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OFRF to host “Organic 101 for Extension Agents” webinar on Jan. 29
The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) will host a free webinar for extension agents on organic certification and standards Jan. 29. The 75-m... more »
Marbleseed organic farming conference set for Feb. 26–28 in Wisconsin
Marbleseed will host its 37th annual Organic Farming Conference Feb. 26–28 at the La Crosse Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The event, themed “Abu... more »
Agritourism, organic and tech: 6 key themes from the 2025 Great Lakes EXPO
There’s no doubt Michigan is a hotbed of specialty crop production. A recent study coauthored by the Michigan Vegetable Council and Michiga... more »
Organic Farmers Association introduces new farmer working groups
The Organic Farmers Association (OFA) has launched a series of new farmer working groups designed to give growers a direct role in shaping policies an... more »
OFRF launches national survey to guide future of organic ag
The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) has opened the 2025-2026 National Organic Farmer Survey, a major nationwide effort to document the chal... more »
2026 Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days set for Feb. 4-5
The 2026 Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days will be held Feb. 4-5 at Lake Michigan College’s Mendel Center in Benton Township, Michigan. The e... more »
Growing Our Region: Northeast Organic Farming Symposium goes virtual Dec. 16-17
The Growing Our Region: Northeast Organic Farming Symposium will be held virtually on Dec. 16–17, 2025. This free, two-day event provides organic gr... more »
Bringing innovation and tradition to the Great Lakes EXPO
Sharing insights on annualized strawberry production and highlighting the art and science of crafting hard cider Courtney Weber, professor and chair ... more »
