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Check out the full list of the 2026 NPSAS field days and see which ones are remaining for you to join fellow farmers and ranchers in sharing innovative, practical, and real sustainable farming ideas that can enhance your own - [The Germinator Magazine Winter 2026](https://www.npsas.org/the-germinator-magazine-winter-2026/) - The Germinator - Winter 2026 Edition an NPSAS Publication Included in this issue of the Germinator you'll find Articles about Artificial Intelligence and the role it plays in farming and ranching Jan. 21-23, 2026 - 47th Annual Northern Plains Sustainable Food and Farming Schedule and Preview Global Agri-Tech: State of the State AI Data Insights for - [Taste of Ag 2026](https://www.npsas.org/taste-of-ag-2026/) - Taste of Ag 2026 INVITING VENDORS & ATTENDEES: Join us the evening of January 22, 2026 in Aberdeen, SD at the Ramkota Inn Convention Center for the 2026 Taste of Ag. This is an evening of fun, networking, storytelling, and delicious bites, sips, and tastes of local and sustainably and/or organically grown food and - [Organic and Local Food Needed for 2026 Conference](https://www.npsas.org/organic-local-food-needed-for-2026-conference/) - Tentative Menu For 2026 NPSAS Food and Farming Conference Wednesday (01/21 Lunch Tomato Bisque, Club Sandwich, Coffee/Iced Tea Wednesday (01/21) Dinner Gluten-free organic pasta, Alfredo sauce, Pulled chicken, Caesar salad, Garlic bread, Coffee/Iced Tea Thursday (01/22) Breakfast Hardboiled eggs, Assorted whole fruit, Caramel rolls, Coffee Thursday (01/22) Lunch Taco bar, Pork Carnitas, Ground Beef, Whole - [The Germinator Magazine Fall 2025](https://www.npsas.org/the-germinator-magazine-fall-2025/) - The Germinator - Fall 2025 Edition an NPSAS Publication Included in this issue of the Germinator you'll find Articles about transitioning the farm to the next generation Are organic crops more nutritious? 2025 Field Day highlights Johnson Family farm celebrates 50 years of organic production Business transfer or asset transfer: What is the plan for - [NPSAS 2026 Northern Plains Sustainable Food and Farming Conference](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-2026-northern-plains-sustainable-food-and-farming-conference/) - Get Ready for the 2026 Northern Plains Sustainable Food and Farming Conference Join us and all the fun and learning in Aberdeen, SD at the 2026 Northern Plains Sustainable Food & Farming Conference. This annual event is the oldest event of its kind in the region serving organic, regenerative, and sustainable farming in the - [The Germinator Magazine Summer 2025](https://www.npsas.org/the-germinator-magazine-summer-2025/) - The Germinator - Summer 2025 Edition an NPSAS Publication Included in this issue of the Germinator you'll find Featured articles and information about crop diversity CRP opportunity re-opens Clawback information from Iowa Grain Indemnity Fund 2025 Field Day past and upcoming Dakota OARS transition to organic training Benefits of intercropping Perennial Crops Innovation: using satellites - [2025 NPSAS Field Days](https://www.npsas.org/2025-npsas-field-days/) - Check out the NPSAS Field Days from the Full List of 2025 events. Join us! Check out the full list of the 2025 NPSAS field days and see which ones are remaining for you to join fellow farmers and ranchers in sharing innovative, practical, and real sustainable farming ideas that can enhance your own ag - [North Dakota Agri-Technology AI and Robotics Showcase](https://www.npsas.org/north-dakota-agri-technology-ai-and-robotics-showcase/) - North Dakota Agri-Technology AI and Robotics Showcase Field Day for Robotics & AI Looking to see some of the latest technology in agriculture in action? Join NPSAS and other sponsors to see some of the latest innovations in agriculture technology in action June 17 & 18, 2025. FEATURING: AI Robotics Cultivator New Satellite Technology Innovative - [The Germinator Magazine Spring 2025](https://www.npsas.org/the-germinator-magazine-spring-2025/) - The Germinator – Spring 2025 Edition an NPSAS Publication Included in this issue of the Germinator you’ll find Featured articles and information about the marketing opportunities available when farming niches like certified organic, regenerative, specialty crops, direct to consumer and more Organic Research Hub launched 2025 NPSAS Award winners, Vetter & Palmersheim 2025 Food & - [Taste of Ag 2025](https://www.npsas.org/taste-of-ag-2025/) - Taste of Ag 2025 INVITING VENDORS & ATTENDEES: Join us the evening of January 24, 2025 in Aberdeen, SD at the Ramkota Inn Convention Center for the 2025 Taste of Ag. This is an evening of fun, networking, storytelling, and delicious bites, sips, and tastes of local and sustainably and/or organically grown food and drink. - [The Germinator Magazine Winter 2025](https://www.npsas.org/the-germinator-magazine-winter-2025-2/) - The Germinator – Winter 2025 Edition an NPSAS Publication Included in this issue of the Germinator you’ll find Featured articles and information about the educational opportunities available in farming 2025 Food & Farming Conference Info Innovation: Value of Drones Learning from Wwoofing Ag Education in Higher Ed Inspectors Learn from the Farmers they Inspect Member - [The Germinator Magazine Fall 2024](https://www.npsas.org/the-germinator-magazine-fall-2024-2/) - The Germinator – Fall 2024 Edition Included in this issue of the Germinator you’ll find Featured articles and information about the financial side of farming Recap of 2024 Field Day Events State of NPSAS Value-added ideas for your farm or ranch Unique organic and regenerative agriculture funding source in Mad Capital Health Insurance in Agriculture - [2025 Speakers for NPSAS Food and Farming Sustainable Ag Conference Announced](https://www.npsas.org/2025-speakers-npsas-food-farming-sustainable-ag-conferencethe-germinator-magazine-summer-2024-2/) - Introducing our Keynote Speakers for the 2025 Food and Farming Sustainable Ag Conference. JOLENE BROWN, CSP, CPAE is a farmer, author, and curator of peace working with family farms to create a working plan for generations to work together for an operation that can be passed on for generations. A walking/talking champion for the people - [2024 NPSAS Field Days](https://www.npsas.org/2024-npsas-field-days/) - 2024 NPSAS Field Days Check out the field days that will take you into North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota. We hope to see you at some of these events. Mingle with other farmers Learn tips and ideas to success Get boots in the dirt on what others do in their operations Ask questions from - [The Germinator Magazine Summer 2024](https://www.npsas.org/the-germinator-magazine-summer-2024/) - The Germinator – Summer 2024 Edition Included in this issue of the Germinator you’ll find Articles and information about regenerative ag 2024 Field Day Events Get your transition to organic production training in North Dakota and South Dakota at the Organic Academy Road Show New Support for South Dakota organic farmers Grants awarded for developing - [The Germinator Magazine Spring 2023](https://www.npsas.org/the-germinator-magazine-spring-2023/) - The Germinator – Spring 2023 Edition A review of the 2023 NPSAS Food and Farming Sustainable Ag Conference NRCS Donation Assists Organic Farmers Karl Hoppe, Friend of the Farmer Award Winner Steve Zwinger, Steward of the Year Award Winner The Joy of Foraged Foods Stinging Nettle and Dandelion Recipes Six Things I learned in Organic - [The Germinator Magazine Winter 2023](https://www.npsas.org/the-germinator-magazine-winter-2023/) - The Germinator – Winter 2023 Edition The 2024 Conference is almost upon us. Learn about all that is happening for the 2024 Food And Farming Sustainable Ag Conference Great donation sparks Conference Scholarship availability Frank Kralicek and carbon credits – Documentation requirements big part of the carbon credit program Blain Schmaltz tells his story about - [The Germinator Magazine Spring 2024](https://www.npsas.org/the-germinator-magazine-spring-2024/) - The Germinator – Spring 2024 Edition Included in this issue of the Germinator you’ll find Photo highlights of the 2024 Food and Farming Conference Become your own farm scientist Friend of the Farmer winner highlight Carolyn Lane Steward of the Year winner highlight Rocking Z Acres Organic Academy Road Show (OARS) for transitioning to organic - [NPSAS Equipment For Sale](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-equipment-for-sale/) - NPSAS farm equipment for sale The following pieces of equipment are for sale. Interested parties have until Aug 1 at 8:00 am to submit a bid for any of the following pieces of equipment to director@npsas.org. Bids will be presented to the board at the board for approval. Questions Call Krysti Mikkonen at 605-380-3770 2011 - [Seeking Women for Sustainability Ambassador](https://www.npsas.org/seeking-women-for-sustainability-ambassador/) - We’re excited to be part of an effort to help inspire women to tell the story of women in agriculture through the Stewardship Ambassador program. Do you have various experiences with conservation practices (e.g. CRP, cover crops, etc.) on your farm? Do you want to help other women gain the knowledge and confidence to take - [The Germinator Magazine Fall 2023](https://www.npsas.org/the-germinator-magazine-fall-2023-2/) - The Germinator – Fall 2023 Edition Hear about Rane Richardson’s legacy of generosity to NPSAS 2024 Pitchfork and Hoe Introducing Prairie Coteau Farm Nate Powell-Palm became certified organic in high school Meet Gary Zimmer another 2024 Conference Keynote Learn about the value of biochar 2023 Field Days highlights Learn about Nov. 16 event with Bob - [The Germinator Magazine Summer 2023](https://www.npsas.org/the-germinator-magazine-summer-2023/) - The Germinator – Summer 2023 Edition Check out this issue of The Germinator 2023 Field Days schedule and highlights Learn about Blake Burggraff, a first-generation farmer’s journey transitioning land to organic Alfalfa’s role in soil health Become an organic farming mento Intro of two 2024 Conference Keynotes SDSU Cover Crop Study Call for Conference speakers - [2023 Field Day Events](https://www.npsas.org/2023-field-day-events/) - We are excited to present the 2023 NPSAS field day line-up. Join us and learn about the processes involved with converting to organic farming practice. Check out the NPSAS calendar for individual information about each event. These events are part of the UDSA Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). - [Field Day Organic Transition in Menoken, MN](https://www.npsas.org/field-day-organic-transition-in-menoken-mn/) - The organic farming industry has become a $55 billion industry in the U.S. and there are many new market opportunities in organic agriculture. If you are interested in organic farming or ranching, transitioning to organic, or in the three-year transition phase, this event is for you! This field day will be hosted at Menoken Farm, a conservation - [Germinator Spring 2022](https://www.npsas.org/spring-2022-germinator/) - Spring-22-Germ - [Food & Farming Program 2022](https://www.npsas.org/ff-2022program/) - NPSAS-FF-Brochure-2022-1 - [Organic evaluation and increase of a determinate buckwheat variety](https://www.npsas.org/organic-evaluation-and-increase-of-a-determinate-buckwheat-variety/) - [fancy_heading h1=”0″ style=”line” title=”Organic evaluation and increase of a determinate buckwheat variety”]Steve Zwinger, Steve Schaubert, Owen Trangsrud, Theresa Podoll, & Verna Kragnes[/fancy_heading] This is a final report for a mini-grant received from the Organic Crop Improvement Association for work that was completed in 2020. Buckwheat is a late planted short season broadleaf crop that is - [Resources for the Local Food Economy: COVID-19](https://www.npsas.org/resources-for-the-local-food-economy-covid-19/) - Resources for Farmers: Covid-19 General University of Minnesota Extension Local Foods College– The Local Foods College is an interactive distance learning opportunity for gardeners and farmers interested in community-based food systems. These free online classes are available to anyone interested in strengthening food systems. USDA– A deep dive into the USDA’s response to the virus - [USDA Aid for Farmers: Action Resources](https://www.npsas.org/usda-aid-for-farmers-action-resources/) - USDA Pandemic Aid for Farmers: Action Toolkit Prepared by the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition Grassroots Team The situation: USDA is preparing to distribute $16 billion in direct aid to farmers and ranchers who have experienced financial losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Applications for the program, called the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), will be open - [Giving Hearts Day](https://www.npsas.org/2279-2/) - Dear Northern Plains Community, I am excited to report that with significant gifts from NPSAS board members and other member-supporters we have exceeded the $4,000 matching grant required to participate in Giving Hearts Day on February 13! As you can see, we have lots of news to share with you! 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A morning agronomy tour will include - [About Us](https://www.npsas.org/about-us/) - Education Building a healthy land… In order to provide healthy food, we must first provide healthy soils — from the ground up. NPSAS promotes educational opportunities for farming practices that help decrease soil erosion, increase soil fertility, reduce the need for off-farm inputs, protect natural resources and encourage a diverse landscape. Building a healthy people… NPSAS - [NPSAS Online Webinars](https://www.npsas.org/online-webinars/) - 2022 Webinars We are excited to announce an NPSAS Online Webinar Series! Now our members can look forward to a new educational opportunity once each quarter. The first installment in this series took place on Wednesday, April 27 featuring Russell Tweiten, the Vice-President of Agribusiness Consulting. Russ spoke to NPSAS members about working through the - [2022 Summer Events](https://www.npsas.org/2022-summer-events/) - Host a Tour Events List Become a Sponsor - [NPSAS Awards](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-awards/) - Each year NPSAS gives away two awards to members of the organization during the annual winter conference. The Steward of the Year award is given to an organic farmer and/or rancher who is a conscientious steward of the land and all that inhabits it. The Friend of the Farmer award is given to an NPSAS member who - [2022 Conference](https://www.npsas.org/2022-conference/) - Gallery Program Schedule Speakers Sponsors Feedback Gallery Program Schedule Speakers Michael Bredeson, Project Coordinator, North Central SARE Gabe Brown, Understanding Ag Roger Gussiaas, Healthy Oil Seeds Erin Gaugler, Gaugler Farm & Ranch Burton Johnson, Project Coordinator, North Central SARE Clair Keene, Assistant Professor/Agronomist, NDSU Ted Matthews, Director of MN Rural Mental Health Miranda Meehan, NDSU - [Gallery](https://www.npsas.org/2022gallery/) - [Sponsors](https://www.npsas.org/2022sponsors/) - Show Stopper Sponsors Grand Champ Sponsors Purple Ribbon Sponsors Blue Ribbon & Non-Profit Partner Sponsors - [Speakers](https://www.npsas.org/2022-conference-speakers/) - Michael Bredeson, Project Coordinator, North Central SARE Dr. Mike Bredeson has been with Ecdysis Foundation since day one. He currently holds the title of research agroecologist. 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Brummond joined NDSU Extension in 1982. Throughout his career, he has helped producers improve their crop production. That includes working to improve soil health, control weeds and - [New Roots](https://www.npsas.org/new-roots-incubator-co-op/) - This project was designed to provide support for beginning farmers by offering a lease to farmland, the shared use of equipment & facilities and training that provide support for launching fresh vegetable production. - [Directory Form](https://www.npsas.org/directoryform/) - Membership Registration Personal Information Please provide as much information as possible. We are building an online directory and also printing a directory of members and business resources for distribution to members and new and transitioning farmers. 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Contributions to NPSAS are tax deductible. $1000 - [Shop](https://www.npsas.org/shop/) - [Home](https://www.npsas.org/sample-page/) - [Summer Field Day Sponsorship Form](https://www.npsas.org/2034-2/) - Summer Field Day Sponsorship Company Name Contact Person Address Phone Email Address Supporter Category: (ads are in B&W) Ad copy deadline Thursday, April 25th Titanium- $1,000 Full Ad 7.5 X 10"Vertical and option to send materials for resource tables Titanium- $1,000 Full Ad 8.75 X 10" Full Bleed and option to send materials for resource - [Who We Are](https://www.npsas.org/about-us/who-we-are/) - Northern Plains Sustainable Agriculture Society (NPSAS) is a nonprofit, member-based organization that promotes sustainable food systems through education and research. Members are located primarily in North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, and Montana, as well as neighboring states of Iowa, Wyoming, and Nebraska. Education Education NPSAS provides valuable information and resources through a variety of educational opportunities. - [Conference Program](https://www.npsas.org/1987-2/) - Program10.12 - [2018 NPSAS Winter Conference](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/2018-npsas-winter-conference/) - 2018 NPSAS Winter Conference January 25-27, 2018 Conference Brochure Conference Schedule Keynote Speakers Blake & Blaine Hitzfield Seven Sons Farms Roanoke, Indiana www.sevensons.net Seven Sons Family Farms was established in 2000 by Lee and Beth Hitzfield and their seven sons. Their mission is simple; to produce nutrient-dense foods that heal and nourish our land and - [Mission Statement](https://www.npsas.org/about-us/who-we-are/mission-statement/) - Mission Statement NPSAS promotes sustainable food systems through education and research. Core Values & Beliefs NPSAS members value the wise use of resources and healthy food provided through a holistic, biodiverse, ecologically and socially sound food production and distribution system. NPSAS recognizes the human place in the circle of life with humility - [Cosponsor/Exhibitor Information](https://www.npsas.org/cosponsor-exhibitor-information/) - 2019 Northern Plains Food & Farming Conference January 24 – 26, 2019 Holiday Inn, Fargo, ND Cosponsorship Levels and Benefits Cosponsor and Exhibitor Form Vendor Hall Map Exhibitor Information Exhibitor setup is on Thursday, January 24 no earlier than 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. and on Friday morning, starting at 6:00 a.m. Two chairs and one 6-foot table with black - [Fargo-Moorhead Local Food Tours](https://www.npsas.org/fargo-moorhead-local-food-tours/) - THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES Our sincere apologies for any inconvenience. Fargo-Moorhead Local Food Tours Saturday, September 8, 2018 Saturday, September 8 9:00 a.m. Tour of Hugh’s Gardens 11:00 a.m. Visit Lee & Noreen Thomas Farm 12:30 p.m. Lunch (cost $12) 2:00 p.m. - [2017 Summer Events](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/2017-summer-events-2/) - NPSAS will be hosting a number of events this summer. Please join us! Bringing Back Pollinators to Our Gardens and Farms The Xerces Society 6:00 – 9:00 pm Tuesday, July 11 in Sioux Falls (For more info Click Here) Wednesday, July 12 in Fargo (For more info Click Here) Carrington Research Extension Center Organic Field - [Educational Resources](https://www.npsas.org/resources/educational-resources/) - Gardening and Seed Saving Videos