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SUMMARY:Small Grains Update Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The University of Minnesota Extension is offering small grain workshops across Minnesota in February to address successful small grain management. Workshops will focus on production agronomics\, variety selection\, and economics\, and will include an open-forum discussion for related topics and on-farm experiences. These events are sponsored by the Minnesota Wheat Research and Promotion Council. Pre-registration is requested.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/small-grains-update-workshop-3/
LOCATION:4H Family Center\, 320 S Plut Ave\, Le Center\, MN\, 56057\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Grains Update Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Minnesota Extension":MAILTO:mnext@umn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20241115T155231Z
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UID:5377-1739959200-1739966400@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Small Grains Update Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The University of Minnesota Extension is offering small grain workshops across Minnesota in February to address successful small grain management. Workshops will focus on production agronomics\, variety selection\, and economics\, and will include an open-forum discussion for related topics and on-farm experiences. These events are sponsored by the Minnesota Wheat Research and Promotion Council. Pre-registration is requested.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/small-grains-update-workshop-4/
LOCATION:The Great Blue Heron\, 305 5th Ave S\, Cold Spring\, MN\, 56320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Grains Update Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Minnesota Extension":MAILTO:mnext@umn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20240918T134510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T134510Z
UID:5173-1740038400-1740243600@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference
DESCRIPTION:Growing the Organic Movement Since 1990 \nThe Marbleseed (formerly MOSES) Organic Farming Conference is widely known as the largest organic farming conference in the United States. Every year regenerative and organic farmers from a wide range of farm sizes\, experiences\, and backgrounds gather to learn the latest in organic farming methods\, build community\, and shape the future of the organic farming movement. \nWhether you’re certified organic\, using organic practices on your regenerative farm\, or considering the switch to organic\, you’ll find the people\, partners\, and skill-building opportunities to help your farm business thrive.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/marbleseed-organic-farming-conference-3/
LOCATION:La Crosse Center\, 300 Harborview Plaza\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20241115T155941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T155941Z
UID:5379-1740056400-1740063600@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Small Grains Update Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The University of Minnesota Extension is offering small grain workshops across Minnesota in February to address successful small grain management. Workshops will focus on production agronomics\, variety selection\, and economics\, and will include an open-forum discussion for related topics and on-farm experiences. These events are sponsored by the Minnesota Wheat Research and Promotion Council. Pre-registration is requested.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/small-grains-update-workshop-5/
LOCATION:Murray County 4-H Building\, Slayton\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Grains Update Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Minnesota Extension":MAILTO:mnext@umn.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20241115T160235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T015335Z
UID:5381-1740132000-1740139200@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Small Grains Update Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The University of Minnesota Extension is offering small grain workshops across Minnesota in February to address successful small grain management. Workshops will focus on production agronomics\, variety selection\, and economics\, and will include an open-forum discussion for related topics and on-farm experiences. These events are sponsored by the Minnesota Wheat Research and Promotion Council. Pre-registration is requested.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/small-grains-update-meeting-9/
LOCATION:McKinney’s on Southside\, 300 14th St S\, Benson\, Minnesota\, 56215
CATEGORIES:Small Grains Update Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Minnesota Extension":MAILTO:mnext@umn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20250203T162734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T162734Z
UID:5637-1740558600-1740574800@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Perennial Ryegrass Production Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda includes: \n\n2024 Grass Seed Research Trials\nHerbicide\, Fungicide\, Growth Regulator Trials\nGrass Seed Marketing Update\nFertility and Insect Management\nHybrid Rye and Hybrid Wheat Production and Marketing
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/perennial-ryegrass-production-meeting/
LOCATION:Gene’s Bar and Grill\, 1095 3rd St NW\, Roseau\, MN\, 56751\, United States
CATEGORIES:University of Minnesota Grass Seed Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20250306T170946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T170946Z
UID:5729-1742342400-1742515199@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Midwest Grazing and Soil Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join the Sustainable Farming Association in Willmar\, Minnesota for two days of impactful\, hands-on sessions! Our 2025 Summit will bring together leading experts in grazing and livestock integration into cropping systems. Choose from breakout topics such as virtual fencing\, winter grazing\, small ruminants\, new NRCS EQIP opportunities\, and more. You’ll also hear from inspiring keynote speakers\, including farmers from Canada who are proving that regenerative farming and ranching can be profitable. You’ll be joined by fellow farmers\, ranchers\, and ag professionals from across the Midwest. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn with the best in the field!
