Tappen, ND – A day full of sharing knowledge and learning all about organic farming is taking place in Tappen, ND at the Kevin and Sara Falk organic farm on August 27th, 2025. Individuals and family farmers interested in hearing about the differences, benefits, drawbacks, and what it might take to transition an agricultural operation to organic will find this event insightful, interesting, and informative. Those experienced and already certified organic and/or regenerative practices will also find this event useful and inspire ideas to see how someone else mitigates challenges and creates success.
The morning will include a tour of the Falk organic farm. They have been certified organic since 2004. Participants will get first-hand views of what’s currently being grown and hear about the crop rotation Falks utilize and why. Cover crops, inputs, equipment, and more will also be part of the discussion. You’ll also hear how Falk’s work with the field data behind their decisions for optimal success. Participants can come just for the field day in the morning or for the full-day and learn more. Come with your questions and curiosity. After lunch, there will be a more in-depth organic training with more question and answer time.
“With the growing demand for organic products, higher commodity prices, and lower input costs, many farmers and ranchers are curious about organic farming,” says Krysti Mikkonen, Executive Director of Northern Plains Sustainable Agriculture Society and a sponsor of this event. “This training will help satiate that curiosity and answer questions on what it takes to transition to organic farming and/or ranching and give solid information and insight on the industry.”
During the afternoon workshop, expert speakers and experienced farmers from North and South Dakota will cover a range of topics, including:
- Developing an organic system plan.
- Economics and markets for organic products.
- Considerations when transitioning an operation.
- Marketing and more
Participants will have plenty of opportunities to ask questions and share ideas with seasoned organic farmers and ranchers and industry professionals, including Kevin Falk, Dr. Angela Jackson-Pulse, and Krysti Mikkonen.
For more information and registration, go to www.npsas.org on the events calendar for August 27th and complete the brief registration form or call Krysti at 605-380-3770.
