This 2-and-a-half day school combines classroom instruction with field exercises to teach participants the basics of soil health management.

The 2026 South Dakota Soil Health School will be held Sept. 15-`17 at David Kruger’s Farm near Twin Brooks, SD, and the Abbey of the Hills near Marvin, SD. This school is designed for agricultural producers as well as anyone with an interest in learning how to manage soils for resiliency and profit. The agenda will feature classroom style presentations from producers and technical experts from across the state and region, as well as hands-on experiences in the field. Area producers will also share their challenges and successes with various methods for improving soil health. The class size ranges from 30-40 people.

This is an in-person only event. No online option will be available.

Participants are responsible for their own lodging. Rooms have been reserved at the following locations:

Abbey of the Hills
46561 147th St, Marvin, SD 57251
(605) 398-9200
$80-$140 per night

Grandstay Hotel and Suites Milbank
1005 S Dakota St, Milbank, SD 57252
(605) 438-5000
$152.10/night plus tax