Conservation in Action Tour Sponsors Become a crucial part of the Conservation in Action Tour's success! Your sponsorship not only supports the advancement of conservation agriculture but also provides valuable visibility for your brand. Enjoy benefits such as opportunities to address attendees, logo placement, recognition in promotional materials, and exclusive networking opportunities.   Banquet and Keynote Sponsor   Ruby   Diamond                   Gold               Friends of CTIC Agricultural Retailers Association   Four Sponsorship Levels Available Ruby, Diamond, Platinum and Gold Two Special Sponsorships ...more

David Frabotta Director of Communications David is responsible for public relations, marketing, events, outreach and impact reporting for CTIC. He has worked as a business journalist for most of his career, predominantly for agriculture media brands that focus on inputs, technology and sustainability. He most recently was director of content for Farm Journal's Trust In Food, and he is passionate about helping farmers create more resilient, efficient and profitable production systems. Connect with him at frabotta@ctic.org   Elise Koning Project Director, Diverse Corn Belt and Conservation in Action Tour Elise grew up on a ...more

          Website Redesign RFP Now Open Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC) is seeking proposals from qualified web design firms to redesign our existing website to improve usability, enhance user experience, and align with our current brand identity. The goal of the project is to create a modern, responsive, and functional website that effectively communicates our mission, projects, services and value. Read More The Conservation Technology Information Center The Conservation Technology Information Center promotes, supports and provides information on conservation technologies & sustainable agricultural systems. Read More The Latest on Cover Crops and Residue The Operational Tillage ...more

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Tour Agenda From Sioux Falls, South Dakota, we'll travel to innovative farms that showcase the best practices in conservation agriculture. All times are in local/Central Time and are subject to change         Tuesday, May 6, 2025 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Biofuels Deep Dive: About 40% of U.S. corn is used in biofuel production, making it a critical contributor to U.S. agriculture and producers around the country. We've partnered with POET for a comprehensive look at the biofuels industry, its role in American agriculture, its importance to the country's producers, and ...more

Diamond Member The Mosaic Company www.mosaicco.com Mosaic is the world's leading producer and marketer of concentrated phosphate and potash, two of the primary nutrients required to grow the food the world needs. The business engages in every phase of crop nutrition development, from the mining of resources to the production of crop nutrients, feed and industrial products for customers around the globe. Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC. www.syngenta.com Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology. As a global provider of innovative solutions and brands, Syngenta is a leader in ...more

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Registration will open Jan. 8th Early-Bird Price Expired   $300   Save $50 Register Early! Standard Pricing February 16th Through April 15th $350 Be a part of the 2025 tour. Register Today! Late Registration April 16th Through May 6th $400 Don't delay, register before the deadline.   Amplify your Tour experience by bringing a group! Invite your colleagues and receive a discounted rate for groups of 10+, and create a shared experience that can effect change in conservation agriculture. Contact CIA Tour Director Elise Koning for a Group Code.   Special rates for farmers and ranchers who are attending the tour on behalf ...more

CTIC Presents: Farmers for Soil Health webinars Cover Crops and Corn: Busting Myths and Making Covers Work February 13, 2025   Featured Speakers: Joe Ailts (Deer Park, WI), a consultant, and Cover Crop Coach, discussing nutrient cycling and carbon: nitrogen balance in cover crop systems. A.J. Krusemark (Trimont, MN), who integrates cover crops across his family's farm, sharing experiences with corn following rye and grazing cattle on cover crops. Dan Smith (University of Wisconsin-Madison), providing agronomic insights on optimizing corn yields after cover crops in northern climates. Farmers and agronomists tackle myths and share practical tips on integrating cover crops ...more

  Hotel: Holiday Inn City Centre 100 W. 8th St. Sioux Falls, SD 57104   A group rate has been set for $110++ per night until April 5, 2025.    Reserve online and select nights from May 5-7 to receive our group rate. You can also contact the Reservations Department at 605-339-2000 or toll free at 1-800-HOLIDAY and note that you are attending the Conservation in Action Tour.   The Holiday Inn is in downtown Sioux Falls and is the basis for our optional workshops and Tour. The banquet is just a short walk away from the hotel.    ...more