BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Rodale Institute - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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/New_York 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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles 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/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T103000 DTSTAMP:20250331T161334Z CREATED:20250115T201857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T161334Z UID:10001030-1747819800-1747823400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Ask me Anything—Organic Markets for Grain Farmers DESCRIPTION:Join us for the last session of the “Organic Markets for Grain Farmers” series. This upcoming advisor call is designed as a follow-up to the last two previous webinars on Markets ROI and Buyer Perspectives on Organic Grain Markets. This is a great opportunity for those who missed the earlier sessions to engage in a deeper discussion about these topics with farmers\, buyers\, and economic experts who were featured in previous webinars. This advisor call is an open forum for you to ask any questions you have related to organic grain markets. This call may also include a walkthrough of organic clearinghouses\, including how to effectively utilize these resources for your business. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to connect\, learn\, and ask questions about the organic grain market. \nAll sessions are free of charge to attendees. \nRegistration\n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \n \nThis session is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/ask-me-anything-organic-markets-for-grain-farmers/ CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7409699-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T150000 DTSTAMP:20250320T174037Z CREATED:20250320T173533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T174037Z UID:10001064-1749045600-1749049200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Exploring Saffron Production in the Southern USA DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging webinar on saffron cultivation\, where we’ll explore the essentials of growing this high-value crop in the Southern USA.\nDiscover the ideal conditions for saffron farming\, along with practical techniques on weeding\, irrigation\, and overall crop management. Learn about the key factors that influence saffron yield and quality\, and gain expert guidance on harvesting and processing. The webinar will also highlight findings from two years of research at Rodale Institute\, funded by Southern SARE\, providing valuable\, data-driven insights into saffron production in the Southern region. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn\, connect\, and grow! \nRegistration\n\n\n \n NameThis 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-exploring-saffron-production-in-the-southern-usa/ CATEGORIES:Southeast Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_2078928103.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T100000 DTSTAMP:20250611T131309Z CREATED:20250530T204131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T131309Z UID:10001085-1750237200-1750240800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:TOPP Central Plains Virtual Coffee Hour: Weed Control Check-In DESCRIPTION:To help foster community building and provide technical assistance to farmers\, Rodale Institute Consulting Services is hosting a virtual “coffee hour” focused on organic weed control. How are your spring grains and row crops looking this year? What weeds are becoming a nuisance? Join your fellow farmers and the Rodale team for a broad discussion on weed control options for the early summer season. \nRegistration\n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nThis session is supported through the Plains Transition to Organic Partnership Program. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/topp-central-plains-virtual-coffee-hour-weed-control-check-in/ CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,Webinar,Coffee Hours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_2577677113.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T150000 DTSTAMP:20250319T141817Z CREATED:20250319T134957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T141817Z UID:10001061-1755093600-1755097200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Farmer Training Programs Overview DESCRIPTION:This webinar is an overview of the Rodale Institute Farmer Training (RIFT) and the Veteran Farmer Training Program (VFTP) programs at the Rodale Institute. This presentation will describe the similarities and the differences between the programs as well the curriculum and highlights of the beginning farmer training and education experience. \nRegistration\n\n \n CompanyThis 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-farmer-training-programs-overview-2025/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/IMG_5189-2-e1742393824317.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T140000 DTSTAMP:20250728T181559Z CREATED:20250626T143911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T181559Z UID:10001088-1755698400-1755698400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Regenerative Organic in Action—Connecting Soil\, Supply and Social Fairness DESCRIPTION:Join Rodale Institute’s Regenerative Health program for a dynamic conversation with leaders from Gaia Herbs and Dr. Bronner’s as we explore how regenerative organic agriculture is transforming the way we grow\, source\, and relate to the products we put in and on our bodies.