BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Rodale Institute - ECPv6.18.0//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:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T150000 DTSTAMP:20240806T172430Z CREATED:20240806T165702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T172430Z UID:10000996-1726308000-1726326000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Fall on the Farm DESCRIPTION:If taking farm-wide wagon tours\, harvesting pumpkins\, drinking fresh apple cider\, and enjoying organic snacks around the bonfire are some of your favorite autumn activities\, then we have just the event for you! Head to our Kutztown campus on Saturday\, September 14 for oodles of fall fun for the whole family. \nLocation: Main Campus\, Kutztown\, PA\n611 Siegfriedale Rd\, Kutztown\, PA 19530 \nMore About the Event URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/fall-on-the-farm-2024/ LOCATION:Rodale Institute Visitor Center\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, 19530 CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7409417-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240918T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240918T120000 DTSTAMP:20240906T140902Z CREATED:20240501T184013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T140902Z UID:10000980-1726650000-1726660800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Mid-Large Scale Organic Grain Production in the Central Great Plains DESCRIPTION:About the Event:\nLéa Vereecke\, organic agronomist based in Colorado\, will facilitate casual gatherings on organic grain\nfarms with a small-mid size group to discuss what can be seen and what is relevant to organic production on the farm: crops\, pests\, diseases\, production methods\, infrastructure\, equipment\, novel techniques\, etc. \nThe tour will feature Bella Farms and Haffner Farms. Bella Farms is a parallel operation with both conventional and organic certified acres. Haffner farm is in its 2nd year of transition to organic and will be eligible for certification in 2025. \nThe field walk will feature: \n\nSoybeans grown together with barley\nCorn no-tilled into a rolled down mix of cereal rye and hairy vetch\nEquipment for large-scale organic grain farming\n\nWho should sign up:\nProspective\, transitioning\, or already-certified organic grain farmers in Eastern Colorado\, Western Nebraska\, Western Kansas\, Western Oklahoma. \nLocation:\nBella Farms and Haffner Farms\n74426 Avenue 350\nWauneta\, NE 69045 \nLearn More:\nVirtual Coffee Hour (Central Great Plains) →\nVirtual Coffee Hour (SE Nebraska to NE Kansas) →\nRegistration:\n\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 Code*Farm/Business NameWhich event are you interested in attending?*\n \n Select All\n \n \n May 8\n \n \n July 17\n \n \n September 18\n \n Register \n \n \n \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 by: URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/mid-large-scale-organic-grain-production-in-the-central-great-plains-2/2024-09-18/ LOCATION:Bella Farms and Haffner Farms\, 74426 Avenue 350\, Wauneta\, NE\, 69045\, United States CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,On the Road ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7409671.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T143000 DTSTAMP:20240830T154113Z CREATED:20240503T150829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T154113Z UID:10000981-1726740000-1726756200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Southeast Organic Center Field Day DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an Organic Field Day at the Southeast Organic Center on Thursday\, September 19 from 10AM – 2:30PM EST.\nParticipants will have the opportunity to interact one-on-one with Rodale Institute’s Southeast Organic Center staff and team of organic consultants and learn about our research and demonstration projects focused on organic agriculture and tailored for farmers in the Southeast\, with a primary emphasis on saffron\, turmeric\, peppers\, and corn production. \nThis event is ideal for researchers\, students\, educators\, and all farmers\, whether you are interested in learning more about organic farming\, have an interest in consulting services to transition to organic\, or are currently a Southeast organic farmer. Attendance is free\, but registration is required. Attendees are responsible for their own meals as lunch will not be provided; however\, water will be available. \nLocation: Southeast Organic Center\n7850 Rico Rd.\, Chattahoochee Hills\, GA 30269 \nEvent Itinerary:\n\n10:00am Welcome & Introduction\n10:15am Meet Our Partners\n\n\n\nConservation Fund\nThree Magnolias Foundation\nBlue Heron Urban Farm and Sanctuary\n\n\n\n\n10:30am Travel to Demo Stations\n10:45am Soil Testing/ Composting demo\n11:00am Saffron Project- Southern SARE\n11:15am Anthocyanin-rich Purple Corn Project\n11:30am Turmeric Project\n11:45am- Mulch Project- Three Magnolias Foundation\n12:00pm Drone Demo- UGA\n12:30pm Lunch\n1:00pm Rodale Consulting/SE TOPP lecture\n1:15pm Equipment demonstration + Greenhouse tour\n2:15pm Evaluation and Closing\n\nRegistration:\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/southeast-field-day/ LOCATION:Southeast Organic Center\, 7860 Rico Rd.