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.
Type: Manuals/Guides
Calculating Dry Matter Intake from Pasture
This training guides producers through the National Organic Program definitions and regulations surrounding ruminant grazing on pasture. This training also explains how to calculate dry matter intake from pasture to ensure compliance with regulations.
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.
Guía para el Día de Campo (Field day) – Spanish version
Una guía para organizar días de campo para la difusión de investigaciones agrícolas.
Guide to Hosting a Field Day
A guide to organizing field days for agriculture research dissemination.
OFRF Transitioning to Organic Resources
This resource developed by the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) supports farmers by offering tailored guidance for every stage of the organic journey. It includes certification steps, farmer stories, and educational tools to help producers explore, prepare for, or maintain organic practices—whether certified or not—making it a valuable companion for successful organic transitions.
Organic Grain and Livestock Marketing in the High Plains Resource Guide
This Resource Guide outlines best practices, considerations, buyer information, and further resources for navigating organic grain and livestock markets, especially for farmers located in the High Plains.
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.
Organic Grain Marketing in Nebraska and Iowa Resource Guide
This Resource Guide outlines best practices, considerations, buyer information, and further resources for navigating organic grain markets, especially for farmers located in eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa.
Organic Grain Marketing in the Midwest Resource Guide
This Resource Guide outlines best practices, considerations, buyer information, and further resources for navigating organic grain markets, especially for farmers located in Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. As demand for organic products continues to rise, understanding the unique dynamics of these markets is essential for growers looking to maximize their opportunities and… Continue reading Organic Grain Marketing in the Midwest Resource Guide