SDSU Extension Hosts Sioux Falls Organic Conference

Event to focus on sustainable weed control and reduced tillage practices for area farmers

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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South Dakota State University Extension and the Southeast Research Farm are inviting farmers to attend the Sioux Falls Organic Conference on March 12, 2026. The one-day event will feature presentations on principles of soil health, weed control methods that reduce tillage, and other sustainable cropping system research.

Why it matters

As more farmers look to adopt organic and regenerative agriculture practices, events like the Sioux Falls Organic Conference provide an important opportunity for growers in the region to learn about the latest research and techniques for improving soil health and reducing environmental impact through sustainable weed management.

The details

The conference will take place from 8:45 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. CST at the Best Western Plus Ramkota Hotel in Sioux Falls. Registration is $25 per person. Speakers will include SDSU Extension Soils Field Specialist Anthony Bly, who will present on principles of soil health, as well as other experts discussing weed control methods that minimize tillage and disturbance to the ecosystem.

  • The Sioux Falls Organic Conference is scheduled for March 12, 2026.

The players

SDSU Extension

The outreach arm of South Dakota State University that provides research-based information and education to farmers, ranchers, and communities across the state.

Southeast Research Farm at SDSU

An agricultural research facility operated by South Dakota State University that focuses on sustainable cropping systems, soil health, and other farming practices.

Pete Sexton

Associate Professor and SDSU Extension Sustainable Cropping Systems Specialist, as well as the Southeast Research Farm Supervisor.

Anthony Bly

SDSU Extension Soils Field Specialist.

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What they’re saying

“It's an opportunity for people to network, to learn about research being done in other areas where people are reducing tillage.”

— Pete Sexton, Associate Professor and SDSU Extension Sustainable Cropping Systems Specialist (SDSU Extension news release)

“We think this is a timely event, with presentations on a number of ways to reduce disturbance in the ecosystem while controlling weeds.”

— Pete Sexton, Associate Professor and SDSU Extension Sustainable Cropping Systems Specialist (SDSU Extension news release)

What’s next

Farmers interested in attending the Sioux Falls Organic Conference can register by visiting extension.sdstate.edu/events and searching for 'organic'.

The takeaway

This conference provides an important opportunity for farmers in the region to learn about the latest research and techniques for improving soil health and reducing environmental impact through sustainable weed management practices, which are increasingly important as more growers adopt organic and regenerative agriculture.