ANR Connections will provide newer natural resource professionals with a broad overview of South Dakota's main agricultural production systems. Participants will learn from seasoned career professionals, meet innovative conservation-minded producers, network with growers and conservation professionals, learn to connect with people in local communities, and participate in hands-on agricultural activities. The timeline of this curriculum follows the growing seasons of major crops and livestock in South Dakota, from planting and birth to harvest.
Quotes from Past Participants
- “I'm definitely glad that I was able to take this course, especially since a lot of what I learned is directly related to the work that I do…”
- “I think it definitely gave me more tools for my toolkit, especially when it comes to having more productive conversations with landowners.”
- “It also boosted my confidence in not being as unfamiliar with farming and ranching practices.”
- “Because of the wide array of topics and expertise to learn from within this course, I think that everyone can gain valuable knowledge from this.”
Multi-Faceted Educational Opportunities
- In-Person Meetings-The welcome and Celebration dates are in-person, attendance required dates.
- Self-Directed Videos-Required and optional materials will be available online
- Live Zoom Webinars-Zoom conferences will be held weekly to discuss and answer questions about the information provided in the self-directed webinars.
- Tours-Industry tours will provide a hands-on opportunity to learn about SD agriculture from farmers and ranchers.
- Experiences-Research farms, visiting farmers and ranchers, and participating in other in-person events will provide opportunities to interact with and learn from industry experts.
In-Person Attendance Requirements
- June 1 – In-Person Welcome and Training session, Pierre
- June 18 – Beef Cattle Tour, Ideal
- July 1 – Swine Tour, Brookings
- July 31 – Specialty Ag Tour,
- Week of August 11, exact date TBD – Dairy Tour
- August 31 – Wrap Up and Celebration session, TBD
Registration
Before registering, ensure attendance at all in-person events can be committed to. Register using the form below. Registration includes online training, in-person training, meals/snacks at in-person sessions, and vans or buses for tours, if needed. The participants or organizations are responsible for travel expenses for touring meeting places and for the welcome and wrap-up sessions. Registration required by May 22.
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