These two resources outline what the market opportunities are for organic meat and what processors need to do to meet that demand. Links are included for technical assistance for meat processors.
Resources Category: Organic Farm Business Management
Enhance your farm’s profitability with resources on organic farm business management. Learn about financial planning, marketing strategies, and regulatory compliance tailored for organic operations.
Organic Grain Marketing in Nebraska and Iowa Resource Guide
This Resource Guide outlines best practices, considerations, buyer information, and further resources for navigating organic grain markets, especially for farmers located in eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa.
Organic Grain Marketing in the Midwest Resource Guide
This Resource Guide outlines best practices, considerations, buyer information, and further resources for navigating organic grain markets, especially for farmers located in Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. As demand for organic products continues to rise, understanding the unique dynamics of these markets is essential for growers looking to maximize their opportunities and… Continue reading Organic Grain Marketing in the Midwest Resource Guide
Organic Small Grain Marketing (OGRAIN-Wisconsin)
This Fact Sheet provides an overview of some potential small grain market options and contracts in the Upper Midwest compiled from a 2022 study of small grain farmers.
Crop Insurance for Specialty and Organic Grains (OGRAIN-Wisconsin)
This Fact Sheet provides information on purchasing crop insurance for organic and specialty grains in the Upper Midwestern U.S.
Michigan Organic Certifiers OSP Templates (Washtenaw Conservation District)
Michigan Organic Certifiers Fee Sheet (Washtenaw Conservation District)
USDA NRCS/FSA Organic Resources (Washtenaw Conversation District-Michigan)
Webinar: Markets ROI of Organic Transition for Vegetable Farmers
Are you considering the transition to organic farming for your diversified vegetable farm and or interested in improving the return on investment for your organic farm through markets? Join us for an insightful virtual webinar designed to help you understand the economic potential of organic markets and equip you with the tools to evaluate your… Continue reading Webinar: Markets ROI of Organic Transition for Vegetable Farmers
Webinar: Buyer Perspectives on Organic Vegetable Sourcing
Join us for an engaging follow-up to the webinar, “Markets ROI of Organic Transition for Vegetable Farmers,” where we dive deeper into the perspectives of buyers in the organic vegetable market. Attendees will gather insights from multiple buyers across the U.S. on their sourcing needs, learn about key factors that influence buyer decisions, and learn… Continue reading Webinar: Buyer Perspectives on Organic Vegetable Sourcing