Hosted by SDSPA in partnership with NRCS
Upper Midwest Urban & Rural Ag Innovation Conference
February 8-9th, 2024
Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center at Cedar Shore Oacoma, SD
UMURAI CONFERENCE
S.D. Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to host a two day, multi-state conference focused on producer education and small production operations, February 8-9th, 2024 at Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center at Cedar Shore Oacoma, SD
Whether you are a seasoned veteran or just starting out, our conference is the perfect opportunity to learn from experts in the field, network with like-minded professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends and innovations.
Reserve your seat today! Lodging and other information about the event space can be found here, for special room rates please inform the hotel that you are with the SDSPA conference by calling them at 605-234-6376.
If you have any interest in presenting or vending at this event please email sdspainfo@gmail.com.
More information about our partnership with NRCS:
Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the South Dakota Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA) have formed a partnership to build the capacity of local partners’ knowledge to develop and implement effective strategies in supporting producers in the building of a sustainable local food system. The partnership will incorporate conservation and wise use and management of natural resources that are sustainable both for producers and the environment.
2024 Event Updates
- Speaker Highlight: Bryan Mitchell, Program Director for the Electrical Trades program and Co-Program Director of the Controlled Environment Agriculture program at Western Dakota Technical College
Day: Friday, February 9 | Session: 3 | Time: 1:00 pm to 1:45 pm Organization: Western Dakota Technical College Session… Read more: Speaker Highlight: Bryan Mitchell, Program Director for the Electrical Trades program and Co-Program Director of the Controlled Environment Agriculture program at Western Dakota Technical College - Speaker Highlight: Kent Vlieger, State Soil Health Specialist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
Day: Friday, February 9 | Session: 4 | Time: 2:15 pm to 3:00 pm Organization: Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)… Read more: Speaker Highlight: Kent Vlieger, State Soil Health Specialist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) - Speaker Highlight: Gary Shafer, ISP Technologies, Inc.
Day: Thursday, February 8 | Session: 1 | Time: 10:45 am to 11:45 am Organization: Farm Integrated Soil & Plant… Read more: Speaker Highlight: Gary Shafer, ISP Technologies, Inc.
Gallery of the 2023 Conference:
March 21 – 22, 2023 in Ft. Pierre at Drifters Events Center.
What Was Cultivated In 2023?
Last March, The Upper Midwest Urban and Rural Ag Innovation Conference (UMURAI) brought together experts, practitioners, and enthusiasts from around the upper Midwest to share their experiences and knowledge in the field of urban and rural agriculture production.
The conference in 2023 was held over two days and consisted of a variety of sessions, networking opportunities, round table discussions, and entertainment.
The main theme of the conference was producer education with a focus on addressing topics such as finding markets to sell products, pest management, free range chicken keeping, soil health, high tunnel and windbreak establishments, and how to best extend growing periods.
If you have any interest in presenting or vending at this event please email sdspainfo@gamil.com.
Download the 2024 UMURAI Conference Booklet
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