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/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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T150000 DTSTAMP:20230503T160420Z CREATED:20230106T185104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T160420Z UID:10000870-1692194400-1692198000@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 (VFT) programs at the Rodale Institute. This presentation will describe the similarities and the differences between the programs as well as the curriculum and highlights of the beginning farmer training and education experience. \n\n\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 \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-programs-overview/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7406865-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T150000 DTSTAMP:20230109T065142Z CREATED:20230106T183730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T065142Z UID:10000869-1690984800-1690988400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: How to Build Soil Organic Matter in Organic Grain Systems DESCRIPTION:Join our Organic Consultants\, Catherine Peebles\, Léa Vereecke\, and Nic Podoll\, to learn about building soil organic matter in organic grain systems. Soil organic matter is a key indicator of soil health and is associated with water holding capacity\, aggregate stability\, nutrient availability\, and inherent soil fertility. Thus\, maintaining good levels of organic matter will help grow healthy crops. Our consultants will discuss how it is derived\, the balance between gains and losses\, and different management practices’ influence on soil organic matter. \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-how-to-build-soil-organic-matter-in-organic-grain-systems/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7306921-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T150000 DTSTAMP:20230109T064805Z CREATED:20230106T182600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T064805Z UID:10000861-1687356000-1687359600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Hemp Production in Regenerative Organic Agroecosystems DESCRIPTION:Hemp\, with approximately 50\,000 declared uses\, has been grown in North America since the 17th century. Hemp is grown for a variety of purposes such as fiber production and paper industry\, cosmetics\, medicinal properties and in the creation of construction material. C. sativa\, with hundreds of phytocannabinoids\, terpenoids\, flavonoids and fatty acids\, is recognized as a plant with a rich chemical profile. \nFor more than 50 years\, hemp production was restricted in the United States until the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 directed the USDA to develop a regulatory framework for hemp production. Just in 2020\, over 520 licenses were issued in the state of Pennsylvania to establish over 3\,100 acres of hemp fields and greenhouses.  \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-hemp-production-in-regenerative-organic-agroecosystems/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Ashley_Hemp-Field-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T150000 DTSTAMP:20230109T064314Z CREATED:20230106T181116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T064314Z UID:10000860-1686146400-1686150000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Organic Agriculture—Mitigating and Adapting to Climate Change Through Carbon Sequestration DESCRIPTION:Climate change is the world’s greatest environmental challenge. Organic agriculture can help tackle climate change through its ability to store huge amounts of carbon. The purpose of this webinar is to provide insights into soil organic carbon accumulation potential of organic agriculture by leveraging research findings from Rodale Institute’s Farming Systems Trial—the longest-running side-by-side comparison of organic and conventional cropping systems in North America.  \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-organic-agriculture-mitigating-and-adapting-to-climate-change-through-carbon-sequestration/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/DJI_0150.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230531T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230531T150000 DTSTAMP:20230518T220449Z CREATED:20230113T153116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T220449Z UID:10000874-1685541600-1685545200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Webinar: The ABCs of Augmentative Biological Control DESCRIPTION:Due to unforeseen circumstances\, this webinar has been cancelled. \nWhen pest populations climb\, beneficial insects in the environment can have difficulty controlling the situation. They need backup and farmers often turn to augmentative biological control\, or biocontrol. Releasing mass-reared insects like ladybeetles\, minute pirate bug\, lacewings\, etc. is a great way to quickly tackle pest pressure but there are best management practices farmers should follow in order to increase their efficacy. This presentation will walk through how to choose a biocontrol and best practices for releasing them. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-the-abcs-of-augmentative-biological-control/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_198580193.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T150000 DTSTAMP:20230109T064119Z CREATED:20230106T175952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T064119Z UID:10000857-1684936800-1684940400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Part II: A Guide to Becoming Certified Organic in Livestock and Poultry Processing Facilities DESCRIPTION: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 you are already a processer\, we will discuss the additional steps to being certified organic. We will discuss best practices\, opportunities available\, and market trends for meat and poultry. \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-part-ii-a-guide-to-becoming-certified-organic-in-livestock-and-poultry-processing-facilities/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7402915.