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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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SUMMARY:Intro To Organic Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:Attend this Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) event with Menoken Farm\, ACRES USA\, FARRMS\, & NPSAS to learn: \n\nTransition to organic production tips and ideas\nThe organic inspection process\nCrop rotation \nEquipment needs in organic production\nMarketing organic grains and products\nSoil health strategies\n\nIf you plan to attend\, find the go to the GET TICKETS link at the top of this page and get more information.  \n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/intro-to-organic-agriculture-2/
LOCATION:Menoken Farm\, 1107 171st St NE\, Menoken\, ND\, 58558\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer Field Day,TOPP Event
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SUMMARY:World Soil Day Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an active discussion about soil health\, organic transition\, and the impact of documentary Kiss The Ground and its sequel\, Common Ground. Here our special guest involved in the movie give their perspective. \nThis event is supported by NPSAS and USDA TOPP Program. \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/world-soil-day-webinar/
LOCATION:SD
CATEGORIES:Quarterly Webinars,TOPP Event
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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/
LOCATION:SD
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,TOPP Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T190000
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SUMMARY:Bob Quinn - Author Grain By Grain Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion with Bob Quinn\, author of Grain by Grain. Bob will share his journey of transition to organic after going through his entire agriculture education from undergrad all the way to a PhD learning about the great things of conventional ag and modern day fertilizers\, chemicals\, and GMO advances.  \nWith his presentation along with quality question and answer time\, Bob will not only share sound transition advice\, but also give insight on how to sustain your organic practices when times get tough in weed control\, markets\, and soil health issues might be stomping on your admirable organic farming efforts.  \nThis event is supported by NPSAS and USDA TOPP Program. \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/bob-quinn-author-grain-by-grain-webinar/
LOCATION:SD
CATEGORIES:Quarterly Webinars,TOPP Event
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