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SUMMARY:NPSAS Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is the monthly meeting of the NPSAS Board of Directors. It is held virtually each month. Members are welcome to ask for the link to attend and/or bring forth ideas that they would like to see the board discuss. In addition\, members are invited to consider serving on the board as 3 seats are up for renewal each year. It is a great opportunity to be involved in NPSAS. If serving on the board is not your style\, but you’d like to help\, consider other ways to be involved. \n\nServe on the Farm Breeder Network Committee where research\, seed development\, and other ideas are discussed and implemented to improve crop conditions for members\nServe on the events committee to help plan the annual conference\, field days\, and other events.\nHost a field day at your farm\nWrite an article for The Germinator\nSpeak at the annual Food & Farming conference in a workshop on a topic that would benefit members and attendees of NPSAS
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-board-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:NPSAS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121949
CREATED:20240322T223022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T223219Z
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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:20240403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121949
CREATED:20240329T202030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T202030Z
UID:10000109-1712138400-1712160000@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:NPSAS Board Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The NPSAS Board of Directors will host it’s annual retreat in Fargo ND. Any members or interested members that have ideas on events and/or activities they would like to see the board discuss to implement in the future would be appreciated and brought forth for discussion. Ideas can be sent to Krysti Mikkonen\, the organization’s executive director. 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-board-retreat/
CATEGORIES:NPSAS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121949
CREATED:20231218T182806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T222834Z
UID:10000106-1706774400-1706979600@www.npsas.org
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:20240125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121949
CREATED:20230712T162422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T163452Z
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SUMMARY:2024 NPSAS Food & Farming Sustainable Farming Conference
DESCRIPTION:MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!!! \nBook your rooms today in the Hotel Block for NPSAS at the Ramkota Inn and Convention Center or call 605-229-4040 \nSponsorship Opportunities & Sponsorship Form \n \n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/2024-npsas-food-farming-sustainable-farming-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121949
CREATED:20231211T214724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T214724Z
UID:10000105-1705392000-1705510800@www.npsas.org
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
DTSTAMP:20260613T121949
CREATED:20231211T213944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T214206Z
UID:10000104-1702458000-1702461600@www.npsas.org
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:20231205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121949
CREATED:20231128T171612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231231T074215Z
UID:10000103-1701802800-1701806400@www.npsas.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Quarterly Webinars,TOPP Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20231103T212631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T212631Z
UID:10000102-1701347400-1701351000@www.npsas.org
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:20260613T121950
CREATED:20231031T031458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T031528Z
UID:10000101-1701007200-1701104400@www.npsas.org
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:20231018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230924T210849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231021T162415Z
UID:10000097-1697655600-1697659200@www.npsas.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Quarterly Webinars,TOPP Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T000000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20231016T220558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T220558Z
UID:10000099-1697414400-1697414400@www.npsas.org
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:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230926T152106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T152106Z
UID:10000098-1697292000-1697302800@www.npsas.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T100000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230914T200000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T200000Z
UID:10000091-1697014800-1697018400@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:NCI October Cereal Innovators Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Northern Crop Institute’s Cereal Innovators October webinar will feature Neil Doty\, Ph. D.\, Business Development Manager at the Northern Crops Institute. Join us as Neil discusses Your Kitchen To Consumer and provides an outline to assist you in developing your new food product idea. \nSo\, mark your calendars! You won’t want to miss this webinar! \nRegistration for this event is free of charge\, and open to the public. Please click the button below to register for this event. If you are not able to attend the event live\, you may still register and we will send you a pre-recorded link of the event.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/nci-october-cereal-innovators-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Partner Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230929
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230922T182739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T182739Z
UID:10000096-1695859200-1695945599@www.npsas.org
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
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230917T043301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230917T043301Z
UID:10000095-1695808800-1695823200@www.npsas.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230914T213542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T213542Z
UID:10000094-1695315600-1695324600@www.npsas.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T140000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230914T201335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T201452Z
UID:10000092-1695128400-1695132000@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:Grain Clawback Webinar with Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Register at the link below and join a conversation with Organic Farmers Association for a conversation with Harriet Behar\, OFA Farmer Services Consultant\, Kevin Fulton\, Nebraska organic grain farmer and grazier\, and others as we discuss strategies farmers can use to inform and protect themselves from contract clawbacks. \nFollowing their presentations\, we will open the conversation around Pipeline Foods’ clawback after their bankruptcy in July 2021 and the aftermath some farmers faced when they received clawback letters demanding all money paid be returned within 21 days.  We hope you can join us!
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/grain-clawback-webinar-with-farmers/
CATEGORIES:Partner Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230710T043033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T193146Z
UID:10000083-1693297800-1693314000@www.npsas.org
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/
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T140000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230710T042345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T193426Z
UID:10000082-1692957600-1692972000@www.npsas.org
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/
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230717T150935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T152346Z
UID:10000087-1692262800-1692291600@www.npsas.org
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/
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230717T181454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T181454Z
UID:10000088-1691658000-1691694000@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:Crops\, Covers\, and Cows - Menoken Farms Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Here’s a great event that is free of charge but RSVP is requested by August 2nd hosted at Menoken Farms with 3 great speakers: \n\nBlake Vince – 5th Generation Farm family considered to be no-till pioneers from Canada\nSteve Groff – Author\, farmer internationally known for cover-crop & no-till practices from Pennsylvania\nLance Gartner – Low-impact rancher from North Dakota
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/crops-covers-and-cows-menoken-farms-field-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T110000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230710T041844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T193224Z
UID:10000081-1691154000-1691233200@www.npsas.org
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/
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230627T003540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T193109Z
UID:10000079-1689841800-1689858000@www.npsas.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230717T190358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T190358Z
UID:10000090-1689840000-1689872400@www.npsas.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230707T214425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T193015Z
UID:10000080-1689670800-1689692400@www.npsas.org
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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230717T184239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T185145Z
UID:10000089-1689580800-1689613200@www.npsas.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T100000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230710T051803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T053524Z
UID:10000085-1689235200-1689242400@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:NPSAS Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a regular monthly board meeting of NPSAS.  If you are a member and have something you’d like to discuss or have brought to the board\, send an email to NPSAS and we’ll get your ideas\, concerns\, and/or conversation with the board started. Normally meetings are held each  3rd Thursday of the month. 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:NPSAS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T140000
DTSTAMP:20260613T121950
CREATED:20230710T051512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T051528Z
UID:10000084-1689080400-1689084000@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:Farm Breeder Network Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a member of NPSAS and interested in seed saving\, participating in on-farm research in your operation\, or collaborating with growers\, end-users\, bakers\, and others to help find creative markets for organic producers\, join us.  Email NPSAS to get on the mailing list for agendas and reminders. 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/farm-breeder-network-committee-meeting/
CATEGORIES:NPSAS
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