By Scout Nelson
The South Dakota Specialty Producers Association is hosting an upcoming webinar focused on organic dry bean farming and agronomic practices. The event takes place on April 29 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and is offered free of cost to participants.
The webinar features Ben Brockmueller from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He explores dry bean production, starting from variety selection to effective agronomic management in organic systems. The session aims to provide farmers with practical knowledge that supports better decision making in organic crop production.
During the session, Ben will cover dry beans as a unique crop that can adapt to different farm sizes. The webinar explains how both small-scale and large-scale farmers can include dry beans in their operations. It also focuses on the use of reduced tillage methods in organic systems, helping improve soil health and long-term sustainability.
Ben Brockmueller works as a researcher in the Organic and Sustainable Cropping Systems program led by Dr. Erin Silva. His work focuses on developing diverse cropping systems that use reduced tillage practices. His experience provides useful insights into modern organic farming methods.
The webinar encourages farmers to learn simple and practical ways to improve crop production while reducing environmental impact. It highlights how proper crop selection and management practices can support better yields and efficient farming systems. For registration, visit the official Zoom link provided by the organizers, us02web.zoom.
Overall, the webinar provides a valuable learning opportunity for farmers interested in organic production. It helps them understand key agronomic practices and adopt sustainable approaches for future farming success.
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Categories: South Dakota, Crops