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SUMMARY:2024 Sustainable Ranchers Tour
DESCRIPTION:Head on over to Black Leg Ranch in McKenzie\, ND and get inspired as you visit this sustainable ranch who is leading the charge toward a more regenerative future for America’s beef industry. You’ll hear from ranchers and farmers just like you who are implementing regenerative practices while managing the challenges of farming today. During the tour\, you’ll also benefit from technical resources from our partners who can help provide the tools needed for you to feel comfortable implementing change on your own ranch or farm.  \nClick to get more information and registration.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/2024-sustainable-ranchers-tour/
LOCATION:Black Leg Ranch\, 24750 62nd Ave SE\, McKenzie\, ND\, 58572
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225529
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SUMMARY:Field to Feast
DESCRIPTION:From Field to Feast: A Fargo Area Farm Tour  \nThis event is sponsored by FARRMS in the Red River Valley with a tour of three farms\, each offering a unique perspective on sustainable agriculture! This immersive event aims to connect you with passionate local agriculture product producers and introduce you to the area’s local food system. \nTickets ($50) include:  \n\nBus transportation to the tour locations with convenient pick-up and drop-off in Fargo at the Scheels Arena (5225 31st Ave S\, Fargo\, ND 58104)\nGrab & go lunch \nFarm tours of diverse farms: Family Roots Farm\, Exit 44 Flowers & More\, Ten Seven Acres\nA grazing table catered by Milk Made\, thoughtfully prepared with locally sourced ingredients.\nAccess to an exclusive\, evening market at Crooked Lane Farm to interact one-on-one with the farmers and other attendees. Discover and purchase fresh produce\, flowers\, fiber products\, and more\, while forging deeper connections with those who grow your food.\n\nTickets available on the FARRMS website. FARRMS aims to create thriving\, sustainable North Dakota communities. They develop a system of educational\, social\, and economic connections to empower farmers to build sustainable\, profitable enterprises.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/field-to-feast/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T100000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225529
CREATED:20240329T203624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T044942Z
UID:10000113-1724313600-1724320800@www.npsas.org
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-5/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:NPSAS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225529
CREATED:20240806T043305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T043305Z
UID:10000136-1723708800-1723741200@www.npsas.org
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:ND
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,NPSAS Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225529
CREATED:20240801T213636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T213832Z
UID:10000134-1723456800-1723471200@www.npsas.org
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:20240812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225529
CREATED:20240705T204051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T160702Z
UID:10000132-1723449600-1723482000@www.npsas.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225529
CREATED:20240705T203340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T210130Z
UID:10000131-1723280400-1723309200@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:Shifting Gears
DESCRIPTION:Shifting Gears – Learn to Drive Farm Equipment \n \nIf you or someone you know is looking to get into farming and needs to learn how to drive equipment\, this event is for you. Whether you’re a retiree\, a stay-at-home parent\, a high school kid\, or someone looking for a second income that didn’t grow up on a farm\, take part in this event and drive an actual simulator to get the feel for the farm life. \nDoubting Thomas Farm\n12506 20th St N\, Moorhead\, MN\nAugust 10\, 2024\n9:00 am – 5:00 pm\nCost is $10\nRegister Here \nHands-on class helping to master manual transmission or\nheavy equipment driving ages 16+.
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/shifting-gears/
LOCATION:Doubting Thomas Farm\, 12506 20th St N\, Moorhead\, MN\, 56560
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225529
CREATED:20240801T214123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T214347Z
UID:10000135-1723107600-1723129200@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:SDSU Organic Field Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:South Dakota State University Extension will host an Organic Field Day featuring vegetables and field crops on Thursday\, August 8\, 2024\, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the Southeast Research Farm (29974 University Road\, Beresford\, SD 57004). \nFarmers from all sizes and types of production are welcome to attend this hands-on field day. Anyone who is curious about getting started in organic production or improving their systems is welcome to attend. \nPre-registration appreciated: https://extension.sdstate.edu/event/organic-field-day-featuring-vegetables-and-field-crops
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/sdsu-organic-field-day-2024/
LOCATION:SDSU Southeast Research Farm\, 29974 University Road\,\, Beresford\, SD\, 57004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225529
CREATED:20240717T154752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T203335Z
UID:10000133-1723023000-1723035600@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:Investigating Transition to Organic Field Day - Rocking Z Acres
DESCRIPTION:Investigating Transition to Organic  – Wessington\, SD – 9:30 am – 1:00 pm – Rocking Z Acres\,  Learn about the success and struggles in organic farming from the 2024 NPSAS Steward of the Year Award Winner. This even will take place rain or shine and the tour and speakers will be adjusted as needed. \nRocking Z Acres has been in transition to organic production on their farm since 2018. BJ McNeil and his aunt\, Jonnie Zvonek operate their farm together. They are an innovative operation consistently working with elements and ideas that will make their operation more sustainable.  Come and visit and learn what’s worked\, lessons learned\, and ideas for success moving forward.   \nMcNeil will give tips on how innovation and biology are part of Rocking Z Acres’ core beliefs. Also speaking at the event will be Jerry Matzner\, a farmer at Century Farm Organics and Ken Jenkins an organic advisor\, Peak Ag Solutions. \nSpace is limited and a free lunch will be provided for those who register before Tuesday\, August 6\, at 9:00 am. \n \nSign- up here to join us. \n\n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/investigating-transition-to-organic-field-day-rocking-z-acres/
LOCATION:Rocking Z Acres\, 20202 374th Ave\, Wessington\, SD\, 57381
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T100000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225529
CREATED:20240618T205230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T205230Z