Saving Seeds From Your Own Tomatoes Selecting Open Pollinated Squash and Saving Seeds Selecting and Saving Seed From Open Pollinated Popcorn Deep Mulch, No-Till Gardening GMOs Website Links: Non GMO Project Institute for Responsible Technology The Organic & Non-GMO Report Non-GMO Shopping Guide Health and Nutrition Weston A. Price Foundation - [Johnson Farms Tour](https://www.npsas.org/johnson-farms-tour/) - Johnson Farms Tour Thursday, August 9, 2018 Madison, SD Pre-Registration is appreciated. RSVP to info@npsas.org or cjorganic81@gmail.com Schedule: 8:30 – 9:30 Registration with coffee and muffins (St. Peters on the Prairie) 9:30 – 10:00 Presentation by SD Soil Health Coalition 10:00 – 12:00 Field tour 12:30 Lunch Johnson Farms Johnson’s organic process begins with a six-year - [Local Foods Fair](https://www.npsas.org/local-foods-fair/) - Local Foods Fair Wednesday, July 25, 2018 3:00 – 8:00 pm Stockyard Ag Experience 301 E Falls Park Dr Sioux Falls, SD 57104 ~ Free Admission & Open to the Public ~ ⋅ Food Demos - [Wiskota Farm Tour](https://www.npsas.org/wiskota-farm-tour/) - Wiskota Farm Tour Saturday, August 4, 2018 1:00 – 4:00 PM (Refreshments will be provided) Wiskota Farm is a small certified organic farm near Webster, SD owned by Carl and Darcy Pulvermacher. It is made up of 67 acres, which is planted with corn, oats and alfalfa. The farm is also home to 55 beef - [Donate - Pheasant Fest](https://www.npsas.org/donate-pheasant-fest/) - We all believe in sharing the bounty of the land. We are all working to preserve the environment for our children as well as generations to follow. Please support our mission to share proven farming and ranching practices that leave our lands and waters better than we found them. Your $10.00 donation promotes productive farms - [Committees](https://www.npsas.org/about-us/committees/) - Advocacy Committee Annie Carlson, Chairperson Mercer, ND Dwight Duke Hensler, ND Theresa Podoll Fullerton, ND Larry Heitkamp Fargo, ND Staff: Susan Long Berlin, ND Staff: Jill Wald Edgeley, ND Staff: Jonathon Moser Streeter, ND Research Committee Jonathon Moser Streeter, ND Steve Zwinger Carrington, ND Les Miller Sioux Falls, SD Curt Petrich Dilworth, MN Program & - [Bringing Back Pollinators to Our Gardens and Farms](https://www.npsas.org/resources/bringing-back-pollinators-to-our-gardens-and-farms/) - Bringing Back Pollinators to Our Gardens and Farms By: Jim Eckberg, Xerces Society Jim Eckberg Jim Eckberg is the Plant Ecologist/ Agronomist for the Xerces Society. For nearly two decades, Jim has worked both on the science and practice of restoring habitat for beneficial insects on farms and natural areas. Today he works with farmers, - [Prairie Road Organic Farm & Garden Tour](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/2017-summer-events-2/prairie-road-organic-farm-garden-tour/) - Prairie Road Organic Farm & Garden Tour Prairie Road Organic Farm 9732 79th St SE Fullerton, ND Thursday, August 3, 2017 5:30 – 8:30 pm Join us on this informative tour! Farm tour stops include: • Organic seed production plots • Garlic production • No-work vermicomposting • No-till deep mulch garden • Beekeeping: Lessons from the hive - [Einkorn Evaluation Field Days](https://www.npsas.org/einkorn-evaluation-field-days/) - Farm Breeding Club Einkorn Evaulation Field Days Scotts Bluff, NE – Friday, July 14 Carrington Research Extension Center, Carrington, ND – Thursday, July 20 USDA ARS Tour & Einkorn Evaluation Field Day Morris, MN – July 17 at 10:00 am This is the second and final year of our regional trial of 20 varieties of einkorn. - [Pollinator Seminar - Sioux Falls](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/2017-summer-events-2/pollinator-seminar-sioux-falls/) - Bringing Back Pollinators to Our Gardens and Farms By: Jim Eckberg, Plant Ecologist and Agronomist Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation Tuesday, July 11, 2017 6:00 – 9:00 pm (6:00 – 6:30 social and light appetizers) Southeast Tech Room HUB 220 2001 N Career Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57107 Click Here to - [Organic Grain Enterprise Budgets](https://www.npsas.org/resources/organic-grain-enterprise-budgets/) - The Organic Grain Collaboration supported the development of an organic grain enterprise budget tool for ND and SD and Montana. ND & SD Organic Grain Enterprise Budget MT budget can be found here Budget Explanation Introduction Enterprise crop budgets are an important tool for planning future crop production and understanding the economic impacts of - [Pollinator Seminar - Fargo](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/2017-summer-events-2/pollinator-seminar-fargo/) - Bringing Back Pollinators to Our Gardens and Farms By: Jim Eckberg, Plant Ecologist and Agronomist Xerxes Society for Invertebrate Conservation Wednesday, July 12, 2017 6:00 – 9:00 pm (6:00 – 6:30 social with light appetizers) Baymont Inn & Suites Woodland North Room 3333 13th Ave S Fargo, ND 58103 Free and open to the public! - [Carrington Research Center Field Day](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/2017-summer-events-2/carrington-research-center-field-day/) - NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center Field Day Tuesday, July 18, 2017 The NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center (CREC) will host its 58th annual field day on July 18 starting at 9 a.m. with refreshments and introductions. The morning field tours will depart at 9:30 and cover a number of topics and disciplines. CREC, in conjunction - [Specialty Crops](https://www.npsas.org/farm-breeding-club/projects/specialty-crops/) - Specialty Crop Block Grant Northern Plains Vegetable Variety Testing The Farm Breeding Club has received grant funding through the USDA to increase access to superior varieties of selected market classes of vegetable varieties suited to local direct-to-consumer markets. Replicated variety trials will be done at NDSU in Fargo, ND as well as vegetable farms throughout - [Sorghum Cultivars](https://www.npsas.org/farm-breeding-club/projects/sorghum-cultivars/) - Evaluating Early-Maturing, Cold-Tolerant White Sorghum Cultivars Project Description NPSAS Farm Breading Club, NDSU researchers, and food processors are evaluating 106 early-maturing, cold- tolerant white sorghum cultivars for agronomic performance in northern tier states, along with desirable market qualities. This partnership team seeks to provide farmers and end-users with a viable, high-value, gluten-free food grain, and - [Cowpea and Forage Radish](https://www.npsas.org/farm-breeding-club/projects/cowpea-and-forage-radish/) - Increasing Varietal Suitability and Availability of Cowpea and Forage Radish Cover Crop Seed for Northern Climates Project Objective To add to the functional agronomic value of forage radish and cowpea cover crops through farmer-led selection for traits of interest and to the economic value of the cover crop seed by providing cultivars with documented - [NPSAS Buy-Sell-Trade](https://www.npsas.org/resources/npsas-buy-sell-trade/) - NPSAS Buy-Sell-Trade Facebook Page NPSAS has a Facebook public group page called NPSAS Buy-Sell-Trade. Our goal is to provide you with a vibrant community to buy, sell or trade local/organic/sustainable related items. If you are wanting to hire or looking for a particular item, feel free to post. Check it out and please help us - [NPSAS By-Laws](https://www.npsas.org/about-us/who-we-are/npsas-by-laws/) - Notice of Revision of Bylaws NPSAS members will be asked to approve a full revision of the C5 BYLAWS that modernizes the language to fit current law. Voting will take place at the NPSAS annual meeting on January 26, 2017 at 6:30 pm at the Aberdeen, S.D. Ramkota Conference Center. To view the Current NPSAS - [Resources](https://www.npsas.org/resources/) - [Calendar](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/calendar/) - If you would like to submit an event for the NPSAS calendar, please e-mail jwald@npsas.org - [Lending Library](https://www.npsas.org/lending-library/) - To check out books from the NPSAS Lending Library please contact the NPSAS office by calling (701) 883-4304 or e-mail: info@npsas.org *There will be a $5 per book shipping and handling charge.* Title Author & Copyright Date Description A Better Row to Hoe – the Economic, Environmental, and Social Impact of Sustainable Agriculture Northwest Area - [Real Food For Thought](https://www.npsas.org/real-food-for-thought/) - [blog count=”5″ columns=”2″ greyscale=”0″ filters=”1″ more=”1″ pagination=”1″] - [In-Honor of Memorials](https://www.npsas.org/donate-2/in-honor-of-memorials/) - Donations can be made In Honor or In Memory of a Loved One. Please e-mail us with the name of the Honoree. info@npsas.org - [NPSAS Member Cookbook](https://www.npsas.org/membership/npsas-member-cookbook/) - NPSAS members have compiled their tastiest tried-and-true recipes into a single book that will be treasured for generations to come. This mouth-watering cookbook contains 384 recipes to be exact – everything you need from appetizers to desserts. Each recipe includes the contributor’s name, city and state, so it’s easy to find - [Projects](https://www.npsas.org/farm-breeding-club/projects/) - Click on the links below to learn more about some of the Farm Breeding Club’s current projects. Specialty Crop Grant Value Added Grains - [Events](https://www.npsas.org/farm-breeding-club/events/) - The NPSAS Farm Breeding Club shares their research through workshops at the NPSAS Annual Winter Conference and at numerous on farm field and variety trial tours. Check the Events Calendar for upcoming FBC events. - [Resources](https://www.npsas.org/farm-breeding-club/resources/) - Ancient Grains The Story of Ancient Grains The Ancient Grains Einkorn, Emmer, Spelt & Heritage Wheat Agronomics Lessons About Ancient Wheat From Studies of Kamut Brand Khorasan Videos Marketing Ancient Grains Growing and Marketing Ancient Grains FBC/NDSU