlie at 605-270-2665 or email\nAaron at 605-695-0847 \n\nThis is a UDSA Transition to Organic Partnership sponsored event. \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/johnson-farms-organic-tour-field-day/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s on the Prairie\, 24311 452nd Ave\, Madison\, SD\, 57042
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T170000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Organic Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:We are hosting an Intro to Organic Agriculture Field Day July 20th at Menoken Farms and Dockter Organics. The field day will take place on Menoken Farm\, a conservation demonstration farm\, and Dockter Organics\, a certified organic wheat farm in Menoken\, North Dakota on July 20th. This event is for anyone interested in organic farming or ranching\, interested in transitioning to organic\, or in the three-year transition period to organic. Topics that will be covered during the event include organic pest and weed management\, nutrient management\, soil health\, soil testing\, record-keeping strategies\, organic marketing\, as well as an opportunity to visit with mentors during lunch. This event is free\, but registration is required.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/intro-to-organic-agriculture/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T150000
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SUMMARY:Carrington Research Center - TOPP - SARE - NPSAS
DESCRIPTION:A great Schedule is set for the event. Network with organic farmers and learn about what organic farm research is out there to help transitioning farmers succeed. The event will end with self-guided tours at Dakota Sun Gardens Winery in Carrington\, ND\, and an open discussion on transitioning to organic farming certification. \nThis is a UDSA Transition to Organic Partnership sponsored event. \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/carrington-research-center-sare-npsas/
LOCATION:Carrington Research Center\, 663 US-281\, Carrington\, ND\, 58421\, United States
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230717T080000
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SUMMARY:Ancient Grains Conference
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for July 25\, 2023\, for the Northern Crops Institute’s Ancient Grains Conference & Register today. This conference will be held at the Oliver Kelley Farm in Elk River\, MN\, and aims to provide an educational and promotional setting to explore the characteristics and utilization of Ancient Grains. \n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/ancient-grains-conference/
LOCATION:Oliver Kelly Farm\, 15788 Kelly Farm Road\, Elk River\, MN\, 55330
CATEGORIES:Summer Field Day
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