UID:10000120-1721894400-1721901600@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:July 2024 NPSAS Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The NPSAS Board of Directors will meet via zoom from 8:00 am. If you have ideas or suggestions that you think would benefit the member of this organization or items you’d like the board to discuss send an email to the NPSAS Director or send a message\, text\, or call a board member. \nIf you’re interested in serving on the NPSAS board\, let us know. Elections are in January of each year and there are three positions open each January at the annual meeting held at the NPSAS Food and Farming Conference. 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/july-2024-npsas-board-meeting/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T100000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225529
CREATED:20240329T203448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T203448Z
UID:10000112-1721894400-1721901600@www.npsas.org
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\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-4/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:NPSAS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225529
CREATED:20240703T211100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T125403Z
UID:10000129-1721813400-1721826000@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:Walk With Gabe Brown
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the wisdom of this inspirational leader talking all about cover crops. \nDoubting Thomas Farm – 12506 20th St N\, \nMoorhead\, MN\nJuly 24\, 2024\n9:30 am – 1:00 pm \nThis event is full an no longer taking reservations. 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/walk-with-gabe-brown/
LOCATION:Doubting Thomas Farm\, 12506 20th St N\, Moorhead\, MN\, 56560
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Summer Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225529
CREATED:20240703T195218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T195218Z
UID:10000128-1721203200-1721307600@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:Organic Academy Road Show - SD
DESCRIPTION:FIELD DAY & TRAINING: Join Fellow Farmers for a great field day and conversation at St. Peter on the Prairie in Madison\, SD. Included with 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 The Johnson Family Farm\, National Center for Appropriate Technology – NCAT\, and Northern Plains Sustainable Ag. To learn more click link. \nOrganic Academy Roadshow SD 2024
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/organic-academy-road-show-sd/
LOCATION:St. Peter on the Prairie\, Madison\, SD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
CREATED:20240703T193714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T193844Z
UID:10000127-1721030400-1721134800@www.npsas.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
CREATED:20240328T001602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T001706Z
UID:10000108-1720425600-1720630800@www.npsas.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T100000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
CREATED:20240618T205120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T205120Z
UID:10000119-1718870400-1718877600@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:June 2024 NPSAS Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The NPSAS Board of Directors will meet via zoom from 8:00 am. If you have ideas or suggestions that you think would benefit the member of this organization or items you’d like the board to discuss send an email to the NPSAS Director or send a message\, text\, or call a board member. \nIf you’re interested in serving on the NPSAS board\, let us know. Elections are in January of each year and there are three positions open each January at the annual meeting held at the NPSAS Food and Farming Conference. 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/june-2024-board-meeting/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
CREATED:20240619T203447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T203447Z
UID:10000126-1718784000-1718816400@www.npsas.org
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/
LOCATION:https://oregonstate.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_m7ctt0LlTEahFRjrb8HSIw
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,Partner Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T100000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
CREATED:20240329T203224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T203224Z
UID:10000111-1715846400-1715853600@www.npsas.org
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\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-3/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:NPSAS
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
CREATED:20240403T035629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T040130Z
UID:10000118-1713726000-1713726000@www.npsas.org
SUMMARY:Common Ground Virtual Watch Party
DESCRIPTION:Sign-up\, watch\, and join the conversation.  As a lead-in to the celebration of Earth Day\, April 22\, NPSAS  is hosting a watch party on Sunday\, April 21\, 2024. The discussion on the much talked about movie\, Common Ground\, is the perfect conversation to be had in a watch party. The film is one of the most talked about films about strategic farming with regenerative practices right now.  Those wishing to participate will have a week prior to the event to watch the documentary prior to the online discuss. Sign up today and a link will be sent  \n“Common Ground is a compelling new documentary that sheds light on biodiversity\, and the growing Regenerative Agriculture movement.” – Film Review\, Digital Journal \n\n 
URL:https://www.npsas.org/event/common-ground-virtual-watch-party/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:NPSAS,Quarterly Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T100000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
CREATED:20240329T202814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T204850Z
UID:10000110-1713427200-1713434400@www.npsas.org
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/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:NPSAS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
CREATED:20240322T223022Z
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/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
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/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:NPSAS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
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:20260503T225530
CREATED:20230712T162422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T163452Z
UID:10000086-1706169600-1706389200@www.npsas.org
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/
LOCATION:ND
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T100000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
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/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,Partner Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
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/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:Quarterly Webinars,TOPP Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
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/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:Ag Partner Event,TOPP Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231127T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T225530
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/
LOCATION:ND
CATEGORIES:Quarterly Webinars,TOPP Event
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