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)
Type: Fact Sheets
Organic Farm Buffer Zone (Marbleseed)
This factsheet is designed to help organic producers effectively meet the National Organic Program (NOP) buffer zone requirements and protect their crops from contamination.
Managing Split & Parallel Production Crop Systems (Marbleseed)
This factsheet is designed to help producers navigate the complexities of managing split and parallel production systems while maintaining organic integrity
Intro to Organic Certification Fact Sheet
2-page fact sheet providing a general introduction to the organic certification process, including eligibility, process, and general timeline.
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.
How to Choose a Certifier Fact Sheet (Organic Association of Kentucky)
Fact sheet offering guidance and resources for choosing an organic certifier.
Cover Crops & Their Benefits (Missouri Organic Association)
Cover crops help address soil degradation to weed pressure and nutrient depletion.
Weed Management on Two Organic Fruit Farms (Marbleseed)
Weed Management on Two Organic Fruit Farms; one in Minnesota and the other in Wisconsin.