Evaluation of Emmer and Einkorn Ancient Grain Farmer Panel Plant Breeding Breeding Potatoes On-Farm Breeding OP Corn for - [Newsletter](https://www.npsas.org/resources/newsletter/) - NPSAS publishes a 32-page quarterly newsletter, The Germinator, consisting of research, industry news, new educational resources, articles written by member producers, organizational news, events, marketing resources, member profiles, recipes and health information and more. The Germinator is sent out to over 600 readers. Advertising - [Value Added Grains](https://www.npsas.org/farm-breeding-club/projects/value-added-grains/) - Value-added grains for local and regional food systems The objectives of this project are to: Evaluate germplasm of small grain crops with potentially high market value (including heritage wheat, emmer, spelt and einkorn) for adaptability to organic systems and for desirable grain and baking characteristics, including flavor and nutritional quality. Develop management recommendations for heritage wheat - [2016 Winter Conference](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/2016-winter-conference/) - Wenonah Hauter, Food & Water Watch Keynote Speaker Dr. Paul Dettloff, Organic Valley Farm Breeding Club (FBC) Bread Tasting Homegrown Entertainment Youth Workshop by Irene Graves Listening to one of the Keynote Presentations - [Farm Breeding Club](https://www.npsas.org/farm-breeding-club/) - About Us Projects Resources Events - [NPSAS Events](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/) - NPSAS Hosts a variety of educational events. Annual 3-day Winter Conference – 3 pre-conference workshops – 30+ educational workshops – 2 Keynote presentations – 50+ exhibitors – Live entertainment Field Tours Consumer Seminars - [2016 Winter Conference](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/2016-winter-conference-2/) - Wenonah Hauter, Food & Water Watch Keynote Speaker Dr. Paul Dettloff, Organic Valley & Dr. Paul’s Lab Keynote Speaker Farm Breeding Club (FBC) Bread Tasting Table Homegrown Entertainment Youth Workshop by Irene Graves Listening to one of the Keynote Presentations - [Links](https://www.npsas.org/resources/educational-resources/links/) - GMOs Non GMO Project Non GMO Shopping Guide Non GMO Report Institute for Responsible Technology GMO Free USA Video Links Genetic Roulette Dr. Mercola Interviews Dr. Don Huber Local Foods Where to find Local Foods in your area: ND Farmers Markets SD Local Foods Local Harvest Organic Certification International Certification Services Medina, ND Midwest - [Videos](https://www.npsas.org/farm-breeding-club/resources/videos/) - Keeping Squash Using Hand Pollination Keeping OP Corn Using Hand Pollination - [Hand Pollination](https://www.npsas.org/hand-pollination/) - [Videos](https://www.npsas.org/videos/) - The NPSAS Farm Breeding Club has a variety of educational videos, which can also be found on our youtube channel. - [Johnson Farms Field Day](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/johnson-farms-field-day/) - Johnson Farms Organic Farm Tour Thursday, July 28, 2016 Madison, SD Schedule: 8:30 – 9:30 Registration with coffee and muffins (St. Peters Lutheran Church) 9:30 – 10:00 “Sowing the future with beginning farmers” The Johnsons will share the history and development of over 40 years of organic farming. They will also cover the process of - [Johnson Farm Field Day](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/johnson-farm-field-day/) - Johnson Farm Field Day - [Who We Are](https://www.npsas.org/about-us/who-we-are/who-we-are/) - NPSAS is a non-profit - [Seed for Sale](https://www.npsas.org/resources/seed-for-sale/) - Coming Soon! - [My Neighbor's Acre](https://www.npsas.org/resources/my-neighbors-acre/) - Coming Soon! - [Lending Library](https://www.npsas.org/resources/lending-library/) - Coming Soon! - [Grants to Grow](https://www.npsas.org/resources/grants-to-grow/) - Coming Soon! - [Local Foods](https://www.npsas.org/resources/educational-resources/local-foods/) - Coming Soon! - [KVLY 6:30 Point of View](https://www.npsas.org/resources/educational-resources/gmos/kvly-630-point-of-view/) - Coming Soon! - [Dr. Don Huber](https://www.npsas.org/resources/educational-resources/gmos/dr-don-huber/) - Coming Soon! - [GMOs](https://www.npsas.org/resources/educational-resources/gmos/) - Coming Soon! - [2015 Winter Conference](https://www.npsas.org/npsas-calendar/2015-winter-conference/) - Coming Soon! - [Discussion Board Registration](https://www.npsas.org/discussion-board-registration/) - [bbp-register] - [Discussion Board Lost Password](https://www.npsas.org/discussion-board-lost-password/) - [bbp-lost-pass] - [FBC Updates](https://www.npsas.org/farm-breeding-club/fbc-updates/) ## Memberships - [Board](https://www.npsas.org/register/board/) - [Individual](https://www.npsas.org/register/individual/) - [Basic](https://www.npsas.org/register/basic/) - [Business](https://www.npsas.org/register/business/) - [Student](https://www.npsas.org/register/student/) - [Lifetime](https://www.npsas.org/register/lifetime/) ## Views - [Public Directory](https://www.npsas.org/frm_display/public-directory/) - [76][if 82 not_equal=""]([82])[/if 82] [79] [92] [if 98 not_equal=""] Livestock [98] [if 111 not_equal=""] Breeds: [111] [/if 111] [/if 98] [if 106 not_equal=""] Producer/Grower Producer or grower of the following items: [106] [/if 106] [if 109 not_equal=""] Crops [109] [if 116 not_equal=""]Do you practice No-Till? [116][/if 116] [/if 109] [if 113 not_equal=""] Services provided [113][/if ## Venues - [Hiddendale Farm](https://www.npsas.org/venue/hiddendale-farm/) - [Century Organic Farm](https://www.npsas.org/venue/century-organic-farm/) - [R&C Mittleider Farm Inc.](https://www.npsas.org/venue/mittleider/) - [St Peter on the Prairie](https://www.npsas.org/venue/st-peter-on-the-prairie-2/) - [465 Farmstead](https://www.npsas.org/venue/465-farmstead/) - [Grand Farms\](https://www.npsas.org/venue/grand-farms/) - [Rocking Z Acres](https://www.npsas.org/venue/rocking-z-acres/) - [Kevin and Sara Falk Farm](https://www.npsas.org/venue/kevin-and-sara-falk-farm/) - [Koeppe Family Fields](https://www.npsas.org/venue/koeppe-family-fields/) - [Carl Poss Ranch](https://www.npsas.org/venue/carl-poss-ranch/) - [River's Edge Convention Center](https://www.npsas.org/venue/rivers-edge-convention-center/) - [Marriott Madison West](https://www.npsas.org/venue/marriott-madison-west/) - [Arrowood Resort and Conference Center](https://www.npsas.org/venue/arrowood-resort-and-conference-center/) - [Albrecht’s Angel Honey Farm & Winery](https://www.npsas.org/venue/albrechts-angel-honey-farm-winery/) - [Dakota's Best Seed](https://www.npsas.org/venue/dakotas-best-seed/) - [Black Leg Ranch](https://www.npsas.org/venue/black-leg-ranch/) - [Bear Butte Farm](https://www.npsas.org/venue/bear-butte-farm/) - [SDSU Southeast Research Farm](https://www.npsas.org/venue/sdsu-southeast-research-farm/) - [Doubting Thomas Farm](https://www.npsas.org/venue/doubting-thomas-farm/) - [St. Peter on the Prairie](https://www.npsas.org/venue/st-peter-on-the-prairie/) - [NDSU Carrington Research Center](https://www.npsas.org/venue/ndsu-carrington-research-center/) - [Wedge Tent Ranch](https://www.npsas.org/venue/wedge-tent-ranch/) - [Monona Terrace 1 John Nolen Dr](https://www.npsas.org/venue/monona-terrace-1-john-nolen-dr/) - [Clarion Hotel Convention Center](https://www.npsas.org/venue/clarion-hotel-convention-center/) - [University of Iowa Memorial Union](https://www.npsas.org/venue/university-of-iowa-memorial-union/) - [Choice Bank Belfield ND](https://www.npsas.org/venue/choice-bank-belfield-nd/) - [Oliver Kelly Farm](https://www.npsas.org/venue/oliver-kelly-farm/) - [online](https://www.npsas.org/venue/online/) - [Hometown Credit Union (Old ICS Building)](https://www.npsas.org/venue/hometown-credit-union-old-ics-building/) - [Holiday Inn in Fargo, ND](https://www.npsas.org/venue/holiday-inn-fargo-nd/) - The 2019 Northern Plains Food & Farming Conference in Fargo ND is a 40th anniversary event of the establishment of what is now NPSAS. - [NDSU Greenhouse](https://www.npsas.org/venue/ndsu-greenhouse/) - [Fargo Library](https://www.npsas.org/venue/fargo-library/) - [Capitol Cinema Aberdeen](https://www.npsas.org/venue/capitol-cinema-aberdeen/) - [Robert D Johnson Building, Fargo](https://www.npsas.org/venue/robert-d-johnson-building-fargo/) - [Holiday Inn Fargo](https://www.npsas.org/venue/holiday-inn-fargo/) - [St. Peter's on the Prairie](https://www.npsas.org/venue/st-peters-on-the-prairie/) - [Wiskota Farm](https://www.npsas.org/venue/wiskota-farm/) - [Stockyards Ag Expereince](https://www.npsas.org/venue/stockyards-ag-expereince/) - [Prairie Road Organic Farm](https://www.npsas.org/venue/prairie-road-organic-farm/) - [Carrington Research Center](https://www.npsas.org/venue/carrington-research-center/) - [Baymont Inn & Suites](https://www.npsas.org/venue/baymont-inn-suites/) - [Southeast Tech - The Hub - Room HUB 220](https://www.npsas.org/venue/southeast-tech/) - [St. Peters Lutheran Church](https://www.npsas.org/venue/625/) - [Best Western Ramkota Hotel](https://www.npsas.org/venue/best-western-ramkota-hotel/) - [Holiday Inn](https://www.npsas.org/venue/holiday-inn/) - [Ramada Sioux Falls Airport Hotel & Suites](https://www.npsas.org/venue/ramada-sioux-falls-airport-hotel-suites/) - [Genesis Gardens Pulse of Life Church](https://www.npsas.org/venue/genesis-gardens-pulse-of-life-church/) - [Menoken Farm](https://www.npsas.org/venue/menoken-farm/) ## Organizers - [Minnesota Dept. of Ag](https://www.npsas.org/organizer/minnesota-dept-of-ag/) - [SDSU Extension](https://www.npsas.org/organizer/sdsu-extension/) - [South Dakota Extension Nutrition](https://www.npsas.org/organizer/south-dakota-extension-nutrition/) - [Organic Farmers Association](https://www.npsas.org/organizer/organic-farmers-association/) - [SARE](https://www.npsas.org/organizer/sare/) - [Northern Plains Sustainable