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T160000 DTSTAMP:20230503T161444Z CREATED:20230501T204334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T161444Z UID:10000889-1684854000-1684857600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Southern Piedmont Climate-Smart Farmers Market Recruitment Informational Webinar DESCRIPTION: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 expected of the market managers and the Southern Piedmont Climate-Smart team\, and answer questions from the audience. Attendance for the webinar should include farmers market managers located in the Southern Piedmont who are interested in learning more about this high incentives project. This webinar will be recorded and linked to the Southern Piedmont Climate-Smart Farmer and Farmers Market Recruitment webpage. \nPresenters:\nSuzanne Girdner – Georgia Organics\nKaren McSwain – Carolina Farm Stewardship Association\nBrent Wills – Virginia Association of Biological Farmers\nDr. Alfonso Morales – University of Wisconsin\nDr. Dari – North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University\nDr. Kristie Wendelberger – Rodale Institute \n\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 \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/southern-piedmont-climate-smart-farmers-market-recruitment-informational-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Climate-Smart Events,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC04368.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T120000 DTSTAMP:20230503T161419Z CREATED:20230501T204344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T161419Z UID:10000890-1684839600-1684843200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Southern Piedmont Climate-Smart Farmer Recruitment Informational Webinar DESCRIPTION: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 of the farmers and the Southern Piedmont Climate-Smart team\, and answer questions from the audience. Attendance for the webinar should include diverse vegetable farmers (organic and conventional) located in the Southern Piedmont who are interested in learning more about this high incentives project. This webinar will be recorded and linked to the Southern Piedmont Climate-Smart Farmer and Farmers Market Recruitment webpage. \nPresenters:\nSuzanne Girdner – Georgia Organics\nPatrick Brown – The Connect Group\nDr. Shandrea Stallworth – Rodale Institute\nKaren McSwain – Carolina Farm Stewardship Association\nBrent Wills – Virginia Association of Biological Farmers\nDr. Dari – North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University\nDr. Kristie Wendelberger – Rodale Institute \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/southern-piedmont-climate-smart-farmer-recruitment-informational-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Climate-Smart Events,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7406738.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T150000 DTSTAMP:20230106T174836Z CREATED:20230106T174836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T174836Z UID:10000856-1684332000-1684335600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Part I: Transitioning to Certified Organic Beef Cattle and Broilers DESCRIPTION: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 operation may change\, the practices you need to implement\, and how to make a successful transition. \nLearn more about Rodale Institute’s consulting program here. \n\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 \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-part-i-transitioning-to-certified-organic-beef-cattle-and-broilers/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-7639-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T150000 DTSTAMP:20230109T063444Z CREATED:20230106T173620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T063444Z UID:10000854-1683727200-1683730800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Growing Industrial Hemp as a Multipurpose Crop in Organic Cropping Systems DESCRIPTION: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 has been conducted over the past eighty years in the U.S. At Rodale Institute\, we have been investigating hemp as a nitrogen moderator in the hemp-malt barley (Hordeum vulgare) cropping system. \nIn this webinar\, our research scientist\, Dr. Madhav Dhakal will discuss nitrogen management in rotational organic no-tillage and conventional tillage systems with a focus on cover crop utilization. Current research demonstrates the influence of winter cover crops [hairy vetch (Vicia villosa) + field pea (Pisum sativum)] on nitrogen use efficiency\, yield\, and quality of hemp fiber and malt barley under two tillage [conventional tillage (CT) vs. no-tillage (NT)] practices and four supplemental nitrogen rates (0\, 50\, 100\, and 150 kg N ha˗1) in hemp and barley cropping system. \nLearn more about Rodale Institute’s weed management program here. \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 signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-growing-industrial-hemp-as-a-multipurpose-crop-in-organic-cropping-systems/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7407822.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T150000 DTSTAMP:20230105T215934Z CREATED:20230105T215934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T215934Z UID:10000851-1682517600-1682521200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Exploring the Link Between Soil and Human Health—Protein\, Protein Quality\, and the Nutraceutical Amino Acid Ergothioneine DESCRIPTION: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 by investigating the relationship between agricultural practices\, soil microbiology\, and crop nutrient quality in grain crops\, specifically wheat and corn. This study is measuring plant available nitrogen and soil microbial structure along with concentrations of protein\, amino acids\, B vitamins\, and the nutraceutical amino acid ergothioneine in grain crops produced in long-term systems trials\, on working farms\, and in controlled field and laboratory studies. \nActive research on ergothioneine is finding that this amino acid has antioxidant properties and increasingly apparent human health benefits. It is only biosynthesized by fungi and fungi-like bacteria\, is present in many foods\, and plants obtain it through an unknown mechanism where it is transferred up the food chain to animals and humans. Thus\, there should be a clear link between soil microbiomes\, ergothioneine biosynthesis in the soil\, its concentration in plants\, and human health. \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-exploring-the-link-between-soil-and-human-health-protein-protein-quality-and-the-nutraceutical-amino-acid-ergothioneine/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC6187.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T150000 DTSTAMP:20230105T215112Z CREATED:20230105T215112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T215112Z UID:10000849-1681912800-1681916400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Scouting\, An Essential Practice in Organic Pest Management DESCRIPTION: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 scouting and monitoring\, discuss how scouting observations can be used to inform pest management\, and highlight tools and resources available to farmers. \n\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 \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-scouting-an-essential-practice-in-organic-pest-management/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale_June-6374-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T150000 DTSTAMP:20230105T213909Z CREATED:20230105T213909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T213909Z UID:10000846-1680703200-1680706800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: What is that Weed?! Tools to Aid in Weed Identification and Herbicide Injury in Field Crops DESCRIPTION: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 in field crops. This webinar will also cover the use of the Take Action Herbicide Mode of Action chart for farmers in transition. \nLearn more about Rodale Institute’s consulting program here. \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-what-is-that-weed-tools-to-aid-in-weed-identification-and-herbicide-injury-in-field-crops/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/JAK05102-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T150000 DTSTAMP:20230105T212742Z CREATED:20230105T212742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T212742Z UID:10000834-1679493600-1679497200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Soil Testing—Let's Create a Plan of Attack DESCRIPTION: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 a soil test\, how to interpret a soil test\, and how to enact a plan to successfully address soil fertility. This presentation is designed to benefit everyone from aspiring farmers to veteran growers.         \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-soil-testing-lets-create-a-plan-of-attack/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/JAK04874.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T150000 DTSTAMP:20230105T211929Z CREATED:20230105T211929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T211929Z UID:10000833-1678888800-1678892400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Exploration of Rodale Institute's Food Access Models DESCRIPTION: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 health? This webinar will explore the various food access models that Rodale Institute has operated since 2012. Such models are underserved community farmers markets\, community supported agriculture programs\, mobile farmers markets and produce prescription programs. Please join Jesse Barrett of Rodale Institute to examine each of these models and how they may be implemented in your community.   \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-exploration-of-rodale-institutes-food-access-models/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Mobile-Farmers-Market-7304871-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T150000 DTSTAMP:20230109T062001Z CREATED:20230105T210810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T062001Z UID:10000832-1678284000-1678287600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Weed Management in Rotational Organic No-Tillage Systems DESCRIPTION: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. In this webinar\, our research scientist\, Dr. Madhav Dhakal will discuss integrated weed management tactics in rotational organic no-tillage systems with a focus on cover crop utilization\, crop rotation\, and diversification in organic row crops and forage systems. Dr. Dhakal’s current research investigates soybean row configurations and plant density\, the effect of electrocution on weed dynamics in cover crop-based no-till soybean\, and cover crop management in the spring. \nLearn more about Rodale Institute’s weed management program 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-weed-management-in-rotational-organic-no-tillage-systems/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/DJI_0185-2.