\nTogether\, we’ll unpack the principles behind Regenerative Organic Certification (ROC) and its powerful potential to restore soil health\, support ethical supply chains\, and advance social fairness—from the farm to the final product. \nThrough real-world examples this panel will dive into why regenerative practices matter for human and planetary health\, and what consumers need to know to make values-aligned choices. \nWhether you’re a consumer\, practitioner\, or industry professional\, you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of the “why” and “how” behind regenerative products—and how your choices can support the health of our soil\, people\, and planet. \nPanelists\nAlison Czeczuga | Director of Education\, Gaia Herbs\nRyan Zinn | Director of Regenerative Projects\, Dr. Bronner’s\nCate Batson Baril | Markets Coordinator\, Rodale Institute\nNadine Clopton (moderator) | Regenerative Education Program Manager\, Rodale Institute \nRegistration\n\n \n X/TwitterThis 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-regenerative-organic-in-action-connecting-soil-supply-and-social-fairness/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7400914.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T150000 DTSTAMP:20250319T141928Z CREATED:20250319T141418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T141928Z UID:10001062-1756303200-1756306800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Electric Livestock Fencing—from Poultry to Cattle DESCRIPTION:During this webinar led by our Farm Innovations team\, we will focus on designing\, installing\, and using a variety of styles of portable and semi portable electric fences.\nWe will begin by looking at maps as a tool for planning your fence outline. We will then look at the variety of fences available to suit the needs of your operation. We will cover poultry netting\, 4-5 strand fencing for goats and sheep\, 1-2 strand fencing suitable for larger animals\, perimeter fencing\, subdividing paddocks within your field\, 3-D anti deer fencing\, grounding\, and energizers. We will discuss how to move livestock within fencing and some of the successes and failures we have had here at the Midwest Organic Center as well as in my past career working on a diverse organic farm in Northern California. Finally\, we will examine the age-old adage “the best fence is a good pasture.” \nRegistration\n\n \n NameThis 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-electric-livestock-fencing-from-poultry-to-cattle/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7400420-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T150000 DTSTAMP:20250730T143018Z CREATED:20250728T204425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T143018Z UID:10001544-1756908000-1756911600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Advancing Sustainable Hemp Fiber Production and Processing in the Northeastern U.S. DESCRIPTION:Rodale Institute has been at the forefront of industrial hemp research\, developing the best management practices to support farmers and fiber-processing industries across Pennsylvania and the Northeastern region since 2017.\nOur field and greenhouse trials focus on nutrient management\, varietal performance\, and key agronomic practices\, including row spacing and the use of cover crops to suppress weeds and improve soil health. We have evaluated many fiber hemp varieties with a special focus on their adaptability to organic systems. \nIn addition to agronomic performance\, we have studied how these varieties interact with arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF)\, beneficial microbes that enhance nutrient uptake and contribute to overall plant resilience. We have also begun testing the mechanical properties of fiber samples\, including tensile strength\, to better understand their industrial potential. \nWe look forward to sharing these findings to empower more growers and processors with practical\, science-based solutions\, in building a sustainable hemp fiber economy in the Northeast. Gain insights from our presenter\, Dr. Dinesh Panday in this webinar on September 3\, 2025. \nRegistration\n\n \n InstagramThis 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-advancing-sustainable-hemp-fiber-production-and-processing-in-the-northeastern-u-s/ CATEGORIES:Pocono Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/RCP_170811_4146.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T150000 DTSTAMP:20250730T143433Z CREATED:20250729T151140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T143433Z UID:10001545-1757512800-1757516400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Ticks on the Farm—Tips to Protect Yourself and Your Animals DESCRIPTION:When you live\, work and recreate near prime tick habitat\, you and your animals are at high risk for bites and tick-borne diseases.\nThis talk will help you learn to identify ticks\, the disease-causing pathogens they carry\, how to protect yourself\, your animals\, and your property against them and more. \nModerator: Arash Ghale\, Director of Research Growth\, Rodale Institute \nPresenter: Cheryl Frank Sullivan\, Research Assistant Professor\, University of Vermont\, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences\, Department of Agriculture\, Landscape and Environment\, Entomology Research Laboratory. \nCheryl Frank Sullivan is an Entomologist and\, for over 19 years\, has specialized in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and biological control. Her research activities are two-fold and focus on vector ecology and management (ticks) and agricultural pest management in greenhouse\, nursery and high tunnel production. \nRegistration\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-ticks-on-the-farm-tips-to-protect-yourself-and-your-animals/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_2236136641.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T150000 DTSTAMP:20251008T173309Z CREATED:20251008T133633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T173309Z UID:10001632-1761141600-1761145200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Finding Edible Options for Cover Crops in California Organic Vegetable Rotations DESCRIPTION:In California (in addition to many other parts of the country) high costs associated with farming can dissuade organic growers from incorporating cover crops and reduced tillage practices to their operation. Since 2024 the team at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center has been exploring how cover crops that can be harvested may offset some of the costs while improving the conditions of the soil and pressure from weeds. \nRegistration\n\n \n FacebookThis 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/finding-edible-options-for-cover-crops-in-california-organic-vegetable-rotations/ CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7404010.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T150000 DTSTAMP:20250918T183437Z CREATED:20250918T183437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T183437Z UID:10001624-1763560800-1763564400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Midwest Vegetable Systems Trial—Utilizing No-Till and Biochar to Improve Sustainability of Organic Vegetable Production DESCRIPTION:A common practice for vegetable production is the use of black plastic mulch (BPM). BPM has its benefits\, but it also is expensive and creates a large amount of waste\, some of which ends up as microplastics in the soil. By using no-till management and deep mulch\, vegetable producers can reduce these expenses and plastic waste while also providing benefits to soil health. This webinar will discuss the Midwest Vegetables Systems Trial which combines different tillage management systems with the use of biochar as a soil amendment. Join us to learn more about biochar\, organic vegetable production in the Midwest\, and the various tillage management practices that can benefit soil health and reduce the labor needed for weeding. \nRegistration\n\n \n CompanyThis 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-midwest-vegetable-systems-trial-utilizing-no-till-and-biochar-to-improve-sustainability-of-organic-vegetable-production/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/no-till-soybeans-3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T150000 DTSTAMP:20251007T191421Z CREATED:20250320T180427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T191421Z UID:10001065-1764770400-1764774000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Effect of Mulching Systems on Organic Vegetable Yield and Pest Pressure DESCRIPTION:Due to unforeseen circumstances\, this webinar has been canceled. We are sorry for the inconvenience. Please visit our webinar webpage for more events like this.\nJoin us for an insightful webinar exploring the impact of different mulching systems on organic vegetable production. \nWe’ll discuss how various mulches—black plastic\, no mulch\, compost\, wood mulch\, and living mulch (growing marigolds between vegetable rows)—influence weed and pest pressure\, as well as the yield and quality of organic peppers. This session will also present key findings from our 2023 and 2024 research\, offering valuable insights into sustainable alternatives to plastic mulch. Learn about practical\, eco-friendly mulching strategies that can help organic growers improve productivity while maintaining soil health. Whether you’re an experienced grower or just starting with organic vegetables\, this webinar will equip you with knowledge to build a more resilient and profitable organic system. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn\, connect\, and grow! URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-effect-of-mulching-systems-on-organic-vegetable-yield-and-pest-pressure/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Drew-Kneeling-Sampling-Far-5-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T170000 DTSTAMP:20251027T213221Z CREATED:20251027T213056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T213221Z UID:10001633-1764777600-1764781200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Establishing a Hazelnut Orchard—Agroforestry and Alley Cropping Approaches in the Pacific Northwest DESCRIPTION:This session will highlight Rodale Institute’s efforts to establish a new hazelnut orchard in the Pacific Northwest\, exploring agroforestry and alley cropping practices that integrate perennial nut production with cover crops and small grains. The presentation will discuss orchard design\, soil health benefits\, and strategies for building resilient\, diversified farming systems tailored to the region. \nRegistration\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 signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. 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He will also explain the investments made by Cornwall Manor\, how the operation functions day-to-day\, the ways the farm engages residents\, and successes and challenges over four seasons. \nRegistration\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 signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-farm-to-retirement-community/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/RCP_240627_3587.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T133000 DTSTAMP:20251119T052524Z CREATED:20251113T175153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T052524Z UID:10001642-1765801800-1765805400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit - Train the Trainers (All Regions) DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-depth walkthrough of “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a new resource designed to strengthen regional organic economies. This toolkit provides farmers and stakeholders with data\, insights\, and opportunity analysis to help expand regional production of high-demand organic crops\, reduce reliance on imports\, and increase economic opportunities for U.S. farmers. During this webinar\, we’ll explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \nRegistration\n\n \n \n 12/15/25 Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit - Train the Trainers All Regions Pt. 1\n December 15\, 2025\, 12:30-1:30 PM EST \n \n CommentsThis 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 Phone NumberState*AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificFarm or Organization NameI am a...*\n \n \n Farmer/Producer\n \n \n \n Processor/Handler\n \n \n \n Buyer\n \n \n \n Other\n Zip/Postal Code*HIDDEN Lead Status\n Register \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. \n \nThis event is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-train-the-trainers-all-regions/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/AdobeStock_436105265.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T163000 DTSTAMP:20251126T205037Z CREATED:20251113T182550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T205037Z UID:10001643-1765810800-1765816200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Northeast/Mid-Atlantic) DESCRIPTION:Calling all Northeast/Mid-Atlantic farmers and stakeholders! Join us for an in-depth walkthrough of “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a new resource designed to strengthen regional organic economies. This toolkit provides farmers and stakeholders with data\, insights\, and opportunity analysis to help expand regional production of high-demand organic crops\, reduce reliance on imports\, and increase economic opportunities for U.S. farmers. During this webinar\, we’ll explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the Northeast/Mid-Atlantic\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \n \n\nRegistration\n\n \n \n 12/15/25 Webinar:Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Northeast)\n December 15\, 2025\, 3-4:30 PM EST \n \n PhoneThis 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 Phone NumberEmail*\n \n State*AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificZip/Postal Code*Farm or Organization NameI am a...*\n \n \n Farmer/Producer\n \n \n \n Processor/Handler\n \n \n \n Buyer\n \n \n \n Other\n HIDDEN Lead Status\n Register \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. \n \nThis event is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-northeast/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/annie-spratt-hiDnpd-p-eE-unsplash-e1763238575823.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T150000 DTSTAMP:20251119T052319Z CREATED:20251113T183648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T052319Z UID:10001644-1765893600-1765897200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Midwest) DESCRIPTION:Calling all Midwestern farmers and stakeholders! Join us for an in-depth walkthrough of “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a new resource designed to strengthen regional organic economies. This toolkit provides farmers and stakeholders with data\, insights\, and opportunity analysis to help expand regional production of high-demand organic crops\, reduce reliance on imports\, and increase economic opportunities for U.S. farmers. During this webinar\, we’ll explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the Midwest\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \n\nRegistration\n\n \n \n 12/16/25 Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Midwest)\n December 16\, 2025\, 2:00-3:00 PM CST \n \n X/TwitterThis 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 Phone NumberEmail*\n \n State*AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificZip/Postal Code*Farm or Organization NameI am a...*\n \n \n Farmer/Producer\n \n \n \n Processor/Handler\n \n \n \n Buyer\n \n \n \n Other\n HIDDEN Lead Status\n Register \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. \n \nThis event is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-midwest/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/AdobeStock_511184307.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251217T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251217T090000 DTSTAMP:20251119T052249Z CREATED:20251114T220147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T052249Z UID:10001646-1765958400-1765962000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Northwest) DESCRIPTION:Calling all Northwestern farmers and stakeholders! Join us for an in-depth walkthrough of “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a new resource designed to strengthen regional organic economies. This toolkit provides farmers and stakeholders with data\, insights\, and opportunity analysis to help expand regional production of high-demand organic crops\, reduce reliance on imports\, and increase economic opportunities for U.S. farmers. During this webinar\, we’ll explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the Northwest\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \n\nRegistration\n\n \n \n 12/17/25 Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Northwest)\n December 17\, 2025\, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM PST \n \n FacebookThis 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 Phone NumberEmail*\n \n State*AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificZip/Postal Code*Farm or Organization NameI am a...