Resources Category: Organic Livestock Production

Gain insights into organic livestock production practices. Learn about animal welfare standards, organic feeding protocols, and pasture management to raise healthy, certified organic animals.

Midwest Meat Summit Organic Meat Opportunities

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.

100% Grass-fed Grazing with Annuals and Perennials (Iowa Organic Association)

Karl Palmberg of Sunlight and Rain Farm began his journey into grass-fed beef when he transition his 500 acre row-crop farm into alfalfa because of time management needs and off farm demands. Since then he continues to produce high quality alfalfa hay while also integrating perennial pastures, cover crops, and fermented forage supplemented grazing. Karl’s… Continue reading 100% Grass-fed Grazing with Annuals and Perennials (Iowa Organic Association)

Crop-Livestock Integration Resources

To address the need for ICLS resources, OFRF has created a Crop-Livestock Integration series based on interviews with highly experienced organic producers across the US whose farming operations have benefited from integrated crop and livestock production. The series includes four farmer stories, a video presentation, and factsheets on key topics, such as: The Benefits of… Continue reading Crop-Livestock Integration Resources