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/midwest-grazing-and-soil-health-summit/
LOCATION:Willmar Conference Center\, 240 23rd St SE\, Willmar\, MN\, 56201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Farming Association
ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Farming Association":MAILTO:info@sfa-mn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20250224T191052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T191747Z
UID:5713-1742428800-1742515199@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Spring meeting of the MCIA Board of Directors.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-board-of-directors-meeting-14/
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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250410
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20250312T143728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T143728Z
UID:5747-1744156800-1744243199@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Women's Agricultural Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:2025 Women’s Agricultural Leadership Conference\nRooted in Agriculture: Cultivating Leadership; Growing Together
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/womens-agricultural-leadership-conference-2/
LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Dr\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women in Ag Leadership Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Agricultural Leadership Conference":MAILTO:womensaglead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250416
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20241115T140425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T140425Z
UID:5334-1744675200-1744761599@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:AOSCA Northern Regional Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/aosca-northern-regional-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AOSCA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20240730T154946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T154946Z
UID:5094-1744934400-1745020799@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Office Closed
DESCRIPTION:The office of the Minnesota Crop Improvement Association will be closed Friday\, April 18\, 2025.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-office-closed-10/
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:20250428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250430
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20250327T223158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T223158Z
UID:5803-1745798400-1745971199@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota State FFA Convention
DESCRIPTION:In April more than 6\,000 FFA members and guests from across the state participate in general sessions\, competitive events\, educational tours\, leadership workshops\, visit with colleges\, and more.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/minnesota-state-ffa-convention-2/
LOCATION:Minnesota State Fairgrounds\, 1265 Snelling Avenue North\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
CATEGORIES:FFA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20250327T223530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T223530Z
UID:5805-1745928000-1746118800@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-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:National Organic Standards Board
ORGANIZER;CN="National Organic Standards Board":MAILTO:Michelle.arsenault@usda.gov
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250527
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20240730T155102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T155102Z
UID:5096-1748217600-1748303999@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-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;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20250428T143720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T143720Z
UID:5838-1749369600-1749747600@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:AOSA/SCST Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/aosa-scst-annual-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Missoula Downtown\, 200 S Pattee St\, Missoula\, MT\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:AOSA/SCST
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250616T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20250603T203831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T204653Z
UID:5871-1750060800-1750352400@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:AOSCA 2025 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies (AOSCA) welcomes all Members to attend the 2025 Annual Meeting being held in Kansas City\, KS.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/aosca-2025-annual-meeting-in-kansas-city/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton – Overland Park KS\, 10100 College Boulevard\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66210\, United States
CATEGORIES:AOSCA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20250224T191509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T204303Z
UID:5715-1752105600-1752191999@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-17/
LOCATION:Warroad\, Minnesota\, Warroad\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:MCIA Board of Directors
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Crop Improvement Association":MAILTO:mncia@mncia.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250901T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20250225T161037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T163035Z
UID:5719-1755759600-1756760400@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota State Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Great Minnesota Get-Together.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/minnesota-state-fair-5/
LOCATION:Minnesota State Fairgrounds\, 1265 Snelling Avenue North\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Minnesota State Fair
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20250224T191628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T191628Z
UID:5717-1763510400-1763596799@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-18/
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:20260128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260129
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20250507T204909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T205039Z
UID:5849-1769558400-1769644799@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-annual-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn & Suites St. Cloud\, 75 S 37th Ave\, Saint Cloud\, MN\, 56301\, United States
CATEGORIES:MCIA Annual Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Crop Improvement Association":MAILTO:mncia@mncia.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20260203T145327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T145327Z
UID:6063-1772092800-1772298000@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference
DESCRIPTION:Farmer-Led. Rooted In Organic.\nTHE MARBLESEED ORGANIC FARMING CONFERENCE BRINGS FARMERS TOGETHER TO LEARN\, CONNECT\, AND SHAPE THE FUTURE OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE.\nFor over thirty years\, this annual gathering has been a cornerstone of the Midwest’s organic movement—uniting farmers\, educators\, and advocates for hands-on learning\, shared wisdom\, and community rooted in farmer-led\, organic principles.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/marbleseed-organic-farming-conference-4/
LOCATION:La Crosse Center\, 300 Harborview Plaza\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20260304T034413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T034413Z
UID:6105-1774512000-1774544400@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:March 26\, 2026\n\n\n\nSpring meeting of the MCIA Board of Directors.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-board-of-directors-meeting-19/
LOCATION:MCIA Office\, 1900 Hendon Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55423\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Crop Improvement Association":MAILTO:mncia@mncia.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260404
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20260401T134456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T134456Z
UID:6118-1775174400-1775260799@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Office Closed
DESCRIPTION:MCIA Office will be closed Friday April 3rd.
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-office-closed-11/
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:20260525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTSTAMP:20260416T030038
CREATED:20260401T134729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T134729Z
UID:6122-1779667200-1779753599@www.mncia.org
SUMMARY:MCIA Office Closed
DESCRIPTION:MCIA Office will be closed Monday May 25th
URL:https://www.mncia.org/event/mcia-office-closed-12/
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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