*\n \n \n Farmer/Producer\n \n \n \n Processor/Handler\n \n \n \n Buyer\n \n \n \n Other\n HIDDEN Lead Status\n Register \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. 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URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-northwest/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/daniel-fazio-oK9EKfqv8HE-unsplash-e1763238894290.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T123000 DTSTAMP:20251119T052219Z CREATED:20251114T220811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T052219Z UID:10001647-1765971000-1765974600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Plains) DESCRIPTION:Calling all farmers and stakeholders who live in the Plains region! Join us for an in-depth walkthrough of “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a new resource designed to strengthen regional organic economies. This toolkit provides farmers and stakeholders with data\, insights\, and opportunity analysis to help expand regional production of high-demand organic crops\, reduce reliance on imports\, and increase economic opportunities for U.S. farmers. During this webinar\, we’ll explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the Plains\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \n\nRegistration\n\n \n \n 12/17/25 Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Plains)\n December 17\, 2025\, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM CST \n \n CommentsThis 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 Phone NumberEmail*\n \n State*AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificZip/Postal Code*Farm or Organization NameI am a...*\n \n \n Farmer/Producer\n \n \n \n Processor/Handler\n \n \n \n Buyer\n \n \n \n Other\n HIDDEN Lead Status\n Register \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. \n \nThis event is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-plains/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/AdobeStock_768128217-e1763239100603.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251218T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251218T120000 DTSTAMP:20251126T210259Z CREATED:20251114T222503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T210259Z UID:10001649-1766053800-1766059200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (West/Southwest) DESCRIPTION:Calling all farmers and stakeholders who live in the West and Southwest regions! Join us for an in-depth walkthrough of “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a new resource designed to strengthen regional organic economies. This toolkit provides farmers and stakeholders with data\, insights\, and opportunity analysis to help expand regional production of high-demand organic crops\, reduce reliance on imports\, and increase economic opportunities for U.S. farmers. During this webinar\, we’ll explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the West and Southwest\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \n\n\nRegistration\n\n \n \n 12/18/25 Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Southwest)\n December 18\, 2025\, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM MST \n \n InstagramThis 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 Phone NumberEmail*\n \n State*AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificZip/Postal Code*Farm or Organization NameI am a...*\n \n \n Farmer/Producer\n \n \n \n Processor/Handler\n \n \n \n Buyer\n \n \n \n Other\n HIDDEN Lead Status\n Register \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. \n \nThis event is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-southwest/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/jeppe-vadgaard-PnFgNgCkBXY-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T120000 DTSTAMP:20251119T052109Z CREATED:20251114T222004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T052109Z UID:10001648-1766055600-1766059200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Southeast) DESCRIPTION:Calling all farmers and stakeholders who live in the Southeast region! Join us for an in-depth walkthrough of “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a new resource designed to strengthen regional organic economies. This toolkit provides farmers and stakeholders with data\, insights\, and opportunity analysis to help expand regional production of high-demand organic crops\, reduce reliance on imports\, and increase economic opportunities for U.S. farmers. During this webinar\, we’ll explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the Southeast\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \n\nRegistration\n\n \n \n 12/18/25 Webinar: Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Southeast)\n December 18\, 2025\, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST \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 Phone NumberEmail*\n \n State*AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificZip/Postal Code*Farm or Organization NameI am a...*\n \n \n Farmer/Producer\n \n \n \n Processor/Handler\n \n \n \n Buyer\n \n \n \n Other\n HIDDEN Lead Status\n Register \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. \n \nThis event is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-southeast/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/jeferson-santu-DPoVZoj39N4-unsplash-e1763239320373.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T150000 DTSTAMP:20260121T193824Z CREATED:20260121T193824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T193824Z UID:10001718-1773237600-1773241200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Rotary Hoes for Grain Crop Weed Management DESCRIPTION:Are early season weeds getting you down? Join this webinar presented by Ben Lehman and Will Glazik for a deep dive on rotary hoes: timing for the best weed kill\, what to look for in new and used models\, DIY units/adjustments and tips from our farmer network! \nRegistration\n\n \n NameThis 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-rotary-hoes-for-grain-crop-weed-management/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Photo-Credit_-Tanner-Houselog-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T150000 DTSTAMP:20260121T194254Z CREATED:20260121T194254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T194254Z UID:10001719-1774447200-1774450800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Cover Crops Made Simple: From Planting Basics to Livestock Grazing DESCRIPTION:Join the Midwest Organic Center team for a comprehensive overview of using cover crops in a row crop system. This webinar will cover some benefits and challenges of using cover crops and dive into some basics like planting\, termination\, and equipment. We will also cover some more advanced topics like selecting certain species for a diverse mixture\, livestock grazing\, and share some relevant data from the MOC’s Diverse Systems Trial. \nRegistration\n\n \n X/TwitterThis 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*Google-Click-ID\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-cover-crops-made-simple-from-planting-basics-to-livestock-grazing/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_2484932235.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T150000 DTSTAMP:20260304T142140Z CREATED:20260220T171847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T142140Z UID:10001732-1776866400-1776870000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: The Agronomy of Fiber Flax DESCRIPTION:Curious about fiber flax and its potential to reshape the textile industry? Join us to learn more about the PA Flax Project’s mission and the fundaments of growing fiber flax organically. This conversation will cover the agronomy of fiber flax from the growth cycle and its role in crop rotations to fields preparation\, seeding strategies\, and weed management. Part-two of this series will focus on harvesting\, post-harvest handling\, and the marketing of this crop. \nPresenter: Bill Shick of the PA Flax Project & Catherine Peebles \nRegistration\n\n \n X/TwitterThis 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-the-agronomy-of-fiber-flax/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1799438863.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T150000 DTSTAMP:20260521T135351Z CREATED:20260521T135351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T135351Z UID:10001783-1781704800-1781708400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Can Organic Dairy Meet Science-Based Climate Goals? DESCRIPTION:The Science-Based Targets Initiative is the leading framework for corporate climate action\, used by over 10\,000 companies globally\, including some of the world’s biggest dairy brands. But the details behind corporate climate plans are rarely shared publicly\, so it can be hard to evaluate the science behind a science-based target. In this webinar\, we use data from a fast-growing organic yogurt company\, Painterland Sisters\, to assess the feasibility of meeting science-based targets for organic dairy. We show that SBTi’s “near term” targets are readily achievable for organic dairy. But SBTi’s “long term” net-zero targets appear to be currently unfeasible. We share some alternative long-term ideas for climate and dairy\, including “fossil fuel free” dairy and separate goals for methane and other greenhouse gases. \nPanelists will include:\nFranklin Egan and Matty Rotman\, Painterland Sisters \nSage Dennis\, Rodale Institute \nRegistration\n\n \n CommentsThis 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-can-organic-dairy-meet-science-based-climate-goals/ LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-1291-e1535573543744.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T150000 DTSTAMP:20260521T135934Z CREATED:20260521T135934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T135934Z UID:10001784-1785938400-1785942000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Farmer Training Overview DESCRIPTION:This webinar is an overview of the Rodale Institute Farmer Training (RIFT) and the Veteran Farmer Training Program (VFTP) programs at the Rodale Institute. This presentation will describe the similarities and the differences between the programs as well the curriculum and highlights of the beginning farmer training and education experience. \nPresenters will include:\nDan Kemper\, Master Trainer \nJustin Barclay\, Global Education Operations Manager \nRegistration\n\n \n InstagramThis 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-farmer-training-overview/ LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/RIFT-Field-Walk-01508.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T150000 DTSTAMP:20260611T170110Z CREATED:20260611T170110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T170110Z UID:10001802-1788962400-1788966000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Healthy Soil = Healthy Food = Healthy People: Bridging Science\, Standards\, and Products DESCRIPTION:What does soil health have to do with human health? More than most people realize. Every product has a story—and the most important part begins beneath our feet. Join Rodale Institute\, Regenerative Organic Alliance\, and Gaia Herbs® for a conversation that connects the full journey of regenerative organic agriculture—from rigorous scientific research to the products people trust every day. \nTogether\, we’ll explore: \n\nThe science and history behind soil health and its impact on food quality\nHow standards and certification create accountability and transparency\nHow regenerative practices show up in real-world products and supply chains\nThrough a balance of science and storytelling\, this session will bring to life a powerful and proven idea: healthy soil produces healthy food\, which supports healthy people. \nPanelists will include:\n\nAnnie Brown\, VP of Development\, Rodale Institute\nDr. Andrew Smith\, Chief Scientific Officer\, Rodale Institute\nAshley Walgren\, Sustainability & Impact Manager\nDavid Green\, Brand Engagement Manager\, The Regenerative Organic Alliance\nRegistration\n\n \n NameThis 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/healthy-soil-healthy-food-healthy-people-bridging-science-standards-and-products/ LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/soil-popup.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T140000 DTSTAMP:20260909T155158Z CREATED:20260902T200517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T155158Z UID:10001815-1789390800-1789394400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Rye Working Group - Session 1 DESCRIPTION:Rodale Institute’s Markets team is convening a Rye Working Group focused on developing diverse markets for organic rye. \nSeveral significant rye initiatives already exist. Rather than duplicate them\, our intention is to uplift the work already underway\, increase shared learning\, identify new opportunities\, and explore strategies that require more coordination than any one organization can achieve alone. Rodale is convening and facilitating this group to support moving this work forward together. \nWhile this working group focuses on rye\, we recognize it is part of addressing a larger systemic need to build markets for the winter grains that make up healthy organic cropping rotations. \nThis working group intends to bring together growers\, processors\, millers\, distillers\, brand buyers\, breeders\, and researchers from across the rye supply system to coordinate efforts\, share market intelligence\, and find concrete ways to grow demand for organic rye. \nWe will be hosting two introductory meetings (September 14 and September 28) where we will share: \n– Introductions and a chance to hear what everyone’s already working on \n– The working group’s purpose and scope \n– Systemic challenges and opportunities for rye markets \nIn Session 3 (October 5)\, we will get to work on collective action. \nConveners:  \nWill Glazik\, Rodale Institute \nBridget Gilmore\, Rodale Institute \nRachel Kastner\, reNourish Studio \nLauren Tucker\, reNourish Studio \n Join us for Session 2 \n Join us for Session 3 \nThis event is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). \nDetails\nDate: September 14\, 2026 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration\n\n \n \n 09/14/2026 Rye Working Group - Session 1\n September 14\, 2026\, 1:00-200 PM EDT \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 \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/rye-working-group-session-1/ CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/young-green-ears-rye-agricultural-background-growing-ears-cereals-wheat-sunset-sunlight-plantation-sunset-rays-soft-focus-selective-focus.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T150000 DTSTAMP:20260910T233223Z CREATED:20260909T155041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T233223Z UID:10001820-1789999200-1790002800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Organic Pricing Data: Where to Find It and What New Research Reveals about Access DESCRIPTION:What resources report on organic pricing and what are the gaps in this data? \nPublic price and sales reports have helped level the playing field between buyers and sellers of all sizes. As agricultural information becomes increasingly privatized and markets more concentrated\, that public data is more important than ever for a fair\, stable organic sector. Join researcher Katie Butterfield (UC Davis)\, as she shares findings from her new peer-reviewed article\, Improving USDA’s Public Price and Volume Data for an Equitable Organic Food Value Chain\, along with the broader work behind it. \nHere’s what to expect: \n– Where to access organic pricing data as a farmer. \n– What the research found: interviews and surveys with organic producers\, processors\, distributors\, and retailers about how price and volume data can better serve them. \n– Why access matters: many farmers don’t have the resources to purchase private data sources\, and improving public data access\, especially smaller markets\, is one of the clearest ways to close that gap. \nThis session is for transitioning and organic farmers\, buyers\, supply chain actors\, researchers\, and advocates who want to understand what’s happening to organic acreage and pricing transparency and how better data can support a more equitable organic value chain. \nThis event is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). \nDetails\nDate: September 21\, 2026 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration\n\n \n \n 09/21/2026 Organic Pricing Data: Where to Find It and What New Research Reveals about Access\n September 21\, 2026\, 2:00-3:00 PM EDT \n \n PhoneThis 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 \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/organic-pricing-data-where-to-find-it-and-what-new-research-reveals-about-access/ CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/vibrant-selection-colorful-produce-local-market-healthconscious-buyers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T140000 DTSTAMP:20260909T155131Z CREATED:20260902T201507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T155131Z UID:10001816-1790600400-1790604000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Rye Working Group - Session 2 DESCRIPTION:Rodale Institute’s Markets team is convening a Rye Working Group focused on developing diverse markets for organic rye. \nSeveral significant rye initiatives already exist. Rather than duplicate them\, our intention is to uplift the work already underway\, increase shared learning\, identify new opportunities\, and explore strategies that require more coordination than any one organization can achieve alone. Rodale is convening and facilitating this group to support moving this work forward together. \nWhile this working group focuses on rye\, we recognize it is part of addressing a larger systemic need to build markets for the winter grains that make up healthy organic cropping rotations. \nThis working group intends to bring together growers\, processors\, millers\, distillers\, brand buyers\, breeders\, and researchers from across the rye supply system to coordinate efforts\, share market intelligence\, and find concrete ways to grow demand for organic rye. We will be hosting two introductory meetings (September 14 and September 28) where we will share: \n– Introductions and a chance to hear what everyone’s already working on \n– The working group’s purpose and scope \n– Systemic challenges and opportunities for rye markets \nIn Session 3 (October 5)\, we will get to work on collective action. \nConveners: \nWill Glazik\, Rodale Institute \nBridget Gilmore\, Rodale Institute \nRachel Kastner\, reNourish Studio \nLauren Tucker\, reNourish Studio \n Join us for Session 3 \nThis event is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). \nDetails\nDate: September 28\, 2026 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration\n\n \n \n 09/28/2026 Rye Working Group - Session 2\n September 28\, 2026\, 1:00-200 PM EDT \n \n LinkedInThis 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 \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/rye-working-group-session-2/ CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/young-green-ears-rye-agricultural-background-growing-ears-cereals-wheat-sunset-sunlight-plantation-sunset-rays-soft-focus-selective-focus.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T160000 DTSTAMP:20260910T233110Z CREATED:20260909T155958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T233110Z UID:10001821-1790694000-1790697600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:How to Tell Your Farm's Story to Access Organic Markets DESCRIPTION:Your farm has a story worth telling. This workshop will help you tell it well. \nThis session is designed to help organic farmers tell their farm story clearly\, confidently\, and in their own voice so they can connect with buyers and consumers\, grow their business\, and help others understand what organic is and why they should buy organic. \nHere’s what to expect: \n\nArticulate why you farm organically\, and how to say it in a way that sticks\nShare why buying local and domestic organic matters and how to make that case to your buyers and consumers\nLearn how to shape your story for the audience in front of you\, whether that’s a farmers market customer\, a retail or wholesale buyer\, or someone you just met\n\nThe Story Labs are designed and facilitated by the Organic Farmers Association and Modern Species\, a creative agency focused on helping farmers\, ingredient suppliers\, manufacturers\, brands\, retailers\, certifiers\, and associations tell clear and compelling stories so buyers and consumers make better choices. \nWebinar Panelists: \n\nGage Mitchell – Founder & CEO of Modern Species\nMadison Letizia – Communications Manager\, Organic Farmers Association\n\nStory Labs are supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). \nDetails\nDate: September 29\, 2026 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. EST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration\n\n \n \n 09/29/2026 How to Tell Your Farm's Story to Access Organic Markets\n September 29\, 2026\, 3:00-4:00 PM EDT \n \n CompanyThis 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 \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/how-to-tell-your-farms-story-to-access-organic-markets/ CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/carved-vegetables-small-trees-medium-trees-large-trees-ready-be-cut-cutting-is-available-b.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR