Join us for an in-depth walkthrough of “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”, a new resource designed to strengthen regional organic economies. This toolkit provides farmers and stakeholders with data, insights, and opportunity analysis to help expand regional production of high-demand organic crops, reduce reliance on imports, and increase economic opportunities for U.S. farmers.… Continue reading Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets A Farmers Toolkit – Plains Region
Resources Category: Transition to Organic
Engaging with Organic Buyers – Livestock, Meat, and Poultry
This Resource Guide outlines buyer-informed best practices, considerations, and resources for navigating organic livestock, meat, and poultry markets. It is designed for farmers and ranchers who are transitioning to organic production or looking to strengthen and expand their organic market relationships.
Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets A Farmers Toolkit Train the Trainers All Regions
Join us for an in-depth walkthrough of “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”, a new resource designed to strengthen regional organic economies. This toolkit provides farmers and stakeholders with data, insights, and opportunity analysis to help expand regional production of high-demand organic crops, reduce reliance on imports, and increase economic opportunities for U.S. farmers.… Continue reading Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets A Farmers Toolkit Train the Trainers All Regions
Organic Lavender FAQs
A 1-page FAQ for lavender producers transitioning to organic, including information on planting stock and product handling/value-added products.
Podcast: Organic Transition Mid Year Review With Cailin (Episode 52) (Center for Arkansas Farms and Food)
Cailin Irby, CAFF Farm Manager, joins the show to talk about the goods and the bads of organic transition in year one.
MW TOPP Newsletter (Q3 2025)
Adding the “O”: Farmer Perspectives and Experiences Transitioning to Organic
In this Seeds of Success informal networking session, two farmers share their experiences and thoughts for demystifying some of the challenges they faced in the process of transitioning to organic.
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
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.
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.