Ag](https://www.npsas.org/organizer/northern-plains-sustainable-ag/) - [Northern Plains Sustainable Ag](https://www.npsas.org/organizer/northern-plains-sustainable-ag-2/) - [Carrington Research Extention Center](https://www.npsas.org/organizer/carrington-research-extention-center/) ## Events - [Mittleider Organic Farming with Generations](https://www.npsas.org/event/organic-farming-with-generations/) - Meet the Rick & Char Mittleider Farm family where you'll find years and generations of experience. quality work in the industry, and a wealth of knowledge put to good use. Join us on July 17 in Tappen ND as we talk about organic farming with generations. Not only will we talk about soil health, organic - [Organic Research Record Keeping Strategies & Questions for Transition](https://www.npsas.org/event/organic-research-record-keeping-strategies-questions-for-transition/) - Join the NDSU Carrington Research Center for their 2026 field day for their insightful tour on their current research programs in organic and regenerative agriculture as well as afternoon informational session with NPSAS. Check out the various organic research plots and learn the value and importance of this research and how it benefits the industry. - [Farm Breeder Network](https://www.npsas.org/event/farm-breeder-network-2-2-2/) - For this meeting of the Farm Breeding Network (FBN) we are encouraging members to attend the Carrington Research Center field days starting at 9:00 am where we will see the organic research being done followed by lunch, a presentation on organic record keeping, and finally a discussion with FBN members starting at 2:00 pm. Additionally, - [Century Organic Farm Field Day](https://www.npsas.org/event/century-organic-farm-field-day/) - Organic Farming Strategies for Transition & Maintenance The transition to organic farming can be an intimidating process. Join Century Organic Farm as they share their journey as well as what they're seeing from their Devyatka Buckwheat research project. Join NPSAS, OCIA MN, SARE, and Century Organic Farm at their field day in Clarksfield, MN on - [The Early Days of Transition and Farming with Data](https://www.npsas.org/event/the-early-days-of-transition-and-farming-with-data/) - At 465 Farmstead in Hartford, SD you'll find Blake Burggraff, an organic farmer who transitioned to organic production in recent years and he's learned a great deal along the way. Join fellow farmers interested in hearing the how and why behind his family's transition to organic farming practices, strategies for success, and challenges along the - [2027 Food and Farming Conference](https://www.npsas.org/event/2027-food-and-farming-conference/) - We are excited and looking forward to the 2027 Food and Sustainable Farming Conference at a new location in Watertown, SD at the Watertown Event Center. As always, we will have great speakers and engaging workshops ready too enlighten and reinvigorate producers for their ranch and farm's upcoming growing season. A sought after part of - [Meadowlark Farm and Mill Field Day](https://www.npsas.org/event/meadowlark-farm-and-mill-field-day/) - What a unique opportunity NPSAS has in 2026 to be working on a research project through SARE with farms in 4 different states. One of the participating farms is in Ridgeway, Wisconsin with John and Halee Wepking. As their website says, John and Halee met cooking at one of New York City’s most beloved restaurants, - [Hiddendale Farm Field Day at Turtle Lake](https://www.npsas.org/event/hiddendale-farm-turtle-lake-field-day/) - Come and check out the field tour at the Hiddendale Farm where host Glen Philbrick will demonstrate seed-based variety research as part of a trial across several states funded by Organic Seed Alliance. The project involves tracking data from planting to seed cleaning for three crops. The tour will also include a study involving two - [July 2026 NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/july-2026-npsas-board-meeting/) - This is the monthly meeting of the NPSAS Board of Directors. It is held virtually each month. Board Members meet in person in late March or early April for an annual retreat and at the annual conference in January. NPSAS members are welcome to ask for the link to attend and/or bring forth ideas that - [Johnson Farm From Organic Certification to Sustainability](https://www.npsas.org/event/johnson-farm-from-organic-certification-to-sustainability/) - Join us at the Johnson Family Organic Farm in Madison South Dakota on August 13, for their 2026 field day from Organic Certification to Sustainability. For 50 years the Johnson family has been farming organically, long before it was a commonly known practice. Learn from their years of experience and how they have created a - [Tech in Transition to Organic & Regenerative Farming](https://www.npsas.org/event/tech-in-transition-to-organic-regenerative-farming/) - Join us at Grand Farms in Casselton, ND for Tech in Transition to Organic & Regenerative Farming on June 12. Innovation in ag is an intrigue of most every farmer. They want to know what's new in the world that can help make the farm and rancher's lives easier, their operations more profitable, and - [June 2026 NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/june-2026-npsas-board-meeting/) - Due to a conflict with an organic farming field day in Vermillion co-hosted with South Dakota Specialty Production on the 3rd Thursday, June 18, this month's meeting is being held on Wednesday, June 17. This is the monthly meeting of the NPSAS Board of Directors. It is held virtually each month. Board Members meet in - [NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-board-meeting-6/2024-09-19/) - This is the monthly meeting of the NPSAS Board of Directors. It is held virtually each month. Board Members meet in person in late March or early April for an annual retreat and at the annual conference in January. NPSAS members are welcome to ask for the link to attend and/or bring forth ideas that - [Soil Health and Conservation Strategies for Transitioning to Organic Regenerative Ag](https://www.npsas.org/event/soil-health-and-conservation-strategies-for-transitioning-to-organic-regenerative-ag/) - Soil Health & Conservation Strategies for Transitioning to Small Scale Organic Regenerative Ag Join us on June 18, 2026 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. in Vermillion, S.D. for the field day “Soil Health & Conservation Strategies for Transitioning to Organic Regenerative Ag (Small Scale)” Participants will tour Genesis Gardens, a regenerative urban farm transitioning from conventional - [Farm Breeder Network](https://www.npsas.org/event/farm-breeder-network-2-2/2025-10-14/) - The Farm Breeding Network (FBN) brings farmers, chefs, processors, and eaters together to share knowledge and seed stock for seed saving, crop breeding and fellowship. This NPSAS committee gives farmers the information and discussion group they need in order to participate as partners in public plant breeding and to take on their own breeding projects - [2026 NPSAS Food & Farming Organic and Regenerative Farming Conference](https://www.npsas.org/event/2025-npsas-food-farming-organic-and-regenerative-farming-conference/) - CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT ALL THERE IS TO KNOW AND REGISTER FOR THE 2026 CONFERENCE - [Unlocking Organic Success: A Free Field Day at Menoken Farm!](https://www.npsas.org/event/unlocking-organic-success-a-free-field-day-at-menoken-farm/) - Join us for this informative event with a great tour of Menoken Farms in this perfect setting to talk about all things related to organic farming. This event is designed to help those who are interested and curious about the processes for transitioning to organic farming practices. Participants will tour Menoken farm, which employs a - [Organic Academy Road Show - Wessington, SD](https://www.npsas.org/event/organic-academy-road-show-wessington-sd/) - The Information is in the Data POST-PONED TO SEPTEMBER 9th - The event address is 20202 374th Ave Wessington, SD. FIELD DAY & TRAINING: Join Fellow Farmers for a great field day and conversation in Wessington, SD at Rocking Z Acres with BJ McNeil and his team. Learn how valuable data can be tracked and - [Organic Academy Road Show - Tappen, ND](https://www.npsas.org/event/organic-academy-road-show-tappen-nd/) - The Information is in the Data FIELD DAY & TRAINING: Join Fellow Farmers for a great field day and conversation in Tappen, ND at the Kevin and Sara Falk Farm. Learn how valuable data can be tracked and used to make some of the best decisions you'll make for your operation. Included with field day, - [Flame Weeding Green Beans Field Tour](https://www.npsas.org/event/flame-weeding-green-beans-field-tour/) - Do you want to learn more about using organic weed management techniques, scaling up production, and managing soil health? SDSU Extension and Koeppe Family Fields will host a free Flame Weeding Green Beans Field Tour on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 2:30-4:00 p.m. Location Koeppe Family Fields 45572 109th St Sisseton, SD 57262 Contact Kristine - [Pathways To Organic Beef Carl Poss Ranch Philip SD](https://www.npsas.org/event/pathways-organic-beef-carl-poss/) - Join us for an engaging and practical field day focused on transitioning to organic beef production, featuring Carl Poss, an experienced cattleman managing the family ranch who is exploring transitioning the family’s organic beef calves to USDA organic certification, and Dr. Angela Jackson, a regenerative organic farmer who developed a branded meat program selling to - [2025 Organic Field Day with NDSU Carrington Research Center](https://www.npsas.org/event/2025-organic-field-day-with-ndsu-carrington-research-center/) - Join the learning with those who have been providing professionally led organic agriculture research in North Dakota for many years. The 2025 NDSU Carrington Research Center Field Day will be held on July 22, 2025 starting at 9:00 am. A number of great topics will be covered including but not limited to: Morning Session from - [Quarterly Farm Breeder Network](https://www.npsas.org/event/quarterly-farm-breeder-network/) - The Farm Breeding Network (FBN) brings farmers, chefs, processors, and eaters together to share knowledge and seed stock for seed saving, crop breeding and fellowship. This NPSAS committee gives farmers the information and discussion group they need in order to participate as partners in public plant breeding and to take on their own breeding projects - [Celebrating 50 years organic - Johnson Family Farm Field Day](https://www.npsas.org/event/2025-johnson-family-farm-field-day/) - Celebrating 50 years! Join us for the 2025 Johnson Family Farm Field Day in Madison SD. While this is an annual event and a staple in the NPSAS line-up of field days, it is also a great celebration this year. Come and congratulate the Johnson Family and their rich history in organic agriculture. It is - [Developing and Organic System Plan](https://www.npsas.org/event/developing-and-organic-system-plan/) - Join NPSAS Board President, Martin Goter as a guest with Dr. Angela Jackson of South Dakota Specialty Producers for a panel webinar with ROC™ certified regenerative farmers. Martin will discuss how biodynamic and regenerative farming support his certifications and conservation efforts. Angela will share how she adapted her organic plan to meet ROC™ standards, focusing - [January 2026 NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/january-2026-npsas-board-meeting/) - The NPSAS Board of Directors will meet via zoom starting at 8:00 am, usually on the 3rd Thursday of the month with a goal to last one hour or less, but not more than two. If you have ideas or suggestions that you think would benefit the member of this organization or items you'd like - [December 2025 NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/december-2025-npsas-board-meeting/) - The NPSAS Board of Directors will meet via zoom starting at 8:00 am, usually on the 3rd Thursday of the month with a goal to last one hour or less, but not more than two. If you have ideas or suggestions that you think would benefit the member of this organization or items you'd like - [November 2025 NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/november-2025-npsas-board-meeting/) - The NPSAS Board of Directors will meet via zoom starting at 8:00 am, usually on the 3rd Thursday of the month with a goal to last one hour or less, but not more than two. If you have ideas or suggestions that you think would benefit the member of this organization or items you'd like - [October 2025 NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/october-2025-npsas-board-meeting/) - The NPSAS Board of Directors will meet via zoom starting at 8:00 am, usually on the 3rd Thursday of the month with a goal to last one hour or less, but not more than two. If you have ideas or suggestions that you think would benefit the member of this organization or items you'd like - [September 2025 NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/september-2025-npsas-board-meeting/) - The NPSAS Board of Directors will meet via zoom starting at 8:00 am, usually on the 3rd Thursday of the month with a goal to last one hour or less, but not more than two. If you have ideas or suggestions that you think would benefit the member of this organization or items you'd like - [August NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/august-npsas-board-meeting/) - The NPSAS Board of Directors will meet via zoom starting at 8:00 am, usually on the 3rd Thursday of the month with a goal to last one hour or less, but not more than two. If you have ideas or suggestions that you think would benefit the member of this organization or items you'd like - [July 2025 NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/july-2025-npsas-board-meeting/) - The NPSAS Board of Directors will meet via zoom starting at 8:00 am, usually on the 3rd Thursday of the month with a goal to last one hour or less, but not more than two. If you have ideas or suggestions that you think would benefit the member of this organization or items you'd like - [Robotics and AI Showcase in Organic Production](https://www.npsas.org/event/robotics-and-ai-showcase-in-organic-production/) - This first-time event in North Dakota is highlighting tools and techniques in organic production and transition to organic farming practices. Tuesday, June 17 - Robotics Showcase First stop: Tel Pudwill Farm located 7549 94th Street. SE Forbes, ND 58439 Afternoon Stop: Brett Miller farm located at 94th Street SE & 80th Ave Demonstrations and presentations - [NPSAS Food & Farming Sustainable Ag Conference](https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-food-farming-sustainable-ag-conference/) - Join the fun, networking, and learning at the longest running organic, regenerative, and sustainable agriculture conference in the region. This event has a wealth of knowledge and inspiration designed to bring together innovative farming practices that focuses on soil health, profits, reduction of inputs, healthy foods. and more. This event is being held in Aberdeen, - [Upper Midwest Urban & Rural Ag Innovation Conference](https://www.npsas.org/event/upper-midwest-urban-rural-ag-innovation-conference/) - The S.D. Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will host a two-day conference dedicated to producer education and small production operations on February 6-7, 2025, at Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center in Cedar Shore, Oacoma, SD. It makes no difference if you are an experienced professional or new to the - [Minnesota Organic Conference](https://www.npsas.org/event/minnesota-organic-conference/) - Join the Minnesota Department of Agriculture as they bring together a great group of speakers, inciteful workshops, 80 tradeshow booths, and a great group of people to network with regarding all things related to organic farming. This annual event takes place in St. Cloud, MN at the River's Edge Convention Center. Keynote speakers this year - [AcresUSA Eco-Ag Conference & Trade Show](https://www.npsas.org/event/acresusa-eco-ag-conference-trade-show/) - Immerse yourself in the future of agriculture at the Eco-Ag Conference & Trade Show From an intensive, all-day Eco-Ag U workshops on Days 1 and 2 to thought-provoking talks, roundtables, and cutting-edge trade show on Days 3 and 4, you'll gain practical, science-based knowledge that you can implement immediately on your farm. Expert speakers will - [Webinar: Identifying Organic Specialty Grain and Crop Markets](https://www.npsas.org/event/webinar-identifying-organic-specialty-grain-and-crop-markets/) - South Dakota Specialty Producers is hosting a webinar focusing on the increasing opportunities in organic grain and crop markets. This webinar is focused on growers in the Great Plains region and more specifically for those farmers interested in transitioning to organic farming practices. You'll get interesting and valuable information on market identification. The webinar will - [South Dakota Local Foods Conference](https://www.npsas.org/event/south-dakota-local-foods-conference/) - Celebrate the farmers and eaters of South Dakota at the South Dakota Local Foods Conference. This event brings together all those who care about growing and buying local foods that keep our environment and local economies growing. Attend this great event to learn and celebrate everything great about local foods. This year's theme is Cultivating - [High Tunnel Course](https://www.npsas.org/event/high-tunnel-course/) - This course has multiple presenters giving great insight and information on high tunnel growing in the upper Midwest. This event is being co-hosted by NDSU and SDSU at the Avalon Events Center in Fargo, ND and NDSU. Click the link for more information, - [Grazing Logic: Women in Conservation](https://www.npsas.org/event/grazing-logic-women-in-conservation/) - At this one-day event is free of charge. Participants will learn about adaptive grazing management, diversifying your operation, soil health, and plant ID. The speakers will be: Katrina Johnson, NRCS District Conservationist Elizabeth Morical, NDGLC Mentor Amanda Njos, NDGLC Mentor Presented by Audubon Great Plains, NDSU Extension - Bowman County, North Dakota Grazing Lands Coalition, - [Marketing Organic Row Crops Field Day](https://www.npsas.org/event/marketing-organic-row-crops-field-day/) - 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 - [Webinar: Understanding Approved Materials for Use in Organic Crop and Livestock Production](https://www.npsas.org/event/webinar-understanding-approved-materials-for-use-in-organic-crop-and-livestock-production/) - Understanding Approved Materials for Use in Organic Crop and Livestock Production This one-hour online workshop dives deep into selecting materials approved for organic crop and livestock production under the USDA National Organic Program (NOP). Gain valuable knowledge on: NOP regulations: Learn how to identify and use approved substances to stay compliant with organic standards. Organic - [Field Day: Maintaining Organic Integrity of Seed Grain Cleaning and Handling](https://www.npsas.org/event/field-day-maintaining-organic-integrity-of-seed-grain-cleaning-and-handling/) - Join SDSPA and TOPP Plains region for an insightful learning experience at Dakota’s Best Seed facility, where we will explore the critical practices and protocols necessary to maintain organic integrity throughout all the steps in seed grain processing and handling. This event is perfect for transitioning organic farmers, processors, and agricultural professionals interested in - [Pitchfork and Hoe](https://www.npsas.org/event/pitchfork-and-hoe/) - The Valley City, North Dakota Bluegrass Festival is happening on Saturday, September 7th! Enjoy a full day of bluegrass entertainment, featuring 15 speakers, free