\, Chattahoochee Hills\, GA\, 30269\, United States CATEGORIES:Southeast Organic Center,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/BW_RodaleSE21_0022.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T120000 DTSTAMP:20240517T210100Z CREATED:20240430T210650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T210100Z UID:10000978-1726826400-1726833600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Pacific Northwest Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Tours are currently on hold at the Pacific Northwest Organic Center. Please check back later.\nJoin us every third Friday\, May – September from 10 am to 12 pm for a tour of the Pacific Northwest Organic Center. \nLearn about the history of the farm\, Rodale Institute\, and organic and regenerative organic farming practices. \nTour registration is $10 per adult. Each tour registration comes with a free you-pick pint of berries (when in season). You must attend the tour to receive your u-pick pint. Your ticket fee goes to support the work we’re doing at Rodale Institute’s Pacific Northwest Organic Center. \nThe tour will include walking around a working farm and through farm fields. Please dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear to walk through uneven farm fields and along gravel roads. \nPlease Note: we will only be open for u-pick berries and we will not be serving coffee or ice cream. \nLocation: Pacific Northwest Organic Center\n55931 State Route 20 Rockport\, WA 98283 \n\n \nCompleting this form automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nMore About Our Monthly Tours URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/pnwoc-monthly-tours/2024-09-20/ LOCATION:Rodale Institute Pacific Northwest Organic Center\, 55749 State Route 20\, Rockport\, WA\, 98283\, United States CATEGORIES:Pacific Northwest Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Cascadian-Farm-6-29-2017-3-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000842-1726840800-1726848000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-09-20/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T210000 DTSTAMP:20240507T181340Z CREATED:20240419T163639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T181340Z UID:10000972-1726938000-1726952400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Seasonal Organic Dinner Series DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening under the stars dining on the grounds of the birthplace of the modern-day organic farm movement in America.\nThis summer\, Rodale Institute is excited to host two organic\, seasonally themed farm-to-table dinners on our historic Founders Farm in Allentown\, Pennsylvania\, June 22 and September 21. Each dining experience is designed to coincide with the beginning and end of summer. Immerse yourself in the foods\, flavors\, smells\, and sights of the seasons. \nDinner will be served al fresco in the heart of our 40-acre farm. Organic vegetables and proteins will be harvested from our very own regenerative organic farm and prepared by prominent local chefs. \nSee All Dates → \nLocation: Rodale Institute’s Founders Farm\n2056 Minesite Road\, Allentown\, Pennsylvania \nCapacity: Space is limited to 48 individuals. \nRegistration:\n\n \n Completing this form automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nMore About this Event URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/seasonal-organic-dinner-series-september/ LOCATION:Rodale Institute Founders Farm\, 2056 Minesite Rd.\, Allentown\, 18103 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/JAK03420-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240924T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240924T140000 DTSTAMP:20240819T171835Z CREATED:20240412T185543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T171835Z UID:10001003-1727182800-1727186400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Virtual Coffee Hour: Mid-Large Scale Organic Grain Production in Central Great Plains DESCRIPTION:The Central Great Plains region is vast and largely rural\, with some communities particularly isolated by their geography. To help foster community building and provide technical assistance to farmers Rodale Institute Consulting Services will host monthly virtual “coffee hours” for 6-months. We believe that the frequency\, open structure\, and small-mid size of the group will be conducive to deep and meaningful conversations. ​ \nWho should sign up?\nProspective\, transitioning\, or already-certified organic grain farmers in Eastern Colorado\, Western Nebraska\, Western Kansas\, Western Oklahoma.​ \nWhat can participants expect?\nLéa Vereecke\, organic agronomist based in Colorado\, will facilitate the meetings. Participants will be encouraged to share any questions\, comments or concerns relevant to organic and organic transition on their farm or in general. The facilitator will ensure that conversations remain focused on organic and transition to organic and introduce more topics as they see fit.​ \nRegistration:\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 automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nThis work is supported by: URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/virtual-coffee-hour-mid-large-scale-organic-grain-production-in-central-great-plains/2024-09-24/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,Coffee Hours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7404568-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T163000 DTSTAMP:20250807T214338Z CREATED:20240722T192645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T214338Z UID:10000993-1727253000-1727281800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Specialty Crop Symposium DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: This event has been rescheduled for March\, 2025. We’re sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. Please stay tuned for more details.\nRodale Institute invites growers\, researchers\, students\, and industry professionals to join us for a day-long Specialty Crop Symposium\, featuring presentations on organic specialty crop production in a variety of agroecosystems in the Northeast region of the United States. \nThe program will include tours of Rodale’s research projects\, presentations by leading speakers on topics such as saffron\, CBD\, fiber hemp\, agroforestry\, and more. The day will end with a Q+A with presenters. \nLunch is included and will feature vegan\, gluten-free and omnivore options. Schedule of Events\n8:30 am – 9:00 am – Registration\n9:00 am – 9:15 am – Welcome & Opening Remarks: Ashley Walsh and Dr. Andrew Smith\n9:15 am – 9:45 am – Keynote Speaker: Dr. Gladis Zinati – Specialty crops/nutrition\n9:45am – 10:35am – Presenter: Drs. Arash Ghalehgolabbehbahani & Bharat Sharma Acharya – Saffron\n10:35 am – 11:00 am – Presenter: Dr. Leigh Archer – Agroforestry\n11:00 am – 12:00 pm – Field Tour/Demonstration\n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Lunch\n1:00 pm – 1:25 pm – Presenter: Dr. Wade Heller – AMF\n1:25 pm – 1:50 pm – Presenter: Dr. Dinesh Panday – CBD hemp\n1:50 pm – 2:10pm – Breakout session\n2:10pm – 2:35 pm – Fiber hemp\n2:35 pm – 2:50 pm – BREAK\n2:50pm – 3:30pm – Presenter(s): Drs. Bruce L. Parker\, Richard Bamford & Somaiyeh G. Dizaji – UV-light in Integrated Pest Management\n3:30pm – 4:30 pm – ‘Ask an Expert’ Session ‘Ask an Expert’ \nModerator: Dr. Leigh Archer \nExperts:  (1) Dr. Saurav Das\, soil health\, (2) Romans Caetani\, field vegetable production\, (3) Brandon Wehr\, farm operation/equipment\, (4) Sage Dennis\, organic certification/consultation\, (5) Drew Oberholtzer\, industrial hemp (company). URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/specialty-crop-symposium-2024/ 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/shutterstock_2078928103.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T150000 DTSTAMP:20240111T201026Z CREATED:20240111T201026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T201026Z UID:10000946-1727272800-1727276400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Crop Diversification in the Midwest Improves Soil Health and Farm Profitability DESCRIPTION:Corn and soybeans are the primary cash crops in the Midwest but this hasn’t always been the case. Millions of acres of small grains were a common sight in the mid-1900’s but this has changed dramatically\, and not for the better. In this webinar\, we will examine how the conventional corn-soybean rotation is detrimental to soil health and limits the farm’s profitability. We will also discuss the Midwest Organic Center’s on-going study that demonstrates the benefits of diversifying crop rotations by integrating small grains\, pulses\, oilseeds\, and livestock\, thus improving the health and sustainability of the farm’s soil and budget. \n\n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Zip/Postal Code*\n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-crop-diversification-in-the-midwest-improves-soil-health-and-farm-profitability/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Midwest Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7409694.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T150000 DTSTAMP:20240425T190819Z CREATED:20240412T185524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T190819Z UID:10000868-1727445600-1727449200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Virtual Coffee Hour: Organic Grain Farming for Soil Health from SE Nebraska to NE Kansas DESCRIPTION:To help foster community building and provide technical assistance to farmers Rodale Institute Consulting Services will host monthly virtual “coffee hours” for 6-months. We believe that the frequency\, open structure\, and small-mid size of the group will be conducive to deep and meaningful conversations. ​ \nWho should sign up?