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/ 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/New_York:20230215T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T150000 DTSTAMP:20230109T061600Z CREATED:20230105T214106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T061600Z UID:10000848-1676469600-1676473200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Quantifying the Potential to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Increase Carbon Sequestration by Growing and Marketing Climate-Smart Commodities in the Southern Piedmont DESCRIPTION: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\, market and consumer buy-in\, new technology to help ease the work and burden on the farmers\, and the science to back up these changes. Join Dr. Kristie Wendelberger\, Climate Smart Project Director\, as she discusses Rodale’s newest\, multi-disciplinary\, large-scale project intended to help Southern Piedmont farmers transition to CSA practices. \nThis $25 million project is funded through the USDA Climate Smart Commodities grant program and in partnership with Emory University\, Clemson University\, University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture\, University of Georgia\, North Carolina State University\, North Carolina Agriculture and Technical State University\, University of Wisconsin\, Soil Health Institute\, Georgia Organics\, Carolina Farm Stewardship Association\, and Virginia Association of Biological Farming. \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-quantifying-the-potential-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-and-increase-carbon-sequestration-by-growing-and-marketing-climate-smart-commodities-in-the-southern-piedmont/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7404043-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T150000 DTSTAMP:20230103T214630Z CREATED:20230103T214630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T214630Z UID:10000831-1675260000-1675263600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: The Use of Cover Crops in No-Till Organic Production in the US Midwest—A Case Study with Dry Beans in Iowa DESCRIPTION: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 soil erosion. In this webinar\, Dr. Contina will discuss the benefits of using cover crops in organic no-till production as well as the challenges and opportunities for farmers and the public in general. \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-use-of-cover-crops-in-no-till-organic-production-in-the-us-midwest-a-case-study-with-dry-beans-in-iowa/ CATEGORIES:Midwest Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7404568.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T150000 DTSTAMP:20230103T202647Z CREATED:20230103T202647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T202647Z UID:10000830-1674655200-1674658800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: How Can Cover Crops Improve Soil Health? DESCRIPTION: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 known for reducing soil compaction\, increasing infiltration\, and feeding the soil microbial community via root exudates. Dr. Wendelberger will explain how this process works and how cover crops can help you improve your overall soil health and the environment. \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-how-can-cover-crops-improve-soil-health/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7403973.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T150000 DTSTAMP:20220128T161521Z CREATED:20220113T143717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T161521Z UID:10000786-1670421600-1670425200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Updates on the Vegetable Systems Trial Soil Health and Vegetable Nutrient Quality DESCRIPTION: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 on soil health and vegetable nutrient quality. The VST\, a long-term study\, has completed its sixth year growing season. \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-updates-on-the-vegetable-systems-trial-soil-health-and-vegetable-nutrient-quality/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/210625-VST-0073-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221123T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221123T150000 DTSTAMP:20221101T205704Z CREATED:20220111T221215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T205704Z UID:10000779-1669212000-1669215600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Webinar: How Do Farming Practices Impact Soil Health and Water Quality? Research Update of the Watershed Impact Trial (WIT) DESCRIPTION:* 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 Calendar. \nIn collaboration with the Stroud Water Research Center and with funding from the William Penn Foundation\, the Rodale Institute is researching the links between farm management practices\, soil health\, and water quality. Different organic and conventional management practices will promote or degrade soil health\, which can affect downstream water quality. Join us for a mid-project update on what we have learned so far. \nLearn more about the Watershed Impact Trial here. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-how-do-farming-practices-impact-soil-health-and-water-quality-research-update-of-the-watershed-impact-trial-wit/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Gall_Rodale2640-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T150000 DTSTAMP:20220602T174025Z CREATED:20220112T012129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T174025Z UID:10000780-1668002400-1668006000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Cutting Through Greenwashing—Regenerative Organic Certification (ROC) DESCRIPTION: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 “regenerative” agriculture actually mean\, and how is it different from “Regenerative Organic”? Join the Rodale Institute and Regenerative Organic Alliance to discuss the Regenerative Organic Certification program and how farmers across the world are implementing this certification on their farm\, and how it will change the way our food is produced for generations to come. \nLearn more about the work of the Regenerative Organic Alliance at https://regenorganic.org/. \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-cutting-through-greenwashing-regenerative-organic-certification-roc/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1061070314.