Karl Palmberg of Sunlight and Rain Farm began his journey into grass-fed beef when he transition his 500 acre row-crop farm into alfalfa because of time management needs and off farm demands. Since then he continues to produce high quality alfalfa hay while also integrating perennial pastures, cover crops, and fermented forage supplemented grazing. Karl’s… Continue reading 100% Grass-fed Grazing with Annuals and Perennials (Iowa Organic Association)
Type: Webinars
Weed Management for Organic Row Crops (Iowa Organic Association)
Scott Shriver, an organic row crop farm from southwest Iowa, farms roughly 2000 acres organically with a 5 year rotation that includes corn, soybeans, and small grains (while sometimes adding in alfalfa). Scott’s focus on well-timed cultivation and the right tools helps him stay ahead of the weeds on his farm.
Organic Inspection Overview (Iowa Organic Association)
How to Apply for Organic Certification Cost-Share (Iowa Organic Association)
Alexandra Petrovits with MOSA shared the process to apply for the Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP). You can apply to the OCCSP at your local FSA office. If you need help finding your FSA office you can find it at this link: https://offices.sc.egov.usda.gov/loca…
Organic Mentorship Program Webinar (Center for Arkansas Farms and Food)
Learn about the Arkansas Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) Organic Mentorship Program developed to support farmers transition to organic production. Experienced organic farmers can participate as mentors and be compensated for their time. New and beginning organic farmers can join as mentees and be paired with a farmer mentor who will help them through… Continue reading Organic Mentorship Program Webinar (Center for Arkansas Farms and Food)
Webinar: Markets ROI of Organic Transition for Vegetable Farmers
Are you considering the transition to organic farming for your diversified vegetable farm and or interested in improving the return on investment for your organic farm through markets? Join us for an insightful virtual webinar designed to help you understand the economic potential of organic markets and equip you with the tools to evaluate your… Continue reading Webinar: Markets ROI of Organic Transition for Vegetable Farmers
Webinar: Buyer Perspectives on Organic Vegetable Sourcing
Join us for an engaging follow-up to the webinar, “Markets ROI of Organic Transition for Vegetable Farmers,” where we dive deeper into the perspectives of buyers in the organic vegetable market. Attendees will gather insights from multiple buyers across the U.S. on their sourcing needs, learn about key factors that influence buyer decisions, and learn… Continue reading Webinar: Buyer Perspectives on Organic Vegetable Sourcing
Organic Certification For Livestock
This virtual workshop will cover all the details for you to consider transitioning to certified organic. We cover the history of organic certification, basic livestock requirements, common mistakes, certification pros and cons. Joining the discussion is Sara Dolan from BlueSky Organic Farms who currently produces certified organic chicken eggs. She will discuss their operation, experience,… Continue reading Organic Certification For Livestock
Organic Farming and Certification Considerations for Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands Farmers
Discover what it takes to achieve organic certification in Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands. Hear directly from a panel of experienced farmers as they share their motivations and offer practical tips for those interested in transitioning to organic practices. This webinar was hosted by Florida Organic Growers, University of Puerto Rico and Virgin… Continue reading Organic Farming and Certification Considerations for Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands Farmers
An Introduction to Organic Farming and Production in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands Webinar
In this webinar hosted by Florida Organic Growers, join University of Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands Farmers Alliance for an overview of organic agriculture and opportunities in these regions.