BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Rodale Institute - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Rodale Institute X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Rodale Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250516T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250516T160000 DTSTAMP:20250130T205612Z CREATED:20250130T205612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T205612Z UID:10001039-1747404000-1747411200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center!\nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend.\n&sp; \nRegistration:\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours-2025/2025-05-16/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T160000 DTSTAMP:20250130T205612Z CREATED:20250130T205612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T205612Z UID:10001038-1744984800-1744992000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center!\nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend.\n&sp; \nRegistration:\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours-2025/2025-04-18/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250321T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250321T160000 DTSTAMP:20250130T205612Z CREATED:20250130T205612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T205612Z UID:10001037-1742565600-1742572800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center!\nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend.\n&sp; \nRegistration:\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours-2025/2025-03-21/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T133000 DTSTAMP:20250218T212505Z CREATED:20250204T185942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T212505Z UID:10001047-1740902400-1740922200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Strawberry Field Day DESCRIPTION:The Regenerate Ventura County Project will be holding an Organic Strawberry Field Day. Speakers will focus on growing and harvesting\, land and capital access\, business and cooperative development\, health and family resources\, processing and equipment\, as well as marketing and sales of strawberries. Local and state-wide farmers and industry experts will join us to talk about their experiences and answer questions. Snacks and lunch is included with the registration. \n\n\n Completing this form automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/strawberry-field-day/ LOCATION:Saticoy Park\, 11321 Violeta St\, Ventura\, CA\, 93004\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Organic Consulting,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Cascadian-Farm_6-1-2017-21.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T140000 DTSTAMP:20241207T015124Z CREATED:20241207T014739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T015124Z UID:10001015-1740735000-1740751200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Small Farm Conference: Ventura Regional Gathering DESCRIPTION:Explore the Rio School District Farm with Farmer Edgar in the morning\, where a regenerative farm education project offers an inspiring tour from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. This hands-on experience showcases sustainable practices and educational initiatives in action. \nAfter lunch at noon\, join us for an engaging afternoon at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center\, located at McGrath Family Farms. Here\, visitors will dive into our ongoing research projects that drive organic and regenerative agriculture in California\, including soil health advancements and reduced-tillage vegetable production methods. \nThis event is part of the California Small Farm Conference (CAFF). \nRegistration:\n\n \nCompleting this form automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/small-farm-conference-ventura-regional-gathering/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-267.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250221T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250221T160000 DTSTAMP:20250130T205612Z CREATED:20250130T205612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T205612Z UID:10001036-1740146400-1740153600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center!\nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend.\n&sp; \nRegistration:\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours-2025/2025-02-21/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T150000 DTSTAMP:20241218T210043Z CREATED:20241218T210004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T210043Z UID:10001017-1738159200-1738162800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Transforming Strawberry and Artichoke Systems: High-Residue Cover Cropping Innovations from the Specialty Crop Grant 2021 DESCRIPTION:Cover cropping systems hold significant promise for enhancing the sustainability of perennial vegetable production. This project explored the use of diverse cover crop species\, including sorghum\, clovers\, buckwheat\, and other species\, as part of an intercropping and high-residue system in strawberry and artichoke production. The study aimed to evaluate the long-term weed suppression potential of these cover crops while maintaining productivity in these perennial systems. By integrating high-residue cover crops\, the research investigated the dynamics of weed control over time\, soil health benefits\, and potential trade-offs with crop yields. Findings from this study contribute to a deeper understanding of how diversified cover crop systems can support more sustainable\, resilient\, and economically viable approaches for specialty crop production. \n\n\n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Zip/Postal Code*\n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCompleting this form automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-transforming-strawberry-and-artichoke-systems-high-residue-cover-cropping-innovations-from-the-specialty-crop-grant-2021/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_2462563335.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241220T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241220T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000845-1734703200-1734710400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-12-20/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T153000 DTSTAMP:20240918T191529Z CREATED:20240918T191529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T191529Z UID:10001006-1733923800-1733931000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Advancing Sustainable Pumpkin Production: The Role of Cover Crops and Roller Crimper Systems DESCRIPTION:This webinar will focus on the integration of cover crops and roller crimper systems for no-till vegetable farming\, with a special emphasis on pumpkin cultivation. Learn how these practices reduce soil erosion\, enhance soil health\, and suppress weeds while supporting productive yields. Featuring insights from field studies along California’s southern coast\, this session will showcase practical solutions for improving sustainability in irrigated pumpkin production\, offering valuable strategies for farmers\, researchers\, and agricultural practitioners alike. \n\n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Zip/Postal Code*\n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-advancing-sustainable-pumpkin-production-the-role-of-cover-crops-and-roller-crimper-systems/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Pumpkins_7146.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000844-1731679200-1731686400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-11-15/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T153000 DTSTAMP:20240918T184549Z CREATED:20240918T184549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T184549Z UID:10001005-1730295000-1730302200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Investigating the Benefits of Integrating Cover Crops into Organic Vegetable Systems DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, learn about the benefits of cover crops and the research projects we are working on at the California Organic Center. Get the latest updates on our research trial exploring the potential benefits of cover crops for vegetables such as squash\, peppers\, and eggplants. Hear about the impact cover crops have on soil fertility\, weed suppression\, crop yield\, and more! \n\n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Zip/Postal Code*\n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-investigating-the-benefits-of-integrating-cover-crops-into-organic-vegetable-systems/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/eggplant-harvest-basket-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241018T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241018T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000843-1729260000-1729267200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-10-18/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000842-1726840800-1726848000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-09-20/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240816T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240816T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000841-1723816800-1723824000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-08-16/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240808T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240808T130000 DTSTAMP:20240722T205941Z CREATED:20240430T200326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T205941Z UID:10000973-1723105800-1723122000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Field Day DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center Field Day as we explore the intriguing relationship between weeds and growers!\nAre weeds friend or foe? Discover how growers employ various strategies\, from weed eradication to utilizing them for biodiversity and enhancing soil health. Share your own weed management techniques and learn from other attendees. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to delve into the world of weed management and cultivate a healthier\, more sustainable future for your fields. \nWe are thrilled to announce that Lanny Kaufer\, renowned herbalist and author\, will be joining us as a special guest speaker at the COC Field Day to share his expertise on California native plants\, edible flowers\, medicinal herbs\, and edible flowers and weeds. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the author of “Medicinal Herbs of California\,” available at herbwalks.com. \nTours will be available in English and Spanish. Lunch will be provided at no charge. Attendance is free and advance registration is required. We look forward to seeing you at the event! \nLocation: Rodale Institute California Organic Center\n1014 W. Ventura Blvd.\, Camarillo\, CA 93010 \nEvent Itinerary\n\n8:30 AM – Registration\n9:00 AM – Field tour\n10:00  AM – Rotating stations\n\n\n\nEdible Weed & Flowers Station:   Introduction to edible common field weeds and flowers and their culinary uses. Display of various edible wild plants with information about taste\, texture\, and how to use them in cooking.  Hands-on activity: Participants can taste different edible weeds and weeds’ flowers and discuss their flavor profiles. Demonstration: How to properly harvest and prepare edible weeds and flowers for consumption.   -Q&A session: Participants can ask questions about growing\, harvesting\, and cooking with edible garden weeds and flowers.\nBiodiversity Station: Presentation (in the field): Importance of biodiversity in agricultural ecosystems.  Interactive display: Showcase different plant species and their roles in supporting biodiversity. Discussion: How biodiversity benefits soil health\, pest control\, and overall ecosystem resilience. Hands-on activity: Participants can observe and identify beneficial insects\, pollinators\, and other wildlife in the field. Q&A session: Participants can ask questions about promoting biodiversity on their farms and in their gardens.\nBeneficial Station: Presentation: Introduction to beneficial insects and other organisms. Display: Examples of beneficial insects and their importance in pest control. Demonstration: How to attract and support beneficial insects with native plantings\, habitat features\, and integrated pest management practices. Hands-on activity: Participants can release beneficial insects in a designated area and observe their behavior. Q&A session: Participants can learn how to identify beneficial insects and incorporate them into their pest management strategies.\nReduce Tillage/Roller Crimper Station: Presentation: Benefits of reduced tillage and roller crimper techniques for soil health and conservation. Demonstration: How roller crimpers work and their impact on weed suppression and soil moisture retention. Field trial: Participants can observe a field where reduced tillage techniques have been implemented and discuss the results. Q&A session: Participants can ask questions about the challenges and benefits of adopting reduced tillage methods.\n\n\n\n\n12:00 PM – Lunch\n\nRegistration\nThis event has reached capacity. Please sign up below to be added to the waitlist. Thank you! \n\n \n Completing this form automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-field-day/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000840-1721397600-1721404800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-07-19/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240621T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240621T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000839-1718978400-1718985600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-06-21/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T084500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T120000 DTSTAMP:20240517T133307Z CREATED:20240517T133307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T133307Z UID:10000990-1716885900-1716897600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Central Coast Hub Field Day: Cover Crops in Action DESCRIPTION:Join the Hansen REC\, the Rodale Institute COC\, and the Ventura County RCD to learn about the transformative power of cover crops!\nThe first half of the event will take place at Hansen REC featuring 19 diverse cover crops and cover crop mixes with unique features and benefits. The second half will take place at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center showcasing the innovative roller-crimper as as it efficiently terminates cover crops. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to witness sustainable agriculture practices firsthand and deepen your understanding of cover crop management. \nLocation #1: UC Hansen REC\n5352 Beardsley Rd\, Camarillo\, CA \nLocation #2: Rodale Institute California Organic Center\n1012 W. Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA \nRegister Here URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/central-coast-hub-field-day-cover-crops-in-action/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7403869.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240517T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000838-1715954400-1715961600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-05-17/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240419T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240419T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000837-1713535200-1713542400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-04-19/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000836-1710511200-1710518400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-03-15/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240216T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240216T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000835-1708092000-1708099200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-02-16/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230711T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230711T150000 DTSTAMP:20230426T181447Z CREATED:20230426T180958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T181447Z UID:10000888-1689073200-1689087600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Field Day DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Organic Field Day at the California Organic Center on July 11\, 2023 from 11AM – 3PM PST. \nThis event is ideal for farmers\, researchers\, students\, educators and anyone interested in learning about the science behind organic agriculture. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more and network with others working in the organic agriculture space! \nThe cost to attend is $25\, and registration is required. An organic lunch with vegetarian and omnivore options is included in the registration fee. \nLearn More About This Event \n \nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-field-day-2023/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-83.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T150000 DTSTAMP:20230113T155537Z CREATED:20230113T155537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T155537Z UID:10000875-1677074400-1677078000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Replacing Plastic Mulch with Cover Crops in Organic Vegetable Production Systems for Economic Benefit\, Soil Health\, and Environmental Stewardship DESCRIPTION:Extensive use of plastic mulches in food production systems has created massive concerns about the long-term sustainability of using this input. It is critical to find more effective yet environmentally friendly alternatives for plastic mulches to facilitate weed management in organic and conventional production systems. This is a necessary step towards developing more sustainable production systems with a lesser environmental impact that helps to build soil health over time. \nDuring this webinar we’ll review preliminary results of the Specialty Crop Grant Project established in Camarillo CA where we assessed how replacing plastic mulches with cover crops and living mulches along with no-till and reduced till will affect artichokes and strawberries growth\, yield and quality (as a model crop but the results will be applicable to any other vegetable in the rotation)\, soil health\, irrigation water use efficiency\, weed suppression efficacy. \nLearn more about our California Organic Center here. \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-replacing-plastic-mulch-with-cover-crops-in-organic-vegetable-production-systems-for-economic-benefit-soil-health-and-environmental-stewardship/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/BrookeBoroughPhotography_rodalemcgrath-2093-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221208T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221208T160000 DTSTAMP:20221115T190823Z CREATED:20221108T144056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T190823Z UID:10000829-1670504400-1670515200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Small Farm Tech Day DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center for a Small Farm Tech Day with the local Farm Tool Collaborative on December 8. There will be equipment demonstrations and more information about the collaborative for area farmers. Register below to attend! \n\n \nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-small-farm-tech-day/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/20220907_101536.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221110T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221110T190000 DTSTAMP:20220929T153701Z CREATED:20220920T163519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T153701Z UID:10000828-1668103200-1668106800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Healthy Soil\, Healthy Food\, Healthy People DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a short talk about how something as simple as soil (yes\, dirt!) can improve human and planetary health. \nAt Rodale Institute\, we believe that regenerative organic agriculture is essential to reversing the trends of chronic disease in the United States. We are only as healthy as our soil. Presenting will be Rodale Institute’s California Organic Consultant\, Nathanael Gonzales-Siemens. This is a free event hosted by the Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center (CBCC) and Rodale Institute\, and registration is required. Light refreshments will be served. \nLocation: Health and Wellness Café at the Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center (CBCC)\, 6501 Truxtun Ave\, Bakersfield\, CA 93309 \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/healthy-soil-healthy-food-healthy-people/ LOCATION:Health and Wellness Cafe at the Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center (CBCC)\, 6501 Truxtun Ave\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93309\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,On the Road ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-296.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221102T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221102T150000 DTSTAMP:20220223T182845Z CREATED:20220209T154005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T182845Z UID:10000736-1667397600-1667401200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Holistic Considerations of Water Utilization in Organic and Regenerative Farming Systems DESCRIPTION:Water. It is a BIG topic in the western United States. Join California Organic Consultant\, Nathanael Siemens\, as we explore the costs and benefits of irrigation from an organic and regenerative perspective. \nLearn more about the California Organic Center here. \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-holistic-considerations-of-water-utilization-in-organic-and-regenerative-farming-systems/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Gall_Rodale2519.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220830T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220830T200000 DTSTAMP:20220819T153419Z CREATED:20220819T153341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T153419Z UID:10000826-1661882400-1661889600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Cocktail and Fundraising Event DESCRIPTION:Join us for a cocktail hour and fundraising event at Leashless Brewing following our California Organic Center Field Day. The evening will include an overview of Rodale Institute’s work in the region\, cocktails\, and a selection of locally sourced organic hors d’oeuvres. \nThe Rodale Institute California Organic Center is a non-profit research hub and we depend on your financial support to reach our goals. Please join us to help grow our outreach and education for organic farmers in California and beyond. Recommended attire is Farm Smart. Register below to attend. \n\n \nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-cocktail-and-fundraising-event/ LOCATION:Leashless Brewing\, 585 East Thompson Blvd.\, Ventrura\, CA\, 93001\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/BrookeBoroughPhotography_rodalemcgrath-2408-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220830T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220830T150000 DTSTAMP:20220819T153925Z CREATED:20220228T171041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T153925Z UID:10000799-1661853600-1661871600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Field Day DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an Organic Field Day at the California Organic Center on Tuesday\, August 30 from 10 AM – 3 PM. Meet our team\, learn more about our hemp and other research projects\, and meet our California Organic Consultant. Register below to attend. \n \nLearn more about this event:\n \nEvent Details URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-field-day-2022/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/BrookeBoroughPhotography_rodalemcgrath-2133-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220303T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220303T160000 DTSTAMP:20220127T152010Z CREATED:20220127T152010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220127T152010Z UID:10000798-1646312400-1646323200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Soil Health and Extreme Drought Field Day DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon at McGrath Family Farm in Camarillo\, California. Learn the history and evolution of the farm from organic farmer and owner Phil McGrath whose family has been farming on the land for over 150 years. Hear about their unique partnerships with the Farmer Collective and Rodale Institute\, and their work and collaboration on soil health issues in an ever changing climate and now extreme drought. This event is part of the California Small Farm Conference. \nCost: $10/person\nLocation: 1014 W. Ventura Blvd. Camarillo\, CA 93010 \nRSVP\n \n  URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/soil-health-and-extreme-drought-field-day/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/BrookeBoroughPhotography_rodalemcgrath-2154-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="California Organic Center":MAILTO:arianna.bozzolo@rodaleinstitute.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR