Events

Soil Health Conference

Large scale event bringing the leading local, regional, and international soil health experts to South Dakota. The conference features several keynote speakers as well as a variety of breakout sessions and networking opportunities. Typically, 1.5-2 days in length with an average attendance between 300-400 individuals.
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Events Calendar

Access our Events Calendar for the latest opportunities to learn more about soil health and other conservation related topics. Brought to you by the SD Soil Health Coalition and many other partners in the agricultural community.

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Soil Health School

The 2025 Soil Health School is set for September 3-5 in Huron, SD, and it is designed for agricultural producers as well as anyone with an interest in learning how to manage soils for resiliency and profit. The agenda features classroom style presentations by producers and technical experts from across the state and region, as well as hands-on experiences in the field. Area producers will share their challenges and successes with various methods for improving soil health, to an average class size of 30-40.
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West River Soil Health School

In 2025 the South Dakota Soil Health Coalition will a West River Soil Health School for the first time! This School, June 25-26 in Caputa, SD, will focus on issues specific to the land, climate and and ag production systems of western South Dakota. Designed for agricultural producers as well as anyone with an interest in learning how to manage soils for resiliency and profit. The agenda features classroom style presentations by producers and technical experts from across the state and region, as well as hands-on experiences in the field. Area producers will share their challenges and successes with various methods for improving soil health, to an average class size of 30-40.
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Registration Open for 2026 Soil Health Conference!

The 2026 Soil Health Conference will be held Jan. 13-14 in Aberdeen, SD. Don't miss this outstanding opportunity to learn more about soil health land management practices! In addition to the keynote speakers, this conference will feature breakout sessions, discussion panels, award presentations, demonstrations, vendor booths, student contests, and more! This is a chance to network with experienced sustainable agriculture producers and experts and brainstorm solutions for your land management challenges!

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SD Leopold Conservation Award Seeks Applicants

SD Leopold Conservation Award Seeks Applicants

Sand County Foundation Applications are being accepted for the 2026 South Dakota Leopold Conservation Award®. The $10,000 award honors ranchers, farmers, and forestland owners who go above and beyond in their management of soil health, water quality, and wildlife...

Fall harvest reveals wildlife benefits of soil health

Fall harvest reveals wildlife benefits of soil health

By Janelle Atyeo for South Dakota Soil Health Coalition PIERRE, SD – Judging by the number of pheasants stirred up from his fields during corn harvest, Craig Stehly was anticipating a bountiful hunting season. He attributes that to the weather, a good hatch this...