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/ 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/New_York:20221019T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T150000 DTSTAMP:20220223T182859Z CREATED:20220112T195237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T182859Z UID:10000785-1666188000-1666191600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Update 2022—Organic Control Strategies for Swine Parasites in Organic Pastured Pork Systems DESCRIPTION:Intestinal parasites are a persistent problem in pastured pig systems\, but organic parasite control strategies are not reliable. In this webinar\, project leaders and farmers from Rodale Institute will provide research updates on a USDA NIFA Organic Transition grant-funded project focusing on organic parasite control through manure and pasture management. Updates include composting manure to destroy infective parasite eggs and biofumigation of soil to reduce parasite eggs in pasture. \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-update-2022-organic-control-strategies-for-swine-parasites-in-organic-pastured-pork-systems/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Farm-Walk-101288.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T150000 DTSTAMP:20220223T182933Z CREATED:20220112T192055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T182933Z UID:10000784-1664978400-1664982000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Live Q&A with Rodale Institute’s Experts in the Midwest DESCRIPTION:Do you have burning questions you’d like to have answered by our Midwest organic experts? Send them to consulting@rodaleinstitute.org and then join us live to have them answered in real time! \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-live-qa-with-rodale-institutes-experts-in-the-midwest/ CATEGORIES:Midwest Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/SugarGrove-6-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T150000 DTSTAMP:20220824T184942Z CREATED:20220112T175000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T184942Z UID:10000783-1663164000-1663167600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Certified Organic Mushroom Production DESCRIPTION:Certified organic mushroom production is a gray area in the National Organic Program. Is it a crop? Or is it something else entirely? The answer is a little complicated. Incorporating certified organic mushrooms into your operation can offer an opportunity to diversify cashflow and markets. Dive into this panel discussion featuring fungi experts from across the industry\, hosted by Rodale Institute’s Organic Consulting Team. \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-certified-organic-mushroom-production/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1834393168.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220810T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220810T150000 DTSTAMP:20220223T183035Z CREATED:20220112T032013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T183035Z UID:10000782-1660140000-1660143600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Reducing Tillage to Improve Soil Health and Organic Grain Production—Research Update of the USDA NRCS Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) Project DESCRIPTION:Reducing tillage is a challenging yet rewarding task for organic farmers. Different from conventional farmers who spray herbicides\, organic farmers sometimes have to use frequent tillage to prepare the seed bed and/or to cultivate to control weeds\, compromising their full potential in building soil health. \nIn this webinar\, Dr. Yichao Rui\, Principal Investigator\, and Annie Benson\, Research Technician\, will provide an update of 3 years’ research findings of the USDA NRCS funded Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) project “Innovations in Cover Crop-Based Organic No-till Systems”. The efficacy of innovative tools in terminating cover crops\, controlling weeds\, supporting yields\, and maintaining soil health will be discussed. The challenges and opportunities in reducing tillage intensity and frequency in organic grain production systems will be highlighted. \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-reducing-tillage-to-improve-soil-health-and-organic-grain-production-research-update-of-the-usda-nrcs-conservation-innovation-grant-cig-project/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Tractor-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T150000 DTSTAMP:20220711T211915Z CREATED:20220112T031600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T211915Z UID:10000781-1657720800-1657724400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Webinar: Incorporating Industrial Hemp Into Your Rotation DESCRIPTION:Due to unforeseen circumstances this webinar has been cancelled. If you have any questions\, please contact our Education department at 610-683-1481. \nOur research has shown that industrial hemp offers a host of soil health benefits\, including exceptional weed suppression as a cover crop – but how can it fit into a crop rotation\, and is it profitable? Join us to discuss opportunities for growing\, marketing\, and incorporating industrial hemp into your crop rotation. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-incorporating-industrial-hemp-into-your-rotation/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/RCP_170811_4143.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T150000 DTSTAMP:20220223T182548Z CREATED:20220111T212733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T182548Z UID:10000778-1652277600-1652281200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Livestock Production—Is Organic Certification “Worth It"? DESCRIPTION:Sometimes the decision to obtain organic certification can be difficult\, especially if you’re already ‘grassfed’ and have a loyal customer base – but in some cases\, certification can set your operation apart in the marketplace and provide a myriad of benefits. Join Ryan Siwinski to discuss the basics of organic livestock production and how it may differ from what you’ve heard in the past. \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-livestock-production-is-organic-certification-worth-it/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Farm-Walk-00157.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR