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UID:4619-1714381200-1714586400@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:National Organic Standards Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) assists USDA in the development of standards for substances to be used in organic production and advises the Secretary of Agriculture on any other aspects of the implementation of the Organic Foods Production Act (OFPA). \nThe NOSB typically meets twice per year in various locations around the United States. The meeting is also broadcast live. Prior to meetings\, the NOSB reviews written public comments and listens to oral public comments. During meetings\, the NOSB discusses agenda items\, and then votes on recommendations to the Secretary in a public forum.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/national-organic-standards-board-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Hilton Milwaukee City Center\, 509 W Wisconsin Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203\, United States
CATEGORIES:National Organic Standards Board
ORGANIZER;CN="National Organic Standards Board":MAILTO:Michelle.arsenault@usda.gov
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240528
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20230522T160850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T210741Z
UID:3904-1716768000-1716854399@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Office Closed: Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:The office of the Minnesota Crop Improvement Association will be closed in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-office-closed-memorial-day-4/
LOCATION:MCIA Office\, 1900 Hendon Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55423\, United States
CATEGORIES:MCIA Office Closed
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Crop Improvement Association":MAILTO:mncia@mncia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240506T213631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T215837Z
UID:4838-1717070400-1717081200@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Organic Swine Field Day
DESCRIPTION:We will showcase how integrating hybrid rye into organic swine production may help with reducing feed and bedding costs in organic pig production based on data collected at the WCROC over the last two years.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/organic-swine-field-day/
LOCATION:West Central Research & Outreach Center\, 46352 State Hwy 329\, Morris\, MN\, 56267\, United States
CATEGORIES:UMN Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240506T212838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T212838Z
UID:4834-1717236000-1717257600@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Full Circle Organic Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join the 2024 Marbleseed Farmers of the Year for a tour of their farm! Learn from their diversified enterprises including organic vegetables\, grass-fed beef\, pastured pork and poultry as well as conservation practices implemented on the farm. Come at any point during the day to see these different enterprises and learn more from these amazing farmers. \nThe Adamski family’s roots stretch back five generations on their 240-acre farm in Seymour. Rick and Valerie use managed grazing as the cornerstone method for raising certified organic beef. The farm provides a balanced ecological system to protect waterways\, increase soil health and sequester carbon\, and increase wildlife and biodiversity.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/full-circle-organic-experience/
LOCATION:Full Circle Community Farm\, W2407 Hofa Park Rd\, Seymour\, WI\, 54165\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marbleseed Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240529T135022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T135022Z
UID:4883-1717603200-1717614000@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Marbleseed Organic Field Day
DESCRIPTION:From Basic to Better (to Best) – Wash/Pack Area Construction \nGood post-harvest handling is essential for food safety as well as the appearance and shelf life of your market produce. It doesn’t take a lot of time or money to get started on improving your own farm’s cleaning and packaging. Join us to take at look at how Sinsinawa Mound Collaborative farmers are continuously improving their collective and individual capacity to cool\, clean and package the produce they grow and sell. \nWe’ll see how different cooling and washing methods can be employed from the field to the packshed. With minor investments\, farmers can begin to implement good post-harvest practices to ease their workload and improve harvest quality. The farmers at Sinsinawa showcase the creative use of common tools and everyday objects to make harvests easier and more efficient while improving the quality of their produce.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/marbleseed-organic-field-day-5/
LOCATION:Sinsinawa Mound Collaborative\, 585 Country Road Z\, Sinsinawa\, WI\, 53824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marbleseed Field Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240620
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20231222T140430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T140430Z
UID:4385-1718496000-1718841599@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:AOSCA Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/aosca-annual-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort\, 9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy W\, Miramar Beach\, FL\, 32550\, United States
CATEGORIES:AOSCA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240603T212024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T212024Z
UID:4913-1718627400-1718636400@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Small Grain Summer Plot Tour—Rochester
DESCRIPTION:The small grain summer plot tours provide farmers and crop consultants with the tools to make small grain production successful and profitable. Learn how to manage wheat\, barley\, rye\, triticale\, and oats at these in-person\, free events across the state. Farmers will get to see up to 180 varieties in the field\, participate in hands-on demonstrations\, and ask questions of UMN experts. \nPests\, diseases\, and what to expect from this crop after a record warm winter and a wet spring will be top of the agenda. Crop variety selection and other production concerns such as herbicide carryover will also be highlighted during each of the tours. Participants are highly encouraged to bring any field samples for diagnosis and/or conversation. \nA boxed lunch will be served before the tour. \nThe plot is located near the corner of Collegeview Rd E. and 70th Ave. NE (GPS: 44.023910\, -92.341220).
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/small-grain-summer-plot-tour-rochester/
LOCATION:Lawler Farms\, 1301 70th Ave NE\, Eyota\, MN\, 55934\, United States
CATEGORIES:UMN Extension Plot Tour
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Minnesota Extension":MAILTO:mnext@umn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240603T212812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T212837Z
UID:4916-1718787600-1718794800@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Small Grain Summer Plot Tour—Le Center
DESCRIPTION:The small grain summer plot tours provide farmers and crop consultants with the tools to make small grain production successful and profitable. Learn how to manage wheat\, barley\, rye\, triticale\, and oats at these in-person\, free events across the state. Farmers will get to see up to 180 varieties in the field\, participate in hands-on demonstrations\, and ask questions of UMN experts. \nPests\, diseases\, and what to expect from this crop after a record warm winter and a wet spring will be top of the agenda. Crop variety selection and other production concerns such as herbicide carryover will also be highlighted during each of the tours. Participants are highly encouraged to bring any field samples for diagnosis and/or conversation. \nPlot GPS coordinates: 44.457107\, -93.679389 \nLunch will be served at the farm shop after the plot tour.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/small-grain-summer-plot-tour-le-center/
LOCATION:Ruth Hoefs/Ron Pomije Farm\, 20676 340th St\, LeCenter\, MN\, 56057\, United States
CATEGORIES:UMN Extension Plot Tour
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Minnesota Extension":MAILTO:mnext@umn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240603T214232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T214518Z
UID:4920-1718816400-1718823600@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Small Grain Summer Plot Tour—Benson
DESCRIPTION:The small grain summer plot tours provide farmers and crop consultants with the tools to make small grain production successful and profitable. Learn how to manage wheat\, barley\, rye\, triticale\, and oats at these in-person\, free events across the state. Farmers will get to see up to 180 varieties in the field\, participate in hands-on demonstrations\, and ask questions of UMN experts. \nPests\, diseases\, and what to expect from this crop after a record warm winter and a wet spring will be top of the agenda. Crop variety selection and other production concerns such as herbicide carryover will also be highlighted during each of the tours. Participants are highly encouraged to bring any field samples for diagnosis and/or conversation. Stay for brats after the tour. \nPlot GPS coordinates: 45.38939\, -95.52145
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/small-grain-plot-tour-benson-2/
LOCATION:Lee’s Seed Farm\, 670 50th Ave NE\, Benson\, MN\, 56215\, United States
CATEGORIES:UMN Extension Plot Tour
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Minnesota Extension":MAILTO:mnext@umn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240704T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240704T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240605T223205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T223205Z
UID:4925-1720080000-1720112400@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Office Closed: Independence Day
DESCRIPTION:The office of the Minnesota Crop Improvement Association will be closed in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-office-closed-independence-day-4/
LOCATION:MCIA Office\, 1900 Hendon Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55423\, United States
CATEGORIES:MCIA Office Closed
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Crop Improvement Association":MAILTO:mncia@mncia.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240710
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240221T220027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T145925Z
UID:4594-1720483200-1720569599@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Summer meeting of the MCIA Board of Directors.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-board-of-directors-meeting-12/
LOCATION:Alexandria\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
CATEGORIES:MCIA Board of Directors
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Crop Improvement Association":MAILTO:mncia@mncia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240529T165731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T165819Z
UID:4896-1720598400-1720623600@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Soil Health Field Day: Understanding Biological Soil Tests
DESCRIPTION:This is a 201 level workshop. \nJoin Sustainable Farming Association consultants Kent Solberg and Jonathan Kilpatrick\, along with staff from the Lake of the Woods and Roseau County Soil and Water Conservation Districts for a soil health field day in Northern Minnesota. \nWe will begin in the classroom\, looking over the results of soil health tests (Haney\, PLFA\, and Total Nutrient Digestion) taken this spring from local producers farms. \nWe will then tour the 3 farms where the tests were taken to see the crops and do hands-on soil health testing (water infiltration\, aggregation\, and penetrometer) and visually assess the condition of the soils. \nWith a better understanding of how soil functions and how biology unlocks nutrients and makes them available to the plants\, you can learn how to lower input costs in your cropping rotation! \nLunch is provided. Free admission. Registration requested. \nPresented in collaboration with Lake of the Woods and Roseau County Soil and Water Conservation Districts.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/soil-health-field-day-understanding-biological-soil-tests/
LOCATION:Roosevelt Community Center\, Main St\, Roosevelt\, MN\, 56673\, United States
CATEGORIES:SFA Soil Health Field Day
ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Farming Association":MAILTO:info@sfa-mn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240718
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240529T164010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T164022Z
UID:4889-1721174400-1721260799@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:NWROC Crops and Soils Day
DESCRIPTION:The Northwest Research and Outreach Center’s Crops and Soils Day provides an opportunity for NWROC’s faculty and staff to show off the important research that takes place each year at our Center. The event is intended for producers\, agricultural professionals\, and the community to learn first-hand the results of research relevant to farming issues of today. \nCrops and Soils Day takes place on Wednesday\, July 17\, 2024\, at NWROC’s Maintenance/Farm Operations building south of Polk County Hwy 71 on NWROC’s campus. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. for the morning small grains tours. We will board the buses at 8:00 a.m. to start the tours.  Lunch takes place at about noon followed by registration for the afternoon sugarbeet tour at 12:15. We board the buses at 12: 45.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/nwroc-crops-and-soils-day/
LOCATION:Northwest Research and Outreach Center\, 2900 University Ave\, Crookston\, MN\, 56716\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northwest Research and Outreach Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Northwest Research and Outreach Center":MAILTO:mbenoit@umn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240529T164803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T164900Z
UID:4892-1721928600-1721941200@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:LSP Twin Cities Cookout and Potluck
DESCRIPTION:We here at the Land Stewardship Project are looking forward to connecting with our members and supporters across the region to dream up new ways to move forward our vision of keeping land and people together. While the work we do at the Capitol\, out at field days\, and in many\, many Zoom meetings is essential\, we also believe it’s important to connect with each other just for fun too! Community keeps us rooted\, and that’s why we’re returning for yet another Twin Cities Cookout & Potluck on Thursday\, July 25\, from 5:30-9 p.m.\, in the yard of our Minneapolis office. \nThis year we are bringing back all the classic cookout favorites: The BEST potluck in the Twin Cities! LSP will provide burgers and brats sourced from member-farms\, as well as grilled vegetarian protein; we ask that guests bring their favorite potluck dish to share. Pie and Art Raffle: This year we are enhancing an LSP favorite with the opportunity to win some locally-made art as well! An opportunity to hear from LSP members and staff about on-the-ground organizing and how you can get involved. \nLet us know you can make it to ensure we order enough food and supplies.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/lsp-twin-cities-cookout-and-potluck/
LOCATION:Land Stewardship Project\, Minneapolis Office\, 821 E 35th St Suite 200\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407\, United States
CATEGORIES:Land Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240529T170829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T170951Z
UID:4901-1722074400-1722092400@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Identifying Grasses on a Sustainable Farm
DESCRIPTION:Identifying Grasses and Other Plants on a Sustainable Farm: “Gazing at Graminoids” \nJoin the Crow River Chapter of the Sustainable Farming Association for a day of identifying and learning about plants found on a sustainable and organic farm. \nWe’ll start the day with a class/workshop focusing on grasses led by Department of MBS Prairie Ecologist\, Rhett Johnson\, author of the “Field Guide to Minnesota Grasses”. This morning session will be indoors at the South Shore Event Center\, and will focus on graminoid (grass) specific anatomy and terminology\, some of the major taxa (groups) of grasses that are common in Minnesota\, and how to approach learning grasses and identifying them in the field. It will include presentations and looking at actual pressed and fresh collected grasses. \nAt noon\, we’ll have a “working lunch” at the Event Center (included). Provided by Dan & Becky’s Market.  Vegetarian and gluten-free options will be available. \nNext\, we’ll drive out to Living Song Farm\, where Rhett will be joined by Missy Anderson\, plant propagation specialist at the Three Rivers Park District native plant nursery. The two of them will lead a walk through the farm’s permanent pasture\, field margins and conservation areas\, identifying the vast variety of flora\, native and introduced\, and even the inevitable invasives. We’ll also take a moment to visit the grassfed beef herd and the newly harvested garlic crop. \nRegistration is required. No walkups.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/identifying-grasses-on-a-sustainable-farm/
LOCATION:South Shore Event Center\, 733 6th St\, Howard Lake\, MN\, 55349\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Farming Association
ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Farming Association":MAILTO:info@sfa-mn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240809
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240529T145406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T145406Z
UID:4887-1722902400-1723161599@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Farmfest
DESCRIPTION:At Farmfest\, we strive to bring together the best in agribusiness from Minnesota and around the country. We endeavor to provide one place for farmers to network\, experience and learn to grow their farming operations. \nWe use 50 acres of land to showcase products\, services and technologies from over 500 exhibitors and vendors. Through careful planning and organization\, we provide live product demonstrations\, host smart and insightful educational sessions and organize fun family activities to not only help farmers grow their family businesses but also to celebrate farming and the rural lifestyle.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/minnesota-farmfest-3/
LOCATION:Farmfest Show Site\, 28366 County Highway 13\, Morgan\, MN\, 56266\, United States
CATEGORIES:Minnesota Farmfest
ORGANIZER;CN="IDEAg Group%2C LLC":MAILTO:IDEAgOps@IDEAgGroup.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240903
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240221T221312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T221312Z
UID:4605-1724284800-1725321599@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota State Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Great Minnesota Get-Together.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/minnesota-state-fair-4/
LOCATION:Minnesota State Fairgrounds\, 1265 Snelling Avenue North\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Minnesota State Fair
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240903
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240730T153614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T153814Z
UID:5082-1725235200-1725321599@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Office Closed: Labor Day
DESCRIPTION:The office of the Minnesota Crop Improvement Association will be closed in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-office-closed-9/
LOCATION:MCIA Office\, 1900 Hendon Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55423\, United States
CATEGORIES:MCIA Office Closed
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Crop Improvement Association":MAILTO:mncia@mncia.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240909T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240909T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240529T185456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T185456Z
UID:4907-1725897600-1725904800@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Soil Health and Urban Farm Conservation Practices
DESCRIPTION:Soil Health and Urban Farm Conservation Practices with NRCS \nJoin the Twin Cities Metro Growers Network at California Street Farm for a tour and discussion on Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) opportunities for urban and peri-urban growers! \nThis event is free to attend. Registration requested\, walkups welcome. \nAgenda:\n4pm: Arrival & networking time\n4:30pm Elyssa speaks about her farm\, practices\, high tunnels\, soil management/soil health practices\, and future interests. Watering source (hydrant) and methods (drip and overhead). Markets and selling information.\n~5:15pm: John will speak on NRCS funding program opportunities\, EQIP program for high tunnels and other programs that Elyssa would be eligible for based on her onsite practices.\n5:30pm: Lia Spaniolo discusses nutrient management in high tunnels\, 100 farms soil study\, and impacts on soil & environmental health. \nThe Twin Cities Metro Growers Network is a collaboration between University of Minnesota Extension and Sustainable Farming Association.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/soil-health-and-urban-farm-conservation-practices/
LOCATION:California Street Farm\, 72 22nd Ave NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 5418 Most popular places at this a\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Farming Association
ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Farming Association":MAILTO:info@sfa-mn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240906T170701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T170701Z
UID:5127-1726753500-1726768800@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Organic Weed Control in Vegetables
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on training to understand the theory and practice for ag educators and farmers\nControlling weeds is the biggest challenge on many vegetable farms\, especially for organic farms and those transitioning to organic. Labor time used in killing weeds can be so hard for farmers’ wallets and their backs. There are a wide variety of weeding tools available for all scales that can save farmers time and money – but it can be hard to choose the right weeding implement and to know how to adjust them in the field to be effective. Farmers also use different scales of machinery – hand tools\, two wheel tractors\, and 4-wheel tractors – and it is helpful for ag advisors to understand machinery options for different scales. \nThis event brings together an experienced farmer and an organic weed control expert to guide participants into understanding the many weeding tool options and becoming familiar with how to use them. You’ll take a farm tour to see how weed management is planned into every part of Cattail Organics farm\, and then spend time in the vegetable field learning about weed ecology\, seeing many weeding tools\, learning how to adjust them to match field conditions\, and trying them yourself in a demo plot. \nThis event will help Ag advisors (Extension\, NRCS\, agronomists\, non-profits) better understand and help farmers with weed management. Also farmers can learn about new tools\, try new tools\, and reduce the weeds on their farm.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/organic-weed-control-in-vegetables/
LOCATION:Cattail Organics\, 247011 Baldwin Creek Rd\, Athens\, WI\, 54411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marbleseed Field Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241025
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240906T165857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T165857Z
UID:5123-1729555200-1729814399@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:National Organic Standards Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) assists USDA in the development of standards for substances to be used in organic production and advises the Secretary of Agriculture on any other aspects of the implementation of the Organic Foods Production Act (OFPA). \nThe NOSB typically meets twice per year in various locations around the United States. The meeting is also broadcast live. Prior to meetings\, the NOSB reviews written public comments and listens to oral public comments. During meetings\, the NOSB discusses agenda items\, and then votes on recommendations to the Secretary in a public forum.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/national-organic-standards-board-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Hilton Portland Downtown\, 921 SW Sixth Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97204\, United States
CATEGORIES:National Organic Standards Board
ORGANIZER;CN="National Organic Standards Board":MAILTO:Michelle.arsenault@usda.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240912T143851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T143851Z
UID:5141-1730190600-1730215800@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:ASTA Forage\, Turf\, and Conservation Seed Conference
DESCRIPTION:ASTA’s Forage\, Turf and Conservation Seed Conference is held in conjunction with the Western Seed Association’s Annual Meeting each year in Kansas City\, Missouri. The ASTA programming typically includes meetings on cover crops\, environmental and conservation seed\, sorghum seed\, and topics of interest to grass\, turf\, forage\, conservation and cotton seed companies. Join us this October!
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/asta-forage-turf-and-conservation-seed-conference-2/
LOCATION:Westin Kansas City at Crown Center\, 1 East Pershing Rd\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
CATEGORIES:ASTA
ORGANIZER;CN="ASTA":MAILTO:info@betterseed.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240906T171635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T171635Z
UID:5131-1730966400-1730988000@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Ag & Food Summit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/minnesota-ag-food-summit-4/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Convention Center\, 1301 Second Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Minnesota Ag & Food Summit
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241110
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240912T144738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T144738Z
UID:5143-1731024000-1731196799@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:South Dakota Local Foods Conference
DESCRIPTION:For over ten years\, the South Dakota Local Foods Conference has provided education and networking for both producers and supporters of local foods. This ever-growing conference is a broad-spectrum event aimed at creating a better local food system in South Dakota. It celebrates South Dakota farmers\, eaters\, and food systems professionals who are committed to developing resilient communities and equitable food systems through sustainable agriculture\, robust partnerships\, and community education.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/south-dakota-local-foods-conference-2/
LOCATION:The Journey Museum\, 222 New York St\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57701\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Dakota Local Foods Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="South Dakota Local Foods Coalition":MAILTO:gabbi@dakotarural.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241126
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240906T172014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T172014Z
UID:5133-1732406400-1732579199@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Organic Conference
DESCRIPTION:Organic Farming: Healthy Soils\, Clean Water: Seeking Integrity in Every Practice
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/iowa-organic-conference-4/
LOCATION:University of Iowa Memorial Union\, 125 North Madison Street\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52242\, United States
CATEGORIES:Iowa Organic Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa State University Organic Agriculture Program":MAILTO:kdelate@iastate.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241130
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240730T154039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T154039Z
UID:5086-1732752000-1732924799@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Office Closed: Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:The office of the Minnesota Crop Improvement Association will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-office-closed-thanksgiving-5/
LOCATION:MCIA Office\, 1900 Hendon Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55423\, United States
CATEGORIES:MCIA Office Closed
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Crop Improvement Association":MAILTO:mncia@mncia.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241205
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240221T220757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T165806Z
UID:4601-1733270400-1733356799@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Fall meeting of the MCIA Board of Directors.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-board-of-directors-meeting-13/
LOCATION:MCIA Office\, 1900 Hendon Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55423\, United States
CATEGORIES:MCIA Board of Directors
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Crop Improvement Association":MAILTO:mncia@mncia.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241214
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240912T145025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T145025Z
UID:5147-1733788800-1734134399@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:ASTA Field Crop Seed Convention
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/asta-field-crop-seed-convention/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Orlando\, 9801 International Dr\, Orlando\, FL\, 32819\, United States
CATEGORIES:ASTA
ORGANIZER;CN="ASTA":MAILTO:info@betterseed.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241213
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240912T145807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T145807Z
UID:5149-1733961600-1734047999@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Grains Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/prairie-grains-conference-4/
LOCATION:Alerus Center\, 1200 South 42nd Street\,  Grand Forks\, ND\, 58201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prairie Grains Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association of Wheat Growers":MAILTO:mnwheat@mnwheat.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227
DTSTAMP:20260418T053914
CREATED:20240730T154319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T154319Z
UID:5088-1734998400-1735257599@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Office Closed: Christmas
DESCRIPTION:The office of the Minnesota Crop Improvement Association will be closed in observance of the Christmas holiday.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-office-closed-christmas-4/
LOCATION:MCIA Office\, 1900 Hendon Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55423\, United States
CATEGORIES:MCIA Office Closed
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Crop Improvement Association":MAILTO:mncia@mncia.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR