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: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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles 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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T190000 DTSTAMP:20260618T173818Z CREATED:20260505T140817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T173818Z UID:10001770-1786208400-1786215600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:The Art of Ikebana: Floral Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided introduction to the art of ikebana — the traditional Japanese practice of minimalist floral design that emphasizes balance\, line\, and intentional placement.\nIn this hands-on workshop\, you’ll learn how to create a fountain-style arrangement using a reusable kenzan (flower frog). This sculptural style highlights movement\, negative space\, and natural flow\, allowing each stem to be placed with purpose and presence. \nParticipants will work with a curated selection of seasonal stems while being guided step-by-step through the design process. The experience is designed to be both creative and meditative\, offering a calm space to slow down and connect with flowers in a meaningful way. \nWhat You’ll Experience: \n\nIntroduction to ikebana principles and philosophy\nHands-on design using a kenzan (flower frog)\nCreation of a fountain-style floral arrangement\nGuided instruction throughout the workshop\n\nThis workshop is suitable for beginners and anyone interested in exploring a more intentional\, artful approach to floral design. \nMeet Your Instructor\nThis workshop will be led by Lizzy Beller\, owner of Bubbly Hills Farm\, a flower farm located in Emmaus\, PA. \nLizzie studied at the Rodale Institute\, where she focused on floral production. She brings hands-on experience and a passion for growing and sharing flowers\, and is excited to help others learn how to propagate and expand their own plants successfully. \n\n\n\n Completing this form automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/the-art-of-ikebana-floral-workshop/ LOCATION:Rodale Institute Founders Farm\, 2056 Minesite Rd.\, Allentown\, 18103 CATEGORIES:Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Flower-Farm-20.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T140000 DTSTAMP:20260401T190851Z CREATED:20260325T203730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T190851Z UID:10001752-1786366800-1786370400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (National) DESCRIPTION:Calling all farmers and stakeholders who live in the United States! Join us for an in-depth discussion of an updated “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a 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 Advisor Call\, we’ll discuss the Toolkit’s improvements since it was first launched in December 2025 and explore how to use the toolkit to identify key national market opportunities\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \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: August 10\, 2026 1 p.m. EST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration \n\n\n \n \n Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (National)\n Register for our 8/10/2026 Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (National). 1 pm EST. \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 Phone NumberState*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingZip/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 automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/advisor-call-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-national/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/AdobeStock_436105265.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T120000 DTSTAMP:20260401T190821Z CREATED:20260325T211000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T190821Z UID:10001753-1786446000-1786449600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Northeast & Mid-Atlantic) DESCRIPTION:Calling all farmers and stakeholders who live in the Northeast & Mid-Atlantic region! Join us for an in-depth discussion of an updated “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a 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 Advisor Call\, we’ll discuss the Toolkit’s improvements since it was first launched in December 2025 and explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the Northeast & Mid-Atlantic region\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \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: August 11\, 2026 11 a.m. EST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration \n\n \n \n Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Northeast & Mid-Atlantic)\n Register for our 8/11/2026 Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Northeast & Mid-Atlantic). 11 am 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 Email*\n \n Phone NumberState*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingZip/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 automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/advisor-call-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-northeast-mid-atlantic/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting 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/New_York:20260812T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T120000 DTSTAMP:20260401T190737Z CREATED:20260325T213209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T190737Z UID:10001754-1786532400-1786536000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Advisor Call 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 discussion of an updated “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a 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 Advisor Call\, we’ll discuss the Toolkit’s improvements since it was first launched in December 2025 and explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the Southeast region\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \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: August 12\, 2026 11 a.m. EST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration \n\n \n \n Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Southeast)\n Register for our 8/12/2026 Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Southeast). 11 am EST. \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 Phone NumberState*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingZip/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 automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/advisor-call-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-southeast/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/jeferson-santu-DPoVZoj39N4-unsplash-e1763239320373.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T120000 DTSTAMP:20260401T190706Z CREATED:20260325T214802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T190706Z UID:10001755-1786536000-1786536000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Midwest) DESCRIPTION:Calling all farmers and stakeholders who live in the Midwest region! Join us for an in-depth discussion of an updated “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a 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 Advisor Call\, we’ll discuss the Toolkit’s improvements since it was first launched in December 2025 and explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the Midwest region\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \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: August 12\, 2026 12 p.m. CST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration \n\n \n \n Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Midwest)\n Register for our 8/12/2026 Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Midwest). 12 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 Email*\n \n Phone NumberState*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingZip/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 automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/advisor-call-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-midwest/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/AdobeStock_511184307.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T113000 DTSTAMP:20260726T144757Z CREATED:20260724T120857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T144757Z UID:10001810-1786615200-1786620600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:The Farm Is Here: Goji - Ocean City\, NJ DESCRIPTION:Join Jeff Tkach\, CEO of Rodale Institute\, for a book signing happy hour event at Goji in Ocean City NJ \nBooks will be available for purchase while supplies last. Proceeds from the sale of books during the event will support the research\, farmer training\, and education programs at Rodale Institute. \nRegistration is not required – but registering here today will ensure that we have books for everyone in attendance. \n\n \n \n Goji Ocean City Book Event\n Yes! I plan to attend! \n \n Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n AfghanistanÅland IslandsAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCôte d'IvoireCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRéunionRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTürkiyeTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUS Minor Outlying IslandsUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabwe\n Country\n \n \n Email\n \n Number of AttendeesPlease enter a number from 1 to 10.\n Submit URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/the-farm-is-here-book-event-goji-ocean-city-nj/ LOCATION:Goji\, 612 Asbury Ave\, Ocean City\, New Jersey\, 08226 CATEGORIES:Book Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Farm_Sky_Background.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260817T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260817T140000 DTSTAMP:20260401T190342Z CREATED:20260325T215737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T190342Z UID:10001756-1786971600-1786975200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Northwest) DESCRIPTION:Calling all farmers and stakeholders who live in the Northwest region! Join us for an in-depth discussion of an updated “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a 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 Advisor Call\, we’ll discuss the Toolkit’s improvements since it was first launched in December 2025 and explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the Northwest region\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \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: August 17\, 2026 1 p.m. PST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration \n\n \n \n Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Northwest)\n Register for our 8/17/2026 Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Northwest). 1 pm PST. \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 Phone NumberState*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingZip/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 automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/advisor-call-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-northwest/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/daniel-fazio-oK9EKfqv8HE-unsplash-e1763238894290.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T130000 DTSTAMP:20260401T190225Z CREATED:20260325T221535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T190225Z UID:10001757-1787054400-1787058000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Southwest & West) DESCRIPTION:Calling all farmers and stakeholders who live in the Southwest & West region! Join us for an in-depth discussion of an updated “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a 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 Advisor Call\, we’ll discuss the Toolkit’s improvements since it was first launched in December 2025 and explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the Southwest & West region\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \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: August 18\, 2026 12 p.m. PST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration \n\n \n \n Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Southwest & West)\n Register for our 8/18/2026 Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Southwest & West). 12 pm PST. \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 Phone NumberState*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingZip/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 automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/advisor-call-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-southwest-west/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/jeppe-vadgaard-PnFgNgCkBXY-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260819T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260819T120000 DTSTAMP:20260401T190149Z CREATED:20260325T222518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T190149Z UID:10001758-1787137200-1787140800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Advisor Call 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 discussion of an updated “Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit”\, a 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 Advisor Call\, we’ll discuss the Toolkit’s improvements since it was first launched in December 2025 and explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the Plains region\, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity\, and foster stronger connections between producers\, processors\, and buyers. \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: August 19\, 2026 11 a.m. MST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration \n\n \n \n Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Plains)\n Register for our 8/19/2026 Advisor Call Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit (Plains). 11 am MST. \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 Phone NumberState*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingZip/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 automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/advisor-call-advancing-regional-organic-markets-a-farmers-toolkit-plains/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/james-baltz-_pBBkarmFTs-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T160000 DTSTAMP:20260720T201815Z CREATED:20260720T184730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T201815Z UID:10001808-1787216400-1787241600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Growing Stronger Together: Community\, Markets\, and Innovation for Farmers DESCRIPTION:Join Florida’s farmers\, growers\, agricultural professionals\, and industry partners for a day of learning\, networking\, and practical strategies to help your operation thrive. This symposium brings together experts\, buyers\, and fellow producers to explore how organic agriculture can support environmental stewardship while creating new opportunities for growth and profitability. \nWhether you are an established organic producer\, transitioning to organic production\, or simply looking to strengthen your business\, you’ll gain valuable insights on conservation\, market development\, pest management\, produce safety\, and diversified farming systems. \nAt this event\, learn about: \n\nHow organic farming practices support conservation and natural resource stewardship\nStrategies to increase profitability and access new markets from local to international levels\nBuyer insights and practical tips for expanding your customer base\nNavigating produce safety requirements and integrated pest management in organic production\nDiversification opportunities and networking with farmers\, buyers\, and industry professionals\n\nCome ready to learn\, share ideas\, make connections\, and discover new opportunities to strengthen your farm and your future. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. \n*This event will feature a buyer panel and networking mixer in the afternoon! Please let us know during registration if you are attending so we can plan accordingly. \n*A tentative agenda is posted below. Session topics may be subject to change. \nWe encourage attendees to take advantage of these unique opportunities to connect directly with buyers\, industry professionals\, and fellow growers\, ask questions\, share experiences\, and build valuable relationships. \nSpaces are limited. Registration is free. \nQuestions? Reach out to setopp@foginfo.org. \n \nDetails\nDate: August 20\, 2026\, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nLocation:\nThe Jessie (Jessie Ball duPont Center)\, 40 E Adams St\, Jacksonville\, FL 32202 Cost: FREE \nRegistration \n Learn More and Register Today \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/growing-stronger-together-community-markets-and-innovation-for-farmers/ LOCATION:The Jessie\, 40 E Adams St\, Jacksonville\, Florida\, 32202 CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/rose-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T160000 DTSTAMP:20260304T152822Z CREATED:20260107T160637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T152822Z UID:10001663-1787320800-1787328000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center!\nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend.\n&sp; \nRegistration:\n \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours-2025-2/2026-08-21/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T090000 DTSTAMP:20251007T191542Z CREATED:20250828T133544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T191542Z UID:10001570-1787731200-1787734800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Rodale Institute Midwest Virtual Coffee Hour DESCRIPTION:Rodale Institute Consulting Services is hosting a virtual “coffee hour”. Discussion topics will be focused on organic farming topics. A different focus topic will be discussed each month. This will be a recurring meeting every month. The last Wednesday of each month at 8am Central. \nWho should sign up? Prospective\, transitioning\, or certified organic grain farmers from Iowa\, Missouri\, Illinois\, Indiana\, and Ohio. \nWhat can participants expect? Rodale Midwest manager Scott Ausborn and organic consultant Ben Lehman will facilitate the meetings. Participants will be encouraged to share any questions\, comments or concerns relevant to organic farming. \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 State*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingFarm or Organization Name*I am a...*\n \n \n Farmer/Producer\n \n \n \n Processor/Handler\n \n \n \n Buyer (ex. restaurant\, wholesale\, hospital\, institution\, etc)\n \n \n \n Other\n \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. \nThis event is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, under agreement number 2004.25.085432. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/rodale-institute-midwest-virtual-coffee-hours/2026-08-26/ LOCATION: CATEGORIES:Midwest Organic Center,Organic Consulting,Coffee Hours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1255775155.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T180000 DTSTAMP:20260803T183729Z CREATED:20260616T151303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T183729Z UID:10001804-1788008400-1788026400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Elevating Grain: A Hudson Valley Grain Fair Connecting Purchasers\, Processors\, and Producers DESCRIPTION:Join us for Elevating Grain\, a regional gathering designed to strengthen connections across the grainshed\, including stakeholders from production and processing to procurement and policy. \nThis interactive fair brings together growers\, millers\, bakers\, food producers\, institutional buyers\, and decision-makers to build relationships\, exchange knowledge\, and showcase the diversity and potential of using regional and organic grains. \nTwo interactive skill building workshops will be followed by a panel of experts representing all parts of the supply chain including perspectives on market access and opportunities for regional and organic grain producers. We will wrap up with an “eat and greet” mixer featuring vendor samples and drinks all highlighting local and organic grains allowing attendees to sample potential products they could use in their meal programs and operations. \nThe event will feature vendors representing mission-aligned producers and organizations\, with attendees/buyers from across the regional food system. \nFeatured speakers include: \n\nLuke Gianforte\, Gianforte Farm\nAmber Lambke\, Maine Grains\nMike Dandola\, School Food Service Director\, Pine Plains Central School District\n\nWho should attend? \nThis event is designed for food and farming stakeholders in the Hudson Valley and beyond: school food administrators and staff\, food access providers interested or already participating in Nourish NY\, NYC and NYS procurement professionals sourcing local and regional products\, educators\, and the middle supply chain actors including farmers\, millers\, artisan bakers\, and processors. \nAdditional audiences include policymakers\, legislators\, and food system technical assistance providers. Variety Showcase participants and grant partners are also encouraged to participate! \nDetails\nDate: Saturday\, August 29\, 2026\, 1-6 p.m. \n1:00–5:00 PM | Fair & Programming\n5:00–6:00 PM | Eat & Greet Mixer \nLocation:\nGlynwood Center For Regional Food and Farming\n362 Glynwood Road\, Cold Spring\, NY\, 10516 \nCost: Free for Farmers\, General Admission $25 \n \nRegistration \n Learn More and Register Today \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/elevating-grain-a-hudson-valley-grain-fair-connecting-purchasers-processors-and-producers/ LOCATION:Glynwood Center For Regional Food and Farming\, 362 Glynwood Road\, Cold Spring\, New York\, 10516 CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/IMG_9693-medium.jpg.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T130000 DTSTAMP:20260731T130826Z CREATED:20260729T173515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T130826Z UID:10001811-1788087600-1788094800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:The Farm Is Here: Amber Waves DESCRIPTION:Amber Waves Co-Founders & Farmers Katie Baldwin and Amanda Merrow invite you to an exclusive book discussion with CEO and Author of The Farm Is Here\, Jeff Tkach & Biddle Duke\, Amber Waves Farm supporter\, journalist and community organizer. Jeff and Biddle will discuss Jeff’s book\, the ways in which the farm appears in our lives\, and the importance of connection to the natural world. \nBooks will be available for purchase while supplies last. Proceeds from the sale of books during the event will support the research\, farmer training\, and education programs at Rodale Institute. \nThere is no charge for attendance\, seats are limited and registration is required.- click below to register. \n Sign Up Here URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/the-farm-is-here-amber-waves/ LOCATION:Amber Waves Farm\, Market & Cafe\, 367 Main Street\, Amagansett\, NY\, 11930\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Farm_Sky_Background.png 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 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 \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 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/rye-working-group-session-1/ LOCATION:IL 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/Denver:20260918T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260918T130000 DTSTAMP:20260917T174208Z CREATED:20260716T142613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T174208Z UID:10001807-1789722000-1789736400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Organic Dry Beans: Roller Crimper Research & Market Opportunities Field Walk & Buyer Tour DESCRIPTION:In 2022\, Tuxedo Farms\, in collaboration with Soil Health Services and Rodale Institute\, received funding from Western SARE to research the adaptation of organic no-till systems on Colorado’s Western Slope. Building on that work\, the farm was awarded a USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Organic Market Development Grant (OMDG) in 2024 to establish a certified organic dry bean cleaning and processing facility in Olathe\, Colorado. \nSince receiving the OMDG award\, the project has made significant progress—from conducting market research and engaging regional buyers to purchasing key processing equipment and advancing plans for the facility. These efforts are helping lay the foundation for expanded organic dry bean processing capacity and stronger regional markets for growers. \nJoin us for a Field Walk & Buyer Tour to see the project in action. Lunch will be provided. \nWhat can participants expect?\nEnjoy a casual morning featuring updates on the Western SARE and OMDG projects\, a tour of tilled and organic no-till dry bean field trials\, a look at the progress toward the new processing facility\, and opportunities to connect with buyers\, farmers\, and project partners. There will be plenty of time for discussion\, questions\, and networking. \nWho should attend?\nEveryone is welcome! We especially encourage prospective\, transitioning\, and certified organic grain and dry bean growers\, as well as buyers\, food businesses\, and others interested in strengthening Colorado’s regional organic grain and dry bean economy. \nDetails\nDate: Friday\, September 18\, 2026\, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm MDT \nLocation: \nMeet at Tuxedo Farms Cooler at 59751 David Rd.\, Olathe\, CO 81425 United States + Google Map \nView Venue Website \nMeet at Producers Coop for the presentation\, buyer/seller mixer\, and lunch at 11:30am at 2001 Melanie Lane Olathe\, CO 81425 \nGoogle Map https://www.google.com/maps/dir//2001+Melanie+Ln\,+Olathe\,+CO+81425/data=!4m6!4m5!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s… \nCost: FREE \nRegistration \n\n \n \n Organic Dry Beans: Roller Crimper Research & Market Opportunities Field Walk & Buyer Tour\n Register for our 9/18/2026 Organic Dry Beans: Roller Crimper Research & Market Opportunities Field Walk & Buyer Tour. 9 am - 12 pm MST. \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 Phone NumberState*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingZip/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 automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. This work is supported through:  URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/organic-dry-beans-roller-crimper-research-market-opportunities-field-walk-buyer-tour/ LOCATION:Tuxedo Farms Cooler\, 59751 David Rd\, Olathe\, Colorado\, 81425 CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/top-view-white-colorful-beans-with-peas-brown-wooden-surface.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260918T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260918T160000 DTSTAMP:20260304T152822Z CREATED:20260107T160637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T152822Z UID:10001664-1789740000-1789747200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center!\nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend.\n&sp; \nRegistration:\n \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours-2025-2/2026-09-18/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/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 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 \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/ LOCATION:IL 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:20260922T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T130000 DTSTAMP:20260918T151354Z CREATED:20260722T160116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T151354Z UID:10001809-1790071200-1790082000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Corn Variety Trial Field Day DESCRIPTION:Join Rodale Institute for the 2026 Organic Corn Variety Trial Field Day and see 13 organic corn varieties from seven leading organic seed companies growing side by side. \nDuring this hands-on field event\, Rodale Institute researchers and seed company representatives will discuss each variety’s performance\, characteristics\, and management considerations to help growers make informed decisions for their operations. \nThe field evaluations will take place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.\, followed by lunch in the field and additional conversation until 1 p.m. \nThe event will be held on Tuesday\, September 22\, 2026\, at Rodale Institute\, with parking available at the FST Farm. \nThe event is free and open to the public. Coffee and lunch will be provided. Registration is requested. \nRegistration has now closed for this event. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/corn-variety-trial-field-day/ LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/corn-ear-10-14-09.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 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 \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/ LOCATION:IL 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/Chicago:20260929T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T110000 DTSTAMP:20260918T202823Z CREATED:20260918T161353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T202823Z UID:10001822-1790672400-1790679600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Dressman Farms Field Walk DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, September 29\, 2026\, at Jared Dressman Farms and Ave Maria Organics in Frankfort\, Kansas\, for a field day focused on organic transition\, cropping systems\, and livestock integration. Learn about Jared’s approach to organic production\, grazing cover crops\, and the use of GPS collars to manage cattle while connecting with other farmers and agricultural professionals. \nDetails\nDate: Sept 29\, 2026 9 am – 11 am \nLocation:\nFrankfort\, Kansas \nCost: FREE \nRegistration \n\n \n \n Dressman Farms Field Walk\n Register for our 9/29/2026 Dressman Farms Field Walk 9-11 pm CST. \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 Phone NumberState*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingZip/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 \n Completing this form automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nThis work 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/dressman-farms-field-walk/ LOCATION:Dressman Farms CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-1401-e1535573741999.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 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/how-to-tell-your-farms-story-to-access-organic-markets/ LOCATION:IL 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T090000 DTSTAMP:20251007T191542Z CREATED:20250828T133544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T191542Z UID:10001571-1790755200-1790758800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Rodale Institute Midwest Virtual Coffee Hour DESCRIPTION:Rodale Institute Consulting Services is hosting a virtual “coffee hour”. Discussion topics will be focused on organic farming topics. A different focus topic will be discussed each month. This will be a recurring meeting every month. The last Wednesday of each month at 8am Central. \nWho should sign up? Prospective\, transitioning\, or certified organic grain farmers from Iowa\, Missouri\, Illinois\, Indiana\, and Ohio. \nWhat can participants expect? Rodale Midwest manager Scott Ausborn and organic consultant Ben Lehman will facilitate the meetings. Participants will be encouraged to share any questions\, comments or concerns relevant to organic farming. \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 State*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingFarm or Organization Name*I am a...*\n \n \n Farmer/Producer\n \n \n \n Processor/Handler\n \n \n \n Buyer (ex. restaurant\, wholesale\, hospital\, institution\, etc)\n \n \n \n Other\n \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. \nThis event is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, under agreement number 2004.25.085432. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/rodale-institute-midwest-virtual-coffee-hours/2026-09-30/ LOCATION: CATEGORIES:Midwest Organic Center,Organic Consulting,Coffee Hours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1255775155.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T150000 DTSTAMP:20260804T185313Z CREATED:20260522T174803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T185313Z UID:10001796-1790776800-1790780400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Nutrient Dense Food: What Farmers Are Measuring and How They're Selling It DESCRIPTION:A farmer’s guide to measuring and communicating nutrient density.\nFor decades\, farmers working with healthy soil have known something is different about their food — more flavor\, better animal health\, crops that seem more resilient. But translating that intuition into something measurable\, communicable\, and commercially valuable has remained out of reach. \nThis panel brings together leading researchers and experienced farmers to close that gap. Drawing on emerging science around soil biology and nutrient density measurement\, the conversation will focus on what farmers can actually observe\, track\, and share — and what that means for the future of quality-focused agriculture. Whether you are just beginning to think about nutrient density or already measuring it\, this session is designed to give you practical insight and language to take back to your farm and your buyers. \nPresenters:\nAndrew Smith – Chief Science Officer\, Rodale Institute \nAnne Bikle – Biologist\, Author “What Your Food Ate” \nBrita Lundberg – 4th Generation Farmer & Communications Manager\, Lundberg Family Farms \nLael Gerhart – Engagement Leader\, Frog Hollow Farm \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 30\, 2026 2:00 – 2:00 p.m. EST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration\n\n \n \n Nutrient Dense Food: What Farmers Are Measuring and How They're Selling It\n Register for our 9/30/2026 Nutrient Dense Food: What Farmers Are Measuring and How They're Selling It. 12:30 pm -1:30 pm EST. \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 Phone NumberState*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingZip/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 automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/nutrient-dense-food-what-farmers-are-measuring-and-how-theyre-selling-it/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/red-ripe-apples-wooden-boxes-sale-street-market.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261001T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261001T133000 DTSTAMP:20260923T145900Z CREATED:20251209T152007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T145900Z UID:10001653-1790843400-1790861400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Field Day DESCRIPTION:Moving Agriculture From Sink to Source\nIn plant physiology\, young leaves function as sinks. They require energy and nutrients to grow. As they mature\, they become sources\, producing carbohydrates through photosynthesis and supporting the rest of the plant. Modern agriculture operates as a sink\, dependent on continuous external inputs such as water\, fertilizers\, energy\, and plastic to maintain productivity. Future agriculture operates as a source\, a source of clean water\, stable soils\, local food security\, and economic durability for the communities around it. \nHealthy soils increase water infiltration rather than generating runoff. Rain moves through biologically active soil layers\, where it is filtered and gradually returned to local aquifers\, supporting regional groundwater recharge. Carbon captured through photosynthesis is stabilized in the soil\, improving structure\, moderating field temperatures\, and reducing erosion risk. Hedgerows support pollinators\, birds\, and beneficial insects while also encouraging natural predators that help regulate rodent populations and reduce reliance on chemical control. By reinforcing these processes\, agriculture contributes directly to water quality\, production stability\, and local economic continuity. \nThis Field Day examines that transition. We will take a critical look at plastic mulch\, widely used in both conventional and organic systems\, and present research on high-residue cover crops and reduced tillage as biologically driven alternatives. This is not about eliminating a material. It is about redesigning how the system functions. Event Schedule\n8:30-9:00 Registration and Gathering \n9:00-9:30 Opening Remarks and Welcome \n\nIntroduction to Rodale Institute and specifically COC\nAgenda run through\nHistory of ranch from Phil McGrath\n\n9:30-9:50 Transition to Field for First Stations \n9:50-10:20 Session A \n\nRed Group at  Station 1: Cover Crops in California\nBlue Group at Station 2: High-residue Vegetable Trial\nGreen Group at Station 3: Rodale Institute Organic Consulting\n\n10:25-10:55 Session B \n\nRed Group at Station 3: Rodale Institute Organic Consulting\nBlue Group at Station 1: Cover Crops in California\nGreen Group at Station 2: High-residue Vegetable Trial\n\n11:00-11:30 Session C \n\nRed Group at Station 2: High-residue Vegetable Trial\nBlue Group at Station 3: Rodale Institute Organic Consulting\nGreen Group at Station 1: Cover Crops in California\n\n11:35-11:55 Additional time for questions\, observing equipment\, or equipment demonstrations \n11:55-12:15 Transition back to Baby Root Farm Space \n12:15-1:00 Lunch \n1:00-1:20 Future plans and next steps in Ventura County \n1:20-1:30 Thank you and closing remarks Station Descriptions:\nStation 1: Cover Crops in California: Dr. Arianna Bozzolo will speak about the importance of cover crops\, what benefits they can provide to a California organic farmer\, and results from research trials on cover crops. Dr. Elia Scudiero\, UC Riverside\, will also discuss how soil and crop sensing technologies can help us understand field variability\, monitor soil moisture and other soil properties\, and support better irrigation and management decisions in regenerative and organic systems.\nStation 2: High-residue Vegetable Trial: Dr. Jacob Pecenka will share the results of a long term trial at the COC examining how high-residue cover cropping can provide weed suppression\, water retention\, and soil health benefits while maintaining vegetable yields.\nStation 3: Rodale Institute Organic Consulting: Nathaniel Gonzales-Siemens and the rest of the local consulting team will discuss organic transition and certification support along with direct technical assistance available to the region’s growers Registration\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/california-organic-center-field-day-6/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/NV2A8566.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="California Organic Center":MAILTO:arianna.bozzolo@rodaleinstitute.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261001T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261001T180000 DTSTAMP:20260921T183822Z CREATED:20260921T183010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T183822Z UID:10001823-1790870400-1790877600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:COC Post Field Day Gathering DESCRIPTION:If you couldn’t make our Field Day or even if you did\, we would love to meet you at our favorite organic brewery\, Leashless Brewing\, in downtown Ventura to keep the conversation going! Our entire team will be available to talk with you one on one about our critical work in the region. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/coc-post-field-day-gathering/ LOCATION:Leashless Brewing\, 585 East Thompson Blvd.\, Ventrura\, CA\, 93001\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Brookeboroughphotography_californiaorganiccenter-19721-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T200000 DTSTAMP:20260611T184320Z CREATED:20260609T224700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T184320Z UID:10001799-1790874000-1790884800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:The Gathering at Gardener's Outpost - 2026 Fall SCBFC Conference DESCRIPTION:Join us for an opportunity to connect\, learn\, and foster collaborations within the specialty crop community during the South Carolina Black Farmers Coalition Conference from October 1–3\, 2026 in Columbia\, SC. This opening evening at Gardener’s Outpost will include a panel discussion on growing organic specialty crops and an Organic buyer-seller mixer. This discussion will provide attendees with firsthand insights into organic transition\, market needs\, and building successful relationships. With local food\, we connect\, ask questions\, and strengthen field-to-market pathways. \nThis gathering is designed to foster connections between those passionate about sourcing and supplying local\, sustainable\, and organic food. We hope to see you there! \nDetails\nDate: October 1\, 2026\, 5-8 p.m. \nThere will be a panel from 5-6 p.m. and mixer 6-8 p.m. \nLocation:\nGardener’s Outpost Cost: FREE \nRegistration \n Learn More and Register Today \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/the-gathering-at-gardeners-outpost-2026-fall-scbfc-conference/ LOCATION:Gardener’s Outpost\, Columbia\, South Carolina CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/organic-vegetables-from-home-garden.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T150000 DTSTAMP:20260925T151812Z CREATED:20260804T171721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T151812Z UID:10001812-1791021600-1791039600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Fall on the Farm DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the beauty of autumn at Rodale Institute’s annual Fall on the Farm! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day featuring seasonal activities\, local vendors\, delicious food\, and opportunities to explore the farm.\nEnjoy a variety of fall favorites\, including: \n\nPick-your-own pumpkins and pumpkin painting\nWagon tours around the farm\nA brand-new corn maze\nA perennial plant sale featuring plants grown at Rodale Institute\nFood vendors and local artisans\nLive musical performances throughout the day\n\n10:30-11:15: Hannah Noel\n 11:15-12:00: The Sciatic Nerves\n12-12:45: Dominick James\n12:45-1:30 The Sciatic Nerves\n1:30-2:15: Dominick James\n2:15-3:00: The Sciatic Nerves\n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking for family-friendly activities\, seasonal shopping\, or simply a beautiful day on the farm\, Fall on the Farm is the perfect way to welcome the season. \nMore Details URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/fall-on-the-farm-2/ LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/rodale-fall-on-the-farm-indian-corn.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T140000 DTSTAMP:20260909T155105Z CREATED:20260902T202024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T155105Z UID:10001817-1791205200-1791208800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Rye Working Group - Session 3 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. \nConveners:  \nWill Glazik\, Rodale Institute \nBridget Gilmore\, Rodale Institute \nRachel Kastner\, reNourish Studio \nLauren Tucker\, reNourish Studio \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: October 5\, 2026 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EST \nLocation:\nVirtual\, via Zoom \nCost: FREE \nRegistration\n\n \n \n 10/05/2026 Rye Working Group - Session 3\n October 5\, 2026\, 1:00-200 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. 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