This comprehensive webinar is designed to demystify organic certification. Led by experts at Florida Organic Growers in organic agriculture and certification, learn about regulatory framework as well as best practices for organic compliance. You will also receive step-by-step guidance on initiating the certification process for your farm or business. This webinar is ideal for beginners… Continue reading Organic 101 Webinar – Understanding regulations, practices and first steps to certification
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.
Organic Record Keeping Templates
Collection of record keeping templates.
April Drought Brings May Flowers?
Organic Certification Cost Share
Organic Recordkeeping Google Sheets Templates
This resource is a template for much of the record-keeping required for Organic Certification. It includes a spreadsheet and connected Google Forms for growers who want to use their phones to quickly input records from the field. Check with your certifier to make sure this format will work for them.
NRCS 823 EQIP Practices – Plains
The National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has many programs to help farmers convert to organic farming operations. The Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) is “NRCS’ flagship conservation program that helps farmers, ranchers and forest landowners integrate conservation into working lands.” Under EQIP, Organic Transition Initiative 823 (OTI) is specifically meant to help those transitioning to… Continue reading NRCS 823 EQIP Practices – Plains
Fraud Prevention Insights with Harriet Behar
In this episode of the Acres USA podcast, host Taylor Henry interviews Harriet Behar, an organic inspector and educator, about sustainable farming practices and the prevention of organic fraud in the supply chain. Behar shares her extensive experience with organic farming, describing her work on her certified organic farm and her involvement with the National… Continue reading Fraud Prevention Insights with Harriet Behar
Preventing Fraud in the Supply Chain
Podcast Episode – Growing Together: SE TOPP’s Farmer to Farmer Mentorship Program
Unlock the potential of organic farming in the Southeast with guidance from experts Amanda Rose Newton and Emily Deruelle of Florida Organic Growers. This enlightening conversation peels back the layers of the Southeast Transition to Organic Partnership Program (SE-TOPP), and you’ll gain invaluable insights into developing successful organic practices and connecting with a thriving community.… Continue reading Podcast Episode – Growing Together: SE TOPP’s Farmer to Farmer Mentorship Program
Preparing for Your Organic Inspection Webinar
In this webinar, Florida Organic Growers (FOG) and the Southeast Transition to Organic Partnership Program (SE TOPP) share information on navigating organic inspections successfully. Understanding what to expect during inspections is crucial for maintaining compliance and ensuring the integrity of your organic products. This workshop provides invaluable insights and practical tips to help you prepare… Continue reading Preparing for Your Organic Inspection Webinar