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 […]
We know that Healthy Soil = Healthy Food = Healthy People, and organic certification can create healthy soil, but what if you want to go above and beyond? What does […]
* Due to unforeseen circumstances, this webinar has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for 2023. Please check back in the new year for the rescheduled dates on our Events […]
Join Dr. Gladis Zinati, Director of Rodale Institute’s Vegetable Systems Trial (VST), to learn more about the recent research findings related to the impact of management practices and cropping systems […]
Join Dr. Kristie Wendelberger, Climate Smart Project Director, to learn about the benefits of cover cropping on soil health, the soil microbial community, and Climate Smart Agriculture. Cover crops are […]
Farmer’s reliance on frequent tillage for effective weed control remains a major concern for organic grain production. Conventional tillage practices severely disrupt soil structure, reduce soil organic matter, and increase […]
Designing and implementing a new large-scale system of agriculture such as Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) takes an interdisciplinary approach that includes farmer adoption, understanding economic and social barriers to adoption, […]
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 […]
Weed control in organic agriculture remains a major and enduring challenge and barrier to organic transition. The traditional way of managing weeds is tillage but it has several environmental concerns. […]
Have you or your community ever considered partnering with a local, regenerative organic farm in order to implement a food access program to increase your community’s food security and overall […]
Taking a soil test is a staple in helping broadcast your soils' health and fertility. In this webinar, Rodale Institute Organic Consultant Sage Dennis will go over how to take […]
Are you a new farmer transitioning to organic production? This webinar will highlight available FREE tools to assist farmers and agriculture professionals with the identification of weeds and herbicide injuries […]
Routine scouting of crops is one of the most effective ways organic farmers can stay ahead of costly pest and disease issues. In this presentation, we’ll review best practices around […]
This webinar will be a project update of a multidisciplinary project funded by the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR). This project seeks to link soil and human health […]
Commercial hemp (Cannabis sativa) production ceased throughout the U.S. in the early 1940s due to its close relationship to the marijuana plant. Thus, little to no research on industrial hemp […]
Would you like to transition your beef cattle and broilers to organic? Are you interesting in adding beef cattle and broilers to your existing operation? We will discuss how your […]
This informational webinar will provide details about the Southern Piedmont Climate-Smart Project. We will discuss how farmers can participate in the project, the incentives provided for participation, what is expected […]
This informational webinar will provide details about the Southern Piedmont Climate-Smart Project. We will discuss how farmers markets can participate in the project, the incentives provided for participation, what is […]
Join us with Dave Carter (Technical Assistance Provider Director of the Flower Hill Institute) who will guide you through what makes a certified organic livestock and/or poultry processing facility. If […]
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this webinar has been cancelled. When pest populations climb, beneficial insects in the environment can have difficulty controlling the situation. They need backup and farmers often […]