Registration

2027 Soil Health Conference Registration

January 26-27, 2026 – Best Western Plus Ramkota Hotel

Sioux Falls, SD

Registration for the 2027 conference is not yet open. Please check this space later to register.

A photo of several people standing in a field of cover crops that are about shoulder high.

Registration Open for 2026 Soil Health Schools!

The Coalition will host two Soil Health Schools in 2026! The West River Soil Health School is set for June 24-25 near Caputa, SD, and the South Dakota Soil Health School is set for Sept. 15-17 near Twin Brooks and Marvin, SD. These events are 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. Registration is open, so check out our events page to learn more!

News & Events

Awards Announced at Soil Health Conference

Awards Announced at Soil Health Conference

During the Tenth Annual Soil Health Conference, Jan. 13-14 in Aberdeen, SD, the South Dakota Soil Health Coalition announced the winners of its two annual awards as well as the winners of its student essay and video contests. Doug Sieck was named the 2026 Legacy Award...

Farmers growing profits and soil health with winter camelina

Farmers growing profits and soil health with winter camelina

By Stan Wise By now, most people working in agriculture have heard that growing a cover crop after a cash crop is harvested can make a big difference in soil health. Healthy soil pays off in a number of ways, including reduced input costs and increased operational...

Job Announcement: SDSHC Team Member

Job Announcement: SDSHC Team Member

About Us: The South Dakota Soil Health Coalition led by farmers and ranchers, supports the advancement of land stewardship and profitability by nurturing life from the soil up. Founded in 2015, SDSHC is a non-profit membership organization. The South Dakota Soil...