Resources Category: Pest, Weed, and Disease Management
Discover effective organic methods for pest, weed, and disease management. Learn sustainable techniques to protect your crops without the use of synthetic chemicals.
Organic Weed Management in Row Crop with Dave Campbell (Missouri Organic Association)
Dave Campbell, an organic farmer with over 30 years of experience in Illinois and Wisconsin, shares practical strategies and real-world insights on managing weeds in organic farming systems. Topics covered in this session include: 🌱 Soil health and the role of calcium-magnesium ratios 🌱 Mechanical tillage and cultivation tools (rotary hoe, tine weeder, roll cultivator)… Continue reading Organic Weed Management in Row Crop with Dave Campbell (Missouri Organic Association)
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: 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
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 Podcast Series
The podcast series consists of interviews and discussions on current organic issues. Podcasts are 100% developed by Cal Poly Students. They are released on a monthly basis.
Blog: Weed Management: Tools and Techniques (Missouri Organic Association)
Weeds are a constant companion on every farm—but that doesn’t mean they need to win. During a recent The Farm Gate Journal webinar hosted by Missouri Organic Association (MOA), four experienced farmers came together to share their best strategies for managing weeds without synthetic herbicides. The panelists—Tom from Fair Share Farm, Katie from Greengate Family Farm, Clint from… Continue reading Blog: Weed Management: Tools and Techniques (Missouri Organic Association)
Improving Weed Management in Organic Grains (OGRAIN)
Effective organic weed management requires well balanced integration of cropping system strategies and direct control practices. These include strategies like crop rotation and control practices like blind cultivation, row crop cultivation, and rescue interventions. This video will discuss how to choose and fine-tune time tested cropping systems and direct control practices as well as some… Continue reading Improving Weed Management in Organic Grains (OGRAIN)
Panel: Flame Weeding (OGRAIN)
Learn the components of well-designed flame weeding equipment and the research behind creating a successful weed management strategy utilizing the flame weeder in corn and soybeans. Hear first-hand experiences and tips from a panel of experienced organic farmers.