vendor booths, and more. Learn about foraging, food preservation, North Dakota Lamb and Wool Producers, the North Dakota Goat Association, organic seeds, food education, record keeping, knife sharpening, soil health, gardening, - [2024 Sustainable Ranchers Tour](https://www.npsas.org/event/2024-sustainable-ranchers-tour/) - 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 - [Our Local Plate: Farmfest and Market](https://www.npsas.org/event/our-local-plate-farmfest-and-market/) - Enjoy Breakfast with Chef Beth Dooley, a James Beard Awarded Food Writer, for a Chef's demo & talk featuring her cookbook: The Perennial Kitchen: Simple Recipes for a Healthy Future. Breakfast grazing table included in ticket price; book signing to follow. Then onto the Farm Fest and Market where your ticket includes a meal - [Field to Feast](https://www.npsas.org/event/field-to-feast/) - From Field to Feast: A Fargo Area Farm Tour This 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 - [NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-board-meeting-5/) - 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 - [Farm Innovation Expo](https://www.npsas.org/event/farm-innovation-expo/) - Join NPSAS and other great organic, regenerative, and sustainable ag professionals at the 2024 Farm Innovation Expo. *Event WILL go on, rain or shine. The Farm Innovation Expo is the largest event of it’s kind for Organic Farmers anywhere in the United States and Canada. Join hundreds of like minded, serious Row Crop Farmers and Brands from Across the U.S and - [Investigating Transition to Organic Field Day - Rocking Z Acres](https://www.npsas.org/event/investigating-transition-to-organic-field-day-rocking-z-acres/) - 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. Rocking - [Shifting Gears](https://www.npsas.org/event/shifting-gears/) - Shifting Gears - Learn to Drive Farm Equipment If 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 - [Intro To Organic Agriculture](https://www.npsas.org/event/intro-to-organic-agriculture-2/) - Attend this Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) event with Menoken Farm, ACRES USA, FARRMS, & NPSAS to learn: Transition to organic production tips and ideas The organic inspection process Crop rotation Equipment needs in organic production Marketing organic grains and products Soil health strategies If you plan to attend, find the go to the - [SDSU Organic Field Day 2024](https://www.npsas.org/event/sdsu-organic-field-day-2024/) - 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). Farmers from all sizes and types of production are welcome to attend this hands-on field day. Anyone - [Transitioning to Organic Vegetable Production](https://www.npsas.org/event/transitioning-to-organic-vegetable-production/) - 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 - [Walk With Gabe Brown](https://www.npsas.org/event/walk-with-gabe-brown/) - Enjoy the wisdom of this inspirational leader talking all about cover crops. Doubting Thomas Farm - 12506 20th St N, Moorhead, MN July 24, 2024 9:30 am - 1:00 pm This event is full an no longer taking reservations. - [Organic Academy Road Show - North Dakota](https://www.npsas.org/event/organic-academy-road-show-north-dakota/) - Organic Academy Road Show - North Dakota FIELD 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 - [Organic Academy Road Show - SD](https://www.npsas.org/event/organic-academy-road-show-sd/) - 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 - [Transition to Organic Webinar](https://www.npsas.org/event/transition-to-organic-webinar/) - 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 - [July 2024 NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/july-2024-npsas-board-meeting/) - 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. If you're - [June 2024 NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/june-2024-board-meeting/) - 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. If you're - [Common Ground Virtual Watch Party](https://www.npsas.org/event/common-ground-virtual-watch-party/) - 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 - [NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-board-meeting-2/) - 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 - [NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-board-meeting-8/) - 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 - [NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-board-meeting-4/) - 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 - [](https://www.npsas.org/event/3700/) - 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 - [NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-board-meeting-3/) - 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 - [NPSAS Board Retreat](https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-board-retreat/) - 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 - [Women on the Range](https://www.npsas.org/event/women-on-the-range/) - 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. - [In Defense of Biology](https://www.npsas.org/event/in-defense-of-biology/) - 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 - [World Soil Day Webinar](https://www.npsas.org/event/world-soil-day-webinar/) - 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. This event is supported by NPSAS and USDA TOPP Program. - [OGRAIN Winter Conference](https://www.npsas.org/event/ograin-winter-conference/) - 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. Farmers interested in organic row-crop production and those interested in food-grade grain - [North Dakota Grazing Lands Coalition](https://www.npsas.org/event/north-dakota-grazing-lands-coalition/) - Annual Meeting & Winter Conference January 16-17, 2024 Clarion Hotel Convention Center - Minot, ND - [Cereal Innovators Webinar](https://www.npsas.org/event/cereal-innovators-webinar/) - 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, - [So You're Thinking about Going Organic - by David Vetter](https://www.npsas.org/event/so-youre-thinking-about-going-organic-by-david-vetter/) - 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 - [Iowa Organic Conference](https://www.npsas.org/event/iowa-organic-conference/) - 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 - [Community, Cattle, and Conservation](https://www.npsas.org/event/community-cattle-and-conservation/) - Community, Cattle, and Conservation Come and learn more about Grazing techniques that benefit soil health and your wallet! November 14 12:00 MST Choice Bank Belfield, ND Partners for this event are Pheasants Forever, North Dakota Grazing Lands Coalition, and the North Dakota Wildlife Federation. Register Here - [Bob Quinn - Author Grain By Grain Webinar](https://www.npsas.org/event/bob-quinn-author-grain-by-grain-webinar/) - 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. With his - [Pitchfork & Hoe](https://www.npsas.org/event/pitchfork-hoe/) - 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 - [20 Years of Renewing the Countryside](https://www.npsas.org/event/20-years-of-renewing-the-countryside/) - When: Saturday, October 14, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Where: Anderson Center at Tower View 163 Tower View Dr. Red Wing, MN 55066 What's in store? What's in store: Farm-to-table small plates from Judy Krohn, formerly of Harbor View Cafe, and our own Brett Olson, registered foodie Libations, featuring local wine, beer, cider, and cocktails from Tattersall Distilling - [Stengel Seed Field Day Open House & 50th Anniversary](https://www.npsas.org/event/stengel-seed-open-house-50th-anniversary/) - 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 - [Hemp Decortication Plant Open House & Conference](https://www.npsas.org/event/hemp-decortication-plant-open-house-conference/) - 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. This is a UDSA Transition to Organic Partnership sponsored event. - [POSTPONED to 2024 - Brad Wolbert Family Organic Farm Tour](https://www.npsas.org/event/brad-wolbert-family-organic-farm-tour/) - 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. Brad Wolbert is farming with his father-in-law and - [Johnson Farms Organic Tour Field Day](https://www.npsas.org/event/johnson-farms-organic-tour-field-day/) - 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 - [Carrington Research Center - TOPP - SARE - NPSAS](https://www.npsas.org/event/carrington-research-center-sare-npsas/) - 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. This is a UDSA - [USDA TOPP Transition to Organic Field Day](https://www.npsas.org/event/usda-topp-transition-to-organic-field-day/) - 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 - [Hemp Erosion Control Field Day](https://www.npsas.org/event/hemp-erosion-control-field-day/) - 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. Technical session topics include hemp incorporation into erosion prevention materials, steps and processes for installing hemp-based materials at - [High Tunnel Field Day](https://www.npsas.org/event/high-tunnel-field-day/) - 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 - [South Dakota Crunch Off](https://www.npsas.org/event/south-dakota-crunch-off/) - 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 - [Grain Clawback Webinar with Farmers](https://www.npsas.org/event/grain-clawback-webinar-with-farmers/) - 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. Following their presentations, we will open the - [NCI October Cereal Innovators Webinar](https://www.npsas.org/event/nci-october-cereal-innovators-webinar/) - 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. So, mark your calendars! You won’t want to miss this webinar! - [Intro to Organic Agriculture](https://www.npsas.org/event/intro-to-organic-agriculture/) - 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 - [Ancient Grains Conference](https://www.npsas.org/event/ancient-grains-conference/) - 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. - [Crops, Covers, and