Join the Northwest Transition to Organic Partnership Program (NW TOPP) for a roundtable on insect management for organic farms!
Curious how organic farms manage pests without synthetic chemicals? Join us in this October New Roots Roundtable for a practical introduction to organic pest management strategies, featuring OSU Organic Extension specialist Nick Andrews. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to fine-tune your approach, this session will enhance your knowledge of integrated pest management and organic-friendly methods. Come and learn with fellow farmers in an engaging and informal space!
If you’re interesting in diving further into non-synthetic pest management, check out this $10 course from OSU: Insect Pest Management on the Farm – An Ecological Approach.
What’s in store:
A 30-minute introduction to high-level integrated pest management
Specific examples of pest management strategies on different operation types
Open Q&A and discussion with Nick Andrews, OSU Organic Extension specialist
A chance to network with other farmers on the organic path