A Day to Learn & Grow
Celebrating Women Farmers!
2026 is the International Year of the Woman Farmer.
This year, Get The Dirt will center around women farmers in Indiana, and the conservation practices that underpin their farm operations. The event is a platform to showcase the voices and dynamic business models of female farmer leaders. Come to learn and to connect with new and old friends in Indiana’s small farm world.
Stay tuned – more information will be announced soon!
DIG IN and GET THE DIRT about soil health on small farms!
Thursday, September 10, 2026
9:00 am – 5:00 pm ET
Conference 9:00-1:15 pm ET | On-Farm Tour & Social 2:00-5:00 pm ET
Forest Park Inn – 701 Cicero Rd, Noblesville, IN 46060
Teter Retreat & Organic Farm – 10980 E 221st St, Noblesville, IN 46062 for afternoon tour and on-farm social
This full-day event is for Indiana Conservation Partnership (ICP) staff and agricultural professionals who work with urban and small farms, vegetable growers, and diversified farms. Farmers are welcome to attend as much of the information is relevant for our producers, too.
Register by August 24th to secure your spot and lunch!
Conference
Our speakers are not yet confirmed. Stay tuned!
What to Expect:
- Conference at Forest Park Inn (directions)
- Networking & Coffee 9:00 am ET
- Welcome 9:30 am ET
- Sessions 9:50 am ET
- Lunch & Keynote 11:30 am ET
- Closing remarks 1:00 pm ET
- On Farm Tour & Social at Teter Retreat and Organic Farm – grab a drink and snacks, tour starts at 2:00 pm ET (directions)
- This is a working farm. Expect uneven terrain, tall vegetation, and interaction with local flora and fauna.
Keynote
To Be Announced
Farm Tour & Social
Join us for a tour and on-farm social at Teter Retreat & Organic Farm
Rooted in Community: Growing for a Better Tomorrow
At Teter Organic Farm, we believe that food has the power to heal both people and the planet. As an outreach mission of Noblesville First United Methodist Church, we are dedicated to increasing access to healthy food, fostering ecological education, and strengthening community relationships. With over 40 varieties of Certified Organic produce and flowers grown on our farm’s 8 acres of certified organic produce fields, we nurture not only crops but also the future of sustainable food systems.
Inspired by the legacy of the Teter family and their commitment to community, we plant the seeds of change that grow into a more equitable and sustainable world.
Our Supporters
Thanks to all our partners, sponsors, vendors, and everyone who make this event possible.
We would appreciate your support in spreading the word and inviting interested individuals from your circle. Below are the links to digitally share within your networks.
Registation
Get the Dirt 2026
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Register by August 24th to secure your spot and lunch!
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