Why good educators must also be good students in organic farming. In this video, Kevin Prather of Springfield Community Gardens shares why he joined TOPP to learn soil organic management, record keeping, and data tracking from an experienced mentor.
Resources Category: Mentorship Materials
Access comprehensive mentorship materials designed to guide you through transitioning to organic farming. Connect with experienced mentors and gain valuable insights for a successful journey.
TOPP Mentorship – Brendan, Snuggle Bug Farm
Meet Brendan Sinclair, co-founder of Snuggle Bug Farm, and Kevin Prather, farmer educator at @springfieldcommunitygardens. In this video, they share their farming experiences and the importance of mentorship. Brendan and Kevin are both part of the TOPP Organic Farmer Mentorship Program, emphasizing the value of farmer-to-farmer learning and their continuous quest for knowledge in organic… Continue reading TOPP Mentorship – Brendan, Snuggle Bug Farm
Inspector Mentorship Confidentiality Agreement (Strengthening Organic Systems)
Inspector Mentor Best Practices (Strengthening Organic Systems)
Minnesota Organic Mentor / Mentee Map (University of Minnesota)
Map of Minnesota Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) mentors and mentees.
Illinois Organic Grain Mentorship Program (The Land Connection)
TLC’s mentorship program connects seasoned organic farmers with new producers transitioning portions of their acreage into organic production.
Organic Mentorship Program Webinar (Center for Arkansas Farms and Food)
Learn about the Arkansas Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) Organic Mentorship Program developed to support farmers transition to organic production. Experienced organic farmers can participate as mentors and be compensated for their time. New and beginning organic farmers can join as mentees and be paired with a farmer mentor who will help them through… Continue reading Organic Mentorship Program Webinar (Center for Arkansas Farms and Food)
Importance of Mentorship for Organic Farmers (Center for Arkansas Farms and Food)
Brendan and Liesel have farmed around the country for a decade before buying land in Madison County to start Snuggle Bug Farm. Their experience of being mentored by seasoned organic farmers has been key to their success as first-generation farmers.
Organic Farming and Certification Considerations for Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands Farmers
Discover what it takes to achieve organic certification in Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands. Hear directly from a panel of experienced farmers as they share their motivations and offer practical tips for those interested in transitioning to organic practices. This webinar was hosted by Florida Organic Growers, University of Puerto Rico and Virgin… Continue reading Organic Farming and Certification Considerations for Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands Farmers
An Introduction to Organic Farming and Production in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands Webinar
In this webinar hosted by Florida Organic Growers, join University of Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands Farmers Alliance for an overview of organic agriculture and opportunities in these regions.