Cows - Menoken Farms Field Day](https://www.npsas.org/event/crops-covers-and-cows-menoken-farms-field-day/) - 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: Blake Vince - 5th Generation Farm family considered to be no-till pioneers from Canada Steve Groff - Author, farmer internationally known for cover-crop & no-till practices from Pennsylvania Lance Gartner - - [4th Annual Organic Farm Innovation Expo](https://www.npsas.org/event/4th-annual-organic-farm-innovation-expo/) - 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. - [2024 NPSAS Food & Farming Sustainable Farming Conference](https://www.npsas.org/event/2024-npsas-food-farming-sustainable-farming-conference/) - MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!!! Book your rooms today in the Hotel Block for NPSAS at the Ramkota Inn and Convention Center or call 605-229-4040 Sponsorship Opportunities & Sponsorship Form - [NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-board-meeting/) - 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. - [Farm Breeder Network Committee Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/event/farm-breeder-network-committee-meeting/) - 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. - [NPSAS 2023 Food & Farming Conference](https://www.npsas.org/event/npsas-2023-food-farming-conference/) - Food Farming - [Farm Breeder Network](https://www.npsas.org/event/farm-breeder-network/) - Monthly Farm Breeder Network is for anyone who is part of NPSAS or wants to be part of NPSAS that is interested in generating ideas and research to create opportunities for organic, regenerative, and sustainable farmers & ranchers to grow quality foods and seed development through collaboration with growers, buyers and end users. This is a - [Farm Breeder Network Zoom Call](https://www.npsas.org/event/farm-breeder-potluck/) - With the weather and the roads, we are postponing the potluck for a later date, but will still have a zoom meeting. The zoom meeting will be at 1:00pm and can be accessed via ZOOM CLICK HERE FARM BREEDER NETWORK ZOOM CALL Where: ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89672948703?pwd=RjVyNlIySUhnZ1F1b2VqbE1TeHBMUT09 When: March 13, 2023, from 1:00pm Who: Anyone who is part of - [Soil Health 101 with Glen Rabenberg](https://www.npsas.org/event/soil-health-101-with-glen-rabenberg/) - Mark your calendars for the National Ag Day speaker sharing his always insightful and entertaining perspective to help farmers do better. This Soil and Plant Health 101 is an excellent introductory reminder of what every producer should know about soil and plant health. 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[value-add ag](https://www.npsas.org/tag/value-add-ag/) - [Organic Farmers Association](https://www.npsas.org/tag/organic-farmers-association/) - [Pipeline Foods](https://www.npsas.org/tag/pipeline-foods/) - [organic buyer bankruptcy](https://www.npsas.org/tag/organic-buyer-bankruptcy/) - [Crunch Off](https://www.npsas.org/tag/crunch-off/) - [local foods](https://www.npsas.org/tag/local-foods/) - [high tunnels](https://www.npsas.org/tag/high-tunnels/) - [specialty crop production](https://www.npsas.org/tag/specialty-crop-production/) - [SDSU Extension](https://www.npsas.org/tag/sdsu-extension/) - [hemp](https://www.npsas.org/tag/hemp/) - [MN Dept. of Ag](https://www.npsas.org/tag/mn-dept-of-ag/) - [AURI](https://www.npsas.org/tag/auri/) - [hemp field day](https://www.npsas.org/tag/hemp-field-day/) - [industrial hemp](https://www.npsas.org/tag/industrial-hemp/) - [TOPP](https://www.npsas.org/tag/topp/) - [Transition to Organic Production Program](https://www.npsas.org/tag/transition-to-organic-production-program/) - 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[Grain by Grain](https://www.npsas.org/tag/grain-by-grain/) - [The Germinator](https://www.npsas.org/tag/the-germinator/) - [Nate Powell-Palm](https://www.npsas.org/tag/nate-powell-palm/) - [Gary Zimmer](https://www.npsas.org/tag/gary-zimmer/) - [Pitchfork and HoeRane Richardson](https://www.npsas.org/tag/pitchfork-and-hoerane-richardson/) - [Prairie Coteau Farm](https://www.npsas.org/tag/prairie-coteau-farm/) - [Pitchfork and Hoe](https://www.npsas.org/tag/pitchfork-and-hoe/) - [Blue Grass Music](https://www.npsas.org/tag/blue-grass-music/) - [Valley City ND](https://www.npsas.org/tag/valley-city-nd/) - [cattle](https://www.npsas.org/tag/cattle/) - [conservation](https://www.npsas.org/tag/conservation/) - [Iowa Organic Conference](https://www.npsas.org/tag/iowa-organic-conference/) - [transition to organic](https://www.npsas.org/tag/transition-to-organic/) - [World Soil Day](https://www.npsas.org/tag/world-soil-day/) - [Northern Crop Institute](https://www.npsas.org/tag/northern-crop-institute/) - [OGRAIN Conference](https://www.npsas.org/tag/ograin-conference/) - [Frank Kralicek](https://www.npsas.org/tag/frank-kralicek/) - [Blaine Schmaltz](https://www.npsas.org/tag/blaine-schmaltz/) - [carbon credits](https://www.npsas.org/tag/carbon-credits/) - [2024 Food & Farming Sustainable Ag Conference](https://www.npsas.org/tag/2024-food-farming-sustainable-ag-conference/) - [A Real Organic Project](https://www.npsas.org/tag/a-real-organic-project/) - [In Defense of Biology](https://www.npsas.org/tag/in-defense-of-biology/) - [Women on the Range](https://www.npsas.org/tag/women-on-the-range/) - [Shannon Carmichael](https://www.npsas.org/tag/shannon-carmichael/) - [NPSAS Board Meeting](https://www.npsas.org/tag/npsas-board-meeting/) - [Green Lightning](https://www.npsas.org/tag/green-lightning/) - [Rocking Z Acres](https://www.npsas.org/tag/rocking-z-acres/) - [Carolyn Lane](https://www.npsas.org/tag/carolyn-lane/) - [organic transition](https://www.npsas.org/tag/organic-transition/) - [Gabe Brown](https://www.npsas.org/tag/gabe-brown/) - [Cover Crop](https://www.npsas.org/tag/cover-crop/) - [BJ McNeil](https://www.npsas.org/tag/bj-mcneil/) - [Menoken Farms](https://www.npsas.org/tag/menoken-farms/) - [Jerry Matzner](https://www.npsas.org/tag/jerry-matzner/) - [Century Farm Organics](https://www.npsas.org/tag/century-farm-organics/) - [Ken Jenkins](https://www.npsas.org/tag/ken-jenkins/) - [Peak Ag Solutions](https://www.npsas.org/tag/peak-ag-solutions/) - [Bear Butte Gardens](https://www.npsas.org/tag/bear-butte-gardens/) - [South Dakota Specialty Producers Association](https://www.npsas.org/tag/south-dakota-specialty-producers-association/) - [South Dakota State University Extension](https://www.npsas.org/tag/south-dakota-state-university-extension/) - [SDSU Southeast Research Farm](https://www.npsas.org/tag/sdsu-southeast-research-farm/) - [Doubting Thomas Farms](https://www.npsas.org/tag/doubting-thomas-farms/) - [Farm equipment training](https://www.npsas.org/tag/farm-equipment-training/) - [Farm Innovation Expo 2024](https://www.npsas.org/tag/farm-innovation-expo-2024/) - [FARRMS](https://www.npsas.org/tag/farrms/) - [Crooked Lane Farm](https://www.npsas.org/tag/crooked-lane-farm/) - [Ten Seven Acres](https://www.npsas.org/tag/ten-seven-acres/) - [Exit 44 Flowers](https://www.npsas.org/tag/exit-44-flowers/) - [Family Roots Farm](https://www.npsas.org/tag/family-roots-farm/) - [Milk Made](https://www.npsas.org/tag/milk-made/) - [Our Local Plate](https://www.npsas.org/tag/our-local-plate/) - [women in conservation](https://www.npsas.org/tag/women-in-conservation/) - [ND Grazing Lands Coalition](https://www.npsas.org/tag/nd-grazing-lands-coalition/) - [Mad Capital](https://www.npsas.org/tag/mad-capital/) - [2025 Food and Farming Conference](https://www.npsas.org/tag/2025-food-and-farming-conference/) - [Health Insurance options for agriculture](https://www.npsas.org/tag/health-insurance-options-for-agriculture/) - [Laser Weeding](https://www.npsas.org/tag/laser-weeding/) - [LaserWeeder](https://www.npsas.org/tag/laserweeder/) - [Venner Farm](https://www.npsas.org/tag/venner-farm/) - [Ray Archuleta](https://www.npsas.org/tag/ray-archuleta/) - [Jolene Brown](https://www.npsas.org/tag/jolene-brown/) - [South Dakota Local Foods Conference](https://www.npsas.org/tag/south-dakota-local-foods-conference/) - [UMURAI Conference](https://www.npsas.org/tag/umurai-conference/) - [Urban Midwest Urban & Rural Innovation Conference](https://www.npsas.org/tag/urban-midwest-urban-rural-innovation-conference/) - [ACRES USA](https://www.npsas.org/tag/acres-usa/) - [Eco-Ag Conference](https://www.npsas.org/tag/eco-ag-conference/) - [Minnesota Organic Conference](https://www.npsas.org/tag/minnesota-organic-conference/) - [Tom Cotter](https://www.npsas.org/tag/tom-cotter/) - [Mark Schiller](https://www.npsas.org/tag/mark-schiller/) - [Simeon Rossi](https://www.npsas.org/tag/simeon-rossi/) - [2025 Food and Farming Sustainable Ag Conference](https://www.npsas.org/tag/2025-food-and-farming-sustainable-ag-conference/) - 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[Iowa Grain indemnity fund](https://www.npsas.org/tag/iowa-grain-indemnity-fund/) - [Sara and Kevin Falk](https://www.npsas.org/tag/sara-and-kevin-falk/) - [Johnson Organic Farm](https://www.npsas.org/tag/johnson-organic-farm/) - [Carrington Research Center](https://www.npsas.org/tag/carrington-research-center/) - [Wyatt and Mariah Heine](https://www.npsas.org/tag/wyatt-and-mariah-heine/) - [Dakota Organic Academy Road Show](https://www.npsas.org/tag/dakota-organic-academy-road-show/) - [satellites for soil testing](https://www.npsas.org/tag/satellites-for-soil-testing/) - [2026 Food and Farming Conference](https://www.npsas.org/tag/2026-food-and-farming-conference/) - [Carmen and Sally Fernholz](https://www.npsas.org/tag/carmen-and-sally-fernholz/) - [Russ Tweiten](https://www.npsas.org/tag/russ-tweiten/) - [Transfering the Family Farm to the next generation](https://www.npsas.org/tag/transfering-the-family-farm-to-the-next-generation/) - [Blake Burggraff](https://www.npsas.org/tag/blake-burggraff/) - 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