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.
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.
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.
Virtual Farm Tour – Inyoni Organic Farm
Nick Batty is founder and owner of Inyoni Organic Farm, a USDA certified organic farm located in Naples, Florida. The farm produces up to 50 different varieties of organically grown and harvested vegetables, herbs, flowers and fruit. Nick, drawing on over two decades of experience, shares insights on the farm’s operations, methods for production including… Continue reading Virtual Farm Tour – Inyoni Organic Farm
Organic System Plan Fact Sheet
2-page fact sheet providing an overview of Organic System Plans (OSPs), what role OSPs play in certification, and what topics certifiers ask about in the OSP paperwork.
Certified Livestock Shorts – Windy N Ranch
This video is a 3 minute introduction to Windy N Ranch, a certified organic livestock operation located in Ellensburg, WA.
Certified Livestock Shorts – Cosmic Apple Gardens
This video is a 3-minute introduction to Cosmic Apple Gardens, a certified organic livestock operation located in Victor, ID. Check out NW TOPP’s 15-minute video on this operation – which more dives into the production details – at this link.