MCIA

National Organic Standards Board Meeting
2024-10-22 - 2024-10-24 | Hilton Portland Downtown, 921 SW Sixth Ave, Portland, OR, 97204, United States
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).
The 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.

ASTA Forage, Turf, and Conservation Seed Conference
2024-10-29 08:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Westin Kansas City at Crown Center, 1 East Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
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!

Minnesota Ag & Food Summit
2024-11-07 08:00 - 14:00 | Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 Second Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States

South Dakota Local Foods Conference
2024-11-08 - 2024-11-09 | The Journey Museum, 222 New York St, Rapid City, SD, 57701, United States
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.

Iowa Organic Conference
2024-11-24 - 2024-11-25 | University of Iowa Memorial Union, 125 North Madison Street, Iowa City, IA, 52242, United States
Organic Farming: Healthy Soils, Clean Water: Seeking Integrity in Every Practice

MCIA Office Closed: Thanksgiving
2024-11-28 - 2024-11-29 | MCIA Office, 1900 Hendon Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55423, United States
The office of the Minnesota Crop Improvement Association will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

MCIA Board of Directors Meeting
2024-12-04 | MCIA Office, 1900 Hendon Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55423, United States
Fall meeting of the MCIA Board of Directors.

ASTA Field Crop Seed Convention
2024-12-10 - 2024-12-13 | Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Dr, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States

Prairie Grains Conference
2024-12-12 | Alerus Center, 1200 South 42nd Street, Grand Forks, ND, 58201, United States

MCIA Office Closed: Christmas
2024-12-24 - 2024-12-26 | MCIA Office, 1900 Hendon Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55423, United States
The office of the Minnesota Crop Improvement Association will be closed in observance of the Christmas holiday.

MCIA Office Closed: New Year's Day
2025-01-01 | MCIA Office, 1900 Hendon Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55423, United States
The office of the Minnesota Crop Improvement Association will be closed in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday.

Small Grains Update Meeting
2025-01-07 12:00 - 16:00 | TAK Music Venue, 1710 Center Avenue, Dilworth, Minnesota, 56529, United States
Presenters and topics include: Dr. Jim Anderson, Spring Wheat Breeder, UMN: Spring Wheat Variety Selection for 2025; Bruce Kleven, Legislative Strategist for MN Wheat: 2025 Minnesota Legislative Session Update; Dr. Angie Peltier, Extension Crops Educator, UMN NWROC, Crookston: Growing Healthier Soybeans; Dr. Maciej Kazula, Research Director, MN Corn: Your Corn Check-off at Work in Research; Jim Emter, CEO, Van Ahn & Company, Inc.: A Four Step Plan to Successful Grain Marketing in Uncertain Times.
Attendance is free; registration is not necessary.

Small Grains Update Meeting
2025-01-08 08:00 - 12:00 | Legion Recreation Center, 580 2nd Ave W, Halstad, MN, 56548, United States

Small Grains Update Meeting
2025-01-08 12:00 - 16:00 | Youngquist Auditorium, 2900 University Ave, Crookston, MN, 56716, United States

Minnesota Organic Conference
2025-01-09 - 2025-01-10 | River’s Edge Convention Center, 10 4th Ave S, Saint Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
Each year, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture hosts this conference and trade show for farmers and others interested in organic agriculture.
Location: St. Cloud, Minnesota

Minnesota Fruit & Vegetable Expo
2025-01-09 - 2025-01-10 | Pahl’s Farm, 6885 160th W St, Apple Valley, MN, 55124, United States

Small Grains Update Meeting
2025-01-09 08:30 - 12:30 | Lancaster Community Center, Lancaster, MN, 56735, United States

Small Grains Update Meeting
2025-01-09 12:00 - 16:00 | Gene’s Bar and Grill, 1095 3rd St NW, Roseau, MN, 56751, United States

Small Grains Update Meeting
2025-01-10 08:30 - 12:30 | St. Hilaire Community Center, Saint Hilaire, MN, 56754, United States

MCIA Office Closed: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2025-01-20 | MCIA Office, 1900 Hendon Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55423, United States
The office of the Minnesota Crop Improvement Association will be closed in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday.

MCIA Board of Directors Meeting
2025-01-21, 2025-02-04 | Virtual

MN AG EXPO
2025-01-22 - 2025-01-23 | Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Reunite with the agriculture community January 22-23, 2025 during MN Ag Expo at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center in Mankato. Over the course of two days, Minnesota’s marquee winter agriculture gathering sets our sights on the future by offering networking opportunities; educational sessions; a full trade show floor; dynamic speakers; fundraising events – and more!

Northern Plains Food and Farming Conference
2025-01-23 - 2025-01-25 | Ramkota Inn, Aberdeen, SD, United States
The keynote speakers are: Jolene Brown, Ray Archuleta, and Bob Quinn

Soil Management Summit
2025-01-29 - 2025-01-30 | Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
The Soil Management Summit emphasizes proven farmer experience and applied science. Learn how heavier, colder soils aren’t necessarily the challenge they’re made out to be. Hear from long-time no-till, reduced tillage, and cover crop farmers as they share their experiences and hard-learned lessons.
The Summit features presentations and Q&A with researchers, farmers and agricultural advisors, information from sponsors, and conversations with farmers experienced in different soil health practices. We will offer CCA continuing education units (CEUs) to those who attend the entire conference.

MCIA Annual Meeting
2025-01-29 10:00 - 15:00 | Holiday Inn & Suites St. Cloud, 75 S 37th Ave, Saint Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
For additional information about this event, please visit MCIA’s Annual Meeting page.

Best of the Best in Wheat and Soybean Research
2025-02-05 08:00 - 15:15 | Alerus Center, 1200 South 42nd Street, Grand Forks, ND, 58201, United States
North Dakota State University and University of Minnesota Extension, along with Minnesota and North Dakota wheat and soybean commodity groups have joined together to present producers with current research information from researchers and extension specialists. Join us! Meetings are free. Registration is requested.

Best of the Best in Wheat and Soybean Research
2025-02-06 08:00 - 15:15 | Courtyard Fargo Moorhead, 1080 28th Ave S, Moorhead, MN, 56560, United States

SFA Annual Conference
2025-02-08 | College of Saint Benedict, 37 S College Ave, Saint Joseph, MN, 56374, United States

Small Grains Update Workshop
2025-02-13 13:00 - 15:00 | North Central Research and Outreach Center, 1861 Highway 169 East, Grand Rapids, MN, 55744, United States
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.