\nProspective\, transitioning\, or certified organic grain farmers in Central NE\, Southeast NE\, Central KS\, and Northeast KS​ \nWhat can participants expect?\nOrganic agronomist Ben Lehman will facilitate the meetings. Participants will be encouraged to share any questions\, comments or concerns relevant to organic farming and organic transition.​ \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 automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nThis work is supported by: URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/virtual-coffee-hour-organic-grain-farming-for-soil-health-from-se-nebraska-to-ne-kansas/2024-09-27/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,Coffee Hours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7409679.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T140000 DTSTAMP:20240917T184331Z CREATED:20240916T185909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T184331Z UID:10001004-1728478800-1728482400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Organic Unveiled—A Journey Through Certification and Challenges DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live conversation with a organic citrus farmer!\nWe’re excited to invite you to a live conversation with Herb Young\, the passionate owner of Squeeze Citrus\, as he shares his journey into organic citrus farming. \nHerb will dive into his experiences with organic certification and the unique challenges he’s faced growing organic citrus in South Georgia. Discover experiences of regenerative organic practices and gain valuable insights into making your organic farm thrive. \nThis webinar is perfect for current and transitioning organic farmers. Whether you’re starting out or looking to expand your knowledge\, this session will equip you with the tools and confidence to navigate the organic certification process. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from a seasoned expert and enhance your organic farming journey! \nHosted by:\n\nDe’Anthony Price\, Southeast Organic Consultant\nJen Rose Silverman\, New Mexico Organic Consultant\nHerb Young\, Owner of Squeeze Citrus\n\nThis webinar is funded by the USDA National Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). \nRegistration\n\n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Zip/Postal Code*\n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-organic-unveiled-a-journey-through-certification-and-challenges/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Southeast Organic Center,Organic Consulting,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_2500389733.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T150000 DTSTAMP:20240111T203719Z CREATED:20240111T203719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T203719Z UID:10000947-1728482400-1728486000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Ready....Homesteady....Go! DESCRIPTION:Homesteading is a dream that many people share. And like all dreams there is a lot of work to make it happen and maintain your own operation. Let’s talk about how to make sure that your homestead stays a dream and doesn’t turn into a nightmare by getting an understanding of what it takes to manage your own stead. \n\n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Zip/Postal Code*\n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-ready-homesteady-go/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/JAK04874-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T150000 DTSTAMP:20240918T164604Z CREATED:20240111T193432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T164604Z UID:10000937-1729087200-1729090800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Updates on the Vegetable Systems Trial: Seven Years Since Establishment DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Zinati in this webinar to learn more about the latest research work being developed and results compiled on soil and crop nutrients from the Vegetable Systems Trial\, a long-term trial. This project is supported in part by the Grantham Foundation\, PA Department of Agriculture – Specialty Crop Block Grants\, Paloma Bianca\, and Orange County Community Foundation. \n\n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Zip/Postal Code*\n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-updates-on-the-vegetable-systems-trial-seven-years-since-establishment/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/DJI_0020.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241018T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241018T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000843-1729260000-1729267200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. 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Lettuce growers depend heavily on OMRI certified chemicals to spray against the pathogen that causes the disease. Other technologies may be potentially helpful to nip the disease early in the production system. However\, we don’t know whether these technologies such as UV rays affect plant growth\, and most importantly\, nutrient quality\, compared to those sprayed with chemicals. Learn about the latest results of this research\, conducted at the Rodale Institute Pocono Organic Center in Pennsylvania. This project is supported in part by the N.E. SARE Partnership Grant. \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-does-uv-light-affect-greenhouse-organic-lettuce-yield-and-nutrient-quality/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Pocono Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/JAK03073-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T140000 DTSTAMP:20241004T181024Z CREATED:20241004T143337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T181024Z UID:10001007-1730109600-1730124000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Fall into Organic Practices: Farmer Field Walk DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 28th\, 2024\, for the “Fall into Organic Practices: Farmer Field Walk” at Lola’s Organic Farm in Glenwood\, GA.\nThis educational workshop will run from 10 AM to 2 PM and is geared toward current and transitioning organic farmers eager to learn about organic technical assistance programs and effective organic practices\, with a particular emphasis on cover crops and soil health in organic systems. \nParticipants will enjoy a guided tour led by Jennifer and Ron\, Owners and Farmers\, where they’ll explore the rich history of Lola’s Organic Farm and delve into various organic practices and soil health strategies. Experts will discuss more about soil health practices in organic systems and organic citrus management. Following the farm tour\, attendees can participate in a Q&A session with technical service providers\, gaining insights into current organic programs and the journey to USDA Organic certification. \nLunch will be provided at no cost\, but registration is required. Farmers will also have the opportunity to connect with organic technical providers on-site and receive personalized technical assistance. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your knowledge and network with fellow farmers and organic experts in the field! \nThis program is funded and support by the USA SE TOPP Program. \nLearn more about Lola’s Organic Farm here. \nAgenda\n10am – Welcome/Introductions\n10:15am-11:00am – Farm Tour\n11:00am-11:30pm – Cover Crops and Soil Health Conversation/Demonstration\n11:30-12:00pm – Organic Citrus Management\n12:00pm-12:15pm – UGA Beginner Farmer Programs\n12:15pm-12:30pm – NRCS Organic Programs\n12:30-12:45pm – Rodale Institute Consulting Services/SE TOPP\n12:45pm – Lunch\n1:00pm-1:30pm – Organic Certification Panel/Farmer Q & A\n1:30pm- 2:00pm – Small Fruit Pruning Demo\n2:00pm – Closing Remarks \nFarmer Field Walk Highlights\n\nOrganic farm tour and hands-on demonstration of tools (low tunnels\, wire cages\, cover crops) used to increase soil fertility\, manage weeds – Jennifer Taylor Lola’s Organic Farm\nGrowing organic citrus in Georgia – management to increase citrus yield – Dr. Sutton and Jake Price\nRodale Institute- Consulting Services\, SE TOPP\, Organic Certification- De’Anthony Price/ Jennifer Silverman\nNRCS – Organic EQIP Initiative\, farmer eligibility\, and benefits to farm- Vontice Jackson\nJourneyman Program\, benefits\, and how to participate – UGA (TBA)\nOrganic Certification Farmer Testimony- Ron Lola Organic’s\nHands-on pruning demonstration – Jerry Larson\, retired Fort Valley Extension Agent\n\nRegistration\n\n \n NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Zip/Postal Code*\n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/lolas-organic-farm-field-walk/ LOCATION:Lola’s Organic Farm\, 297 Ochwalkee Road\, Glenwood\, GA\, 30428\, United States CATEGORIES:Southeast Organic Center,Organic Consulting,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/JAK05245-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T153000 DTSTAMP:20240918T184549Z CREATED:20240918T184549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T184549Z UID:10001005-1730295000-1730302200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Investigating the Benefits of Integrating Cover Crops into Organic Vegetable Systems DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, learn about the benefits of cover crops and the research projects we are working on at the California Organic Center. Get the latest updates on our research trial exploring the potential benefits of cover crops for vegetables such as squash\, peppers\, and eggplants. Hear about the impact cover crops have on soil fertility\, weed suppression\, crop yield\, and more! \n\n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Zip/Postal Code*\n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-investigating-the-benefits-of-integrating-cover-crops-into-organic-vegetable-systems/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/eggplant-harvest-basket-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T150000 DTSTAMP:20240116T172743Z CREATED:20240111T193049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T172743Z UID:10000936-1730901600-1730905200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Pennsylvania's Remerging Flax to Linen Industry DESCRIPTION:Are you excited by the potential of a domestic linen industry? Come learn about flax for linen from PA Flax Project (PAFP)! PAFP is a cooperative founded by farmer\, Emma de Long and textile designer\, Heidi Barr about flax for linen. Their mission is to reestablish the fiber flax industry in PA by initiating new production and processing capacity. Discover the barriers and opportunities of domestically growing and processing flax. \n\n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Zip/Postal Code*\n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-pennsylvanias-remerging-flax-to-linen-industry/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1799438863.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T130000 DTSTAMP:20241029T182016Z CREATED:20241029T175314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T182016Z UID:10001009-1730964600-1730984400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Organic Transition Learning Day: Organic Markets Panel DESCRIPTION:To decide to transition to organic\, you need to learn about the market potential in your region.\nHear from an experienced panel\, including a fourth-generation farmer\, a BIPOC food hub\, the California Farm-to-School program\, and one of the most respected organic distributors. This session empowers small-scale and BIPOC farmers in California’s Central Valley with organic production practices and market access. Translation in Spanish and Hmong will be provided. \nRegister Here to Attend \n \n  \n This work is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) and the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) State Organic Program & Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation. 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/organic-transition-learning-day-organic-markets-panel/ LOCATION:Kearney Agricultural Research\, 9240 S Riverbend Ave\, Parlier\, CA\, 93648\, United States CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-418.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T150000 DTSTAMP:20240710T201620Z CREATED:20240710T201620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T201620Z UID:10000995-1731506400-1731510000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Many Little Hammers—A Multitactical Approach to Managing Weeds in Your Cropping System DESCRIPTION:Despite the continuous technological innovation that has been developed in the last few decades\, weeds still represent a big threat to our agricultural production. It has been estimated that\, overall\, weeds cause the highest potential crop yield losses\, with animal pests and pathogens being less important. In this webinar\, you will learn how this holistic approach can facilitate your weed management plan and how to combine many different strategies in order to improve the efficacy of weed control in your cropping system. \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-many-little-hammers-a-multitactical-approach-to-managing-weeds-in-your-cropping-system/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7404682.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T160000 DTSTAMP:20241004T202309Z CREATED:20240115T195636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T202309Z UID:10000584-1731589200-1731600000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Workshop: Pumpkin Centerpieces DESCRIPTION:Create a lovely\, natural centerpiece to add to your Thanksgiving table this year\, fresh from the farm (including the container!) \nWe’ll be transforming pumpkins picked fresh from the farm into the container for your fresh floral arrangement during this workshop. Pumpkins and flowers will be foraged (by you) exclusively from our beautiful organic Founders Farm. \nLocation: Rodale Institute Founders Farm\n2056 Minesite Rd.\, Allentown\, PA 18103 \nTuition: $45/person\n If you are a veteran\, you may be eligible to attend educational events for free. Please email veterans@rodaleinstitute.org for details. Seating for this event is limited\, please register early to secure your spot. \n*5 slots per hour between 1 PM – 4 PM* \nRegister Here URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/workshop-pumpkin-centerpieces/ LOCATION:Rodale Institute Founders Farm\, 2056 Minesite Rd.\, Allentown\, 18103 CATEGORIES:Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7401490.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000844-1731679200-1731686400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-11-15/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T100000 DTSTAMP:20241108T153148Z CREATED:20240503T184144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T153148Z UID:10001010-1732010400-1732010400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Field Walk Series: Reduced-Till Organic Corn DESCRIPTION:Organic rotational no-till is risky\, but Junior Pfanstiel has been experimenting with different practices and varieties to maintain yields without sacrificing soil health. Please join a small group of farmers to see the changes in the field throughout the season\, discuss equipment options and organic farming challenges\, and build connections.​ This event is rain or shine. \nWho should sign up?\nProspective\, transitioning\, or certified organic grain farmers in Northeast/Central NE\, Southeast SD\, and Western IA​ \nWhat can participants expect?\nOrganic agronomist Ben Lehman will facilitate the field walks. Participants will be encouraged to share any questions\, comments or concerns relevant to organic farming and organic transition. \nLocation: Junior Pfanstiel’s farm​\n55179 Hwy 20\, McLean\, NE 68747 \nRegistration:\n\n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Zip Code*Farm/Business Name\n Register \n \n \n \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 URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/field-walk-series-reduced-till-organic-corn/2024-11-19/ LOCATION:Junior Pfanstiel’s Farm​\, 55179 Hwy 20\, McLean\, NE\, 68747\, United States CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC03361.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T143000 DTSTAMP:20241119T221117Z CREATED:20241119T202900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T221117Z UID:10001012-1733403600-1733409000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Loyal to the Soil—The Role of Regenerative Organic Agriculture in Protecting the World’s Soil DESCRIPTION:The world is losing topsoil at an alarming rate\, with estimates suggesting a loss of 24 billion tons of fertile soil annually. As soil degrades\, its ability to produce food diminishes. Around 52% of agricultural land is already moderately or severely affected by soil degradation\, and the cost to the global economy is staggering. It’s estimated that $400 billion per year is lost in agricultural productivity\, decreased crop resilience\, and increased need for fertilizers and soil amendments. \nFortunately\, there is a path forward that protects soil\, improves the nutrient density of food\, considers the welfare of farm animals\, and safeguards the health and well-being of farmworkers–certified regenerative organic agriculture. Join Rodale Institute Pocono Organics\, the ROC Certified Regional Resource Center in Rodale Institute’s nationwide network of farms\, and representatives of the Regenerative Organic Alliance on World Soil Day for a conversation among farmers and scientists in celebration of soil. This panel discussion\, entitled “Loyal to the Soil”\, will highlight Rodale Institute’s current soil research and the achievements and research of our partners at Pocono Organics. We will identify the dangers facing our top soil\, and discuss the promise of the work of farmers who utilize regenerative organic certified agriculture to protect our soil and positively impact human health. \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/loyal-to-the-soil/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Pocono Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Pocono_Organics_Founder_AshleyWalsh.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T160000 DTSTAMP:20241004T202812Z CREATED:20241004T202432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T202812Z UID:10000586-1733569200-1733587200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Workshop: Holiday Wreath Making DESCRIPTION:On December 7 join us in collecting the most beautiful evergreens\, twigs\, berries\, and dried materials to create your very own fresh wreath! We will assemble your hand selected natural materials on a 12” wire wreath frame and provide all the ribbon and accessories to decorate it for your favorite holiday. \nAlso\, enjoy a wagon tour of our experimental research farm with Santa from 11am-1pm. Light refreshments will be available during the workshop and our Visitors Center will be open! \nLocation: Rodale Institute Main Campus\n611 Siegfriedale Rd.\, Kutztown\, PA 19530 \nTuition: $50/person\n If you are a veteran\, you may be eligible to attend educational events for free. Please email veterans@rodaleinstitute.org for details. Seating for this event is limited\, please register early to secure your spot. \n*6 slots per hour between 11 AM – 4 PM* \nRegister Here URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/workshop-holiday-wreath-making/ LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7402330-e1728073652638.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241211T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241211T092000 DTSTAMP:20241204T194041Z CREATED:20241204T194041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T194041Z UID:10001014-1733904900-1733908800@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Existing\, Future and Onshoring Organic Grain Market Opportunities DESCRIPTION:Existing\, Future and Onshoring Organic Grain Market Opportunities\nAt 2024 Montana Organic Association Annual Conference\nJoin us to learn about market opportunities for organic Northwest grain farmers. Don’t miss this chance to hear directly from buyers\, discuss market conditions\, and explore potential partnerships in the organic grain sector! \nThe Montana Organic Association is the meeting place for producers to connect with buyers. In this session\, buyers of organic crops will showcase the robust market opportunity for crops that grow well in Montana and around the Northwest region. During this panel\, buyers of certified organic crops will describe the 2025 market opportunities for growers. They will include marketing opportunities for a full rotation of crops ranging from cereals to oil seeds\, millets to pulse crops. Whether you’re a transitioning producer looking to build connections to organic buyers or a currently certified organic grower looking to contract your acres\, this will be a session you won’t want to miss. \nThis event is free and open to the public and is hosted in collaboration with the MOA 2024 Annual Conference. To attend the entire conference\, please register here. \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 Address* \n \n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n 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 \n Photo Release*I hereby consent to the royalty-free use by the Organic Trade Association\, Rodale Institute\, and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) of photograph(s) taken of me by employees/representatives of the USDA\, and of any reproduction of the photograph(s) in any form\, in any media\, for any purpose in connection with USDA\, world-wide\, free and clear of any claim whatsoever on my part. 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URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/existing-future-and-onshoring-organic-grain-market-opportunities/ LOCATION:Mansfield Convention Center\, 2 Park Dr South\, Great Falls\, MT\, 59401\, United States CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7401159.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T153000 DTSTAMP:20240918T191529Z CREATED:20240918T191529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T191529Z UID:10001006-1733923800-1733931000@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Advancing Sustainable Pumpkin Production: The Role of Cover Crops and Roller Crimper Systems DESCRIPTION:This webinar will focus on the integration of cover crops and roller crimper systems for no-till vegetable farming\, with a special emphasis on pumpkin cultivation. Learn how these practices reduce soil erosion\, enhance soil health\, and suppress weeds while supporting productive yields. Featuring insights from field studies along California’s southern coast\, this session will showcase practical solutions for improving sustainability in irrigated pumpkin production\, offering valuable strategies for farmers\, researchers\, and agricultural practitioners alike. \n\n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Zip/Postal Code*\n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCompleting this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-advancing-sustainable-pumpkin-production-the-role-of-cover-crops-and-roller-crimper-systems/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:California Organic Center,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Pumpkins_7146.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T160000 DTSTAMP:20241004T202853Z CREATED:20241004T202853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T202853Z UID:10000585-1734008400-1734019200@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Workshop: Holiday Wreath Making DESCRIPTION:On December 12 join us in collecting the most beautiful evergreens\, twigs\, berries\, and dried materials to create your very own fresh wreath! We will assemble your hand selected natural materials on a 12” wire wreath frame and provide all the ribbon and accessories to decorate it for your favorite holiday. \nLocation: Rodale Institute Founders Farm\n2056 Minesite Rd.\, Allentown\, PA 18103 \nTuition: $50/person\n If you are a veteran\, you may be eligible to attend educational events for free. Please email veterans@rodaleinstitute.org for details. Seating for this event is limited\, please register early to secure your spot. \n*5 slots per hour between 1 PM – 4 PM* \nRegister Here URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/workshop-holiday-wreath-making-2/ LOCATION:Rodale Institute Founders Farