Midwest
Researchers gauge organic, midwestern growers’ interest in day-neutral strawberries
Researchers are asking the upper Midwest’s organic growers about their interest in growing day-neutral strawberries. Unlike strawberries that pr... more »
Clemson to hold virtual sessions on organic horticulture
It’s a new year and a great time to learn or brush up on practices needed to successfully grow food crops. The Clemson University Cooperativ... more »
Cornucopia Institute names new executive director
The board of The Cornucopia Institute recently voted unanimously to promote longtime staff member Melody Morrell as the organization's next executi... more »
Michigan student organic farm restarts in-person learning
After a year hiatus in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program is returning in 2021 to offer safe beginning ... more »
Young organic growers honored in virtual, live 40 under 40 awards
Organic growers were included in the Fruit + Vegetable 40 Under 40 Class of 2020 with a live virtual ceremony during the Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable ... more »
Multiyear rotation in high tunnels curbs soil pathogens
Tomatoes are the high revenue crop in high tunnels but growing tomatoes after tomatoes can build up soil pathogens and affect soil fertility. Carefull... more »
MOSES, 4 others team up for virtual conference on organic farming
The coronavirus pandemic has led to surging demand for organic food and products. To help farmers take advantage of that interest, a handful of organi... more »
Vermont Valley Farm finds a niche in supplying organic seed potatoes
Small, organic farms need organic seed potatoes, and a small, organic farm in Wisconsin has found its niche in supplying those farms. The Vermont Val... more »
