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Resources Category: Organic Certification
Find detailed information on the organic certification process. Understand the requirements, documentation, and steps needed to achieve certified organic status for your farm or products.
Is Organic Certification Right for My Urban Farm? (Michigan TOPP)
Certification Compatibility Quiz (Michigan TOPP)
This quiz can help you find your certification match: organic, organic with an add-on certification, a peer-to-peer verification, a regenerative or animal welfare certification, or a general environmental compliance certification.
North Carolina Farmers’ Road Trip
A group of small-scale farmers interested in sustainable and organic farming got expert advice from operators of eight successful farms in southeast North Carolina on Sept. 8-9, 2025. The tour was organized by the N.C. Cooperative Extension and the North Carolina State University College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences. The tour featured produce, flower and… Continue reading North Carolina Farmers’ Road Trip
Adding the “O”: Farmer Perspectives and Experiences Transitioning to Organic
In this Seeds of Success informal networking session, two farmers share their experiences and thoughts for demystifying some of the challenges they faced in the process of transitioning to organic.
Get to Know Windy N Ranch (WA) – Certified Organic Livestock Operation
A brief introduction to Windy N Ranch, a certified organic operation in Ellensburg, WA. They raise cattle, sheep, goats, swine, layers, and meat birds on 1,000 acres of pasture. This resource provides an overview of the ins and outs of their operation, including feed practices, pasture management, and marketing.
Organic Transition Journey: Harland’s Creek Farm
In this video, Erasmo Flores García of Harland’s Creek Farm in Pittsboro, North Carolina, shares his experience transitioning to and maintaining a certified organic operation. He discusses key aspects of organic production, including crop rotation, soil health management, weed and pest control, and the benefits of sustainable farming for both human and environmental health.
Organic Transition Journey: Hoffner Organic Dairy
In this video, Chris Hoffner of Hoffner Organic Dairy in Mount Olive, North Carolina, shares his multigenerational family farm’s journey toward organic certification. Established in 1956, Hoffner Organic Dairy transitioned to organic production in 2007. Chris reflects on the challenges and rewards of organic dairy farming and discusses the importance of community learning and the… Continue reading Organic Transition Journey: Hoffner Organic Dairy
Organic Transition Journey: Tumbling Shoals Farm
In this video, Shiloh Avery of Tumbling Shoals Farm in North Carolina discusses the evolution of her certified organic vegetable operation. She shares insights on farm expansion, soil health, crop rotation, disease prevention, the balance of administrative and field roles, and the critical role of mentorship. She also reflects on how fostering a supportive farm… Continue reading Organic Transition Journey: Tumbling Shoals Farm
Organic Transition Journey: Tenacious Agrarian Farm
In this video, Adam Smith of Tenacious Agrarian Farm in Hickory, North Carolina, shares his journey toward organic certification. Through his connection with SE TOPP mentor Shiloh Avery of Tumbling Shoals Farm, Adam highlights the value of mentorship in understanding certification paperwork, audit preparation, and the importance of choosing the right certifier for long-term success.