It is the goal of the South Dakota Wheat Growers Association to provide effective lobbying efforts and strong communication throughout the industry. We will continue to pursued industry improvements on funding for research, wildlife habitat incentive programs , nonpoint source water pollution, crop insurance, transportation and conservation practices, in the 2019 legislative session. Our newsletter is distributed to approximately 5000 growers across the state.
In an effort to create strong coalitions with companies and suppliers that work with our members, the Board of Directors has created an Associate Member Program and sponsorship program. The new program will provide an opportunity for you to be a member of SDWGA which supports the responsible and hardworking farmers that contribute to the vibrancy of our great industry and actively participate in membership events.
South Dakota Wheat Growers Association offers (3) different opportunities for company involvement.
- Ag Horizons Conference is a cooperative 2 day event hosted by 7 organizations providing 30 educational seminars and exhibiting opportunity to interact with several hundred producers.
- Wheat Yield Contest is held in 7 Districts, recognizing 1st and 2nd place prizes for both spring and winter wheat.
- Wheat Advantage Newsletter that is highlighted in the Prairie Grains Magazine offering advertising opportunities 7 times a year and is received by 5000 producers.
Associate Member Opportunities
Diamond $5,000: With an annual sponsorship of $5,000, this allows your company:
- $2000 Ag Horizons $1750 for sponsorship & $250 booth
- $1750 Seven (7) – 1/2 page ads in Wheat Advantage/Prairie Grains
- $1000 Wheat Works – A Producers Advantage Field Forum
- $250 SDWGA Associate Membership
Ruby $2,500: With an annual sponsorship of $2,500, this allows your company:
- $1750 Seven (7) – ½ ads in Wheat Advantage/Prairie Grains
- $500 Ag Horizons $250 for sponsorship & $250 booth
- $250 SDWGA Associate Membership
Silver $1,000: With an annual sponsorship of $1,000, this allows your company:
- $750 Two (2) -1/2 page ads & an Ag Horizons booth
- $250 SDWGA Associate Membership
Gold $500: With an annual sponsorship of $500, this allows your company:
- $250 Ag Horizons booth
- $250 SDWGA Associate Membership
Copper $250: With an annual sponsorship of $250, this allows your company:
- $250 SDWGA Associate Membership
SDWI Associate Member
SOUTH DAKOTA WHEAT GROWERS ASSOCIATION
Caren Assman, Executive Director | sdwga@midco.net
Box 667| 116 North Euclid | Pierre, SD 57501 | 605.224.4418