Organic Farmers Association
The Organic Farmers Association is a national membership organization with the mission to provide a strong and unified national voice in support of organic farming and farmers for the benefit of the public.
OFA’s purpose is to build and support a farmer-led national organic farmer movement and national policy platform in support of organic farming by:
- Developing and advocating for organic farming policies that benefit organic farmers and the general public;
- Strengthening and supporting the capacity of organic farmers and organic farm organizations through educational activities and outreach;
- Supporting collaboration and leadership among state, regional, and national organic farm organizations;
- And welcoming support and cooperation with like-minded individuals and organizations
Process & Policy
Organic farmers are at the core of who we are and why we do what we do. OFA develops and advocates for policies that benefit organic farmers, and supports collaboration and leadership among state, regional, and national organic farmer organizations and individual farmers.
To determine the policies and priorities for the year, OFA surveys members around the country. During this process, growers and producers have the opportunity to voice challenges and express opinions on important issues. Following the results OFA’s Policy Committee and the OFA members work to make those policy goals a reality.
View Policy PositionsMembership Options
Domestic Certified Organic Farm
No matter the size or type of the farm operation, all farming members pay a flat membership rate and receive one vote. Everyone’s voice is important at the table.
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Organization
Organization membership is open to groups that are active in and committed to supporting certified organic farmers, farming and food.
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Supporter
Supporter membership is open to anyone who wants to champion the cause of organic agriculture, including consumers, students, researchers, and uncertified or non-organic farmers.
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Benefits
While only farm members can vote on policy, all membership tiers receive discounts and promotions from beneficial businesses, access to monthly policy updates, action alerts, education opportunities, and help direct national grassroots policy priorities and positions.
To join the conversation and receive updates on policy issues affecting organic farmers, follow the Organic Farmers Association on Facebook and LinkedIn and subscribe to OFA’s email list.
Testimonials
Linley Dixon
Adobe House Farm
“Coming together as organic farmers and talking about the issues gave me the power to keep doing this work. Political changes might take a long time, but in the meantime, we have community and we have each other. That’s what’s so meaningful for me.”
Luke Gianforte
Gianforte Farms
“Serving on the Organic Farmers Association Policy Committee showed me how organic farmers from across the country all face similar challenges. By coming together through OFA, we can have one voice that advocates for the needs of all of us.”
Dr. Jennifer Taylor
Lola's Organic Farm
“Organic Farmers Association has given me the opportunity to bring my farm’s priorities to D.C. and make sure organic farmers’ voices are heard and create influence.”
Join Now
OFA offers its annual membership on a sliding scale fee structure, so you can join starting at $25 or at a rate that works for you as a Farmer or Supporter. Visit OFA’s website to learn more and join as a member.
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