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
Resources Category: Recordkeeping for Organic Certification
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.
Commercial Availability Searches (Seed Searches) Fact Sheet
2-page fact sheet providing an overview of commercial availability searches (seed searches) for seeds and planting stock. Info includes when a seed search is needed and how to record it.
11 Steps to Organic Certification for Crops
A 2-page introductory guide that outlines the basic steps to becoming certified organic for crops. This resource is intended for producers new to and/or curious about organic certification.
USDA GAP-Organic Crossover Guide
A 5-page guide explaining the major similarities and differences between the requirements for USDA Organic certification vs USDA Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) certification.
Arkansas Organic Chronicles Podcast Live Q & A with Luke and Joe – Recordkeeping for Seeds & Transplants (Center for Arkansas Farms and Food)
Today we are talking about organic records for seeds and transplant media and talking cover crops.
Organic Recordkeeping Templates (Grand Traverse Conservation District-Michigan)
Organic Recordkeeping (Grand Traverse Conservation District-Michigan)
Learn about key components of organic recordkeeping and how to be prepared for an organic inspection.
Organic Seed Search Requirements (Center for Arkansas Farms and Food)
Joe from the Center for Arkansas Farms and Food (CAFF) reviews the recordkeeping seed search requirements for crops planted each year.
Organic Recordkeeping: Seed Records (Center for Arkansas Farms and Food)
Joe from the Center for Arkansas Farms and Food (CAFF) reviews the recordkeeping requirements for seed records on organic crop farms. Learn more about organic production at https://arkansasorganicag.uada.edu/ RESOURCES: LIST OF ORGANIC CERTIFIERS WORKING IN ARKANSAS: https://app.box.com/s/farfyllx6eig2h0… DOCUMENTATION FORMS FOR ORGANIC CROP AND LIVESTOCK PRODUCERS by Ann Baier, NCAT/ATTRA: https://attra.ncat.org/publication/do… GUIDE FOR ORGANIC CROP PRODUCERS… Continue reading Organic Recordkeeping: Seed Records (Center for Arkansas Farms and Food)