You’re invited to Dakota Rural Action’s 37th Annual Meeting is being held at the Sioux Falls History Club on October 25th and 26th! Over the past year, DRA members have been leaders on fighting carbon pipeline, promoting a local food … Continued
Thursday, October 10th at 6PM. At Good Roots Farm and Garden, 3712 Medary Ave, Brookings, SD 57006. Get the facts about Referred Law 21, which is on the Nov. 5th ballot and will infringe upon our local control. RL21 is … Continued
With crucial items on the November ballot, including federal offices, statewide initiatives, and referred laws, voter education, and turnout are essential for Dakota Rural Action (DRA) members. By voting, we can elect leaders who will champion policies that support sustainable … Continued
Registration is now open for our 37th Annual Meeting! Hosted October 25-26 in Sioux Falls, this year’s meeting will be a time to celebrate accomplishments, connect with members across the state, elect new members to our board, review our organization … Continued
South Dakota Supreme Court Rules Against Summit Carbon Solutions’ Use of Eminent Domain Pierre, SD – August 23, 2024 – In a significant legal victory for South Dakota landowners, the South Dakota Supreme Court yesterday unanimously ruled against Summit Carbon … Continued
WHO: This call is for all current + prospective DRA members WHAT: Connect with Dakota Rural Action’s statewide community and meet our newest organizer, Liz Tiger! We will review the history of DRA’s work, and two months before election day, … Continued
At this evening event we will learn about the history of Dakota Rural Action’s work, current campaigns and foundations of organizing. There will be opportunities to connect with current and prospective members in breakouts, get to know the organizing team, and learn about ways to get involved.
WHO: This call is for all current + prospective DRA members
WHAT: An evening of learning about the history of Dakota Rural Action’s work, current campaigns and foundations of organizing. There will be opportunities to connect with current and prospective members in breakouts, plus get updates from DRA lobbyists Chase Jensen and Melissa McCauley about our legislative efforts in Pierre for the 2024 session.
WHERE: Zoom (link to follow in confirmation email)
WHEN: Thursday, May 16th from 5:30-7pmpm MT / 6:30-8pm CT
WHY: Our organizing is only as strong our relationships + and our organization only as strong as our members!
Join us for an on-farm workshop hosted at Venner Farm outside of Pierre.
Learn from SD farmers with first-hand experience and wisdom. Together, we will learn the how-tos of:
-Implementing Lean Principles to improve your farm operation efficiency with Jamie Boley of Mayborn Acres
-Making your own biochar with Philip Eisenbeis of Eisenbeis Farms
-Introduction to Hugelkultur and Small-scale Composting with Chris Goldade of the Soil Health Coalition
Kids are welcome, too! Andy Oxford, Soil Scientist with NRCS, will provide engaging, entertaining, and informative activities for kids!
The Venner Farm, an organic grain farm and small vegetable production on the Oahe Reservoir North of Pierre is excited to host you! The event will be outdoors so dress accordingly. Event capacity is 30, so please register to reserve your place! Snacks provided by Kasemeister Cheese and Maier Meats.
MISSION SOUTH DAKOTA ORGANIZER Dakota Rural Action (DRA) is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team. This position is located in or near Mission, SD and the work will focus on the communities and people living within the Rosebud … Continued
Dakota Rural Action is proud to present this study of distributed solar energy in the Black Hills Power service area prepared by Crossborder Energy. We believe the results of this study apply across South Dakota. Many utilities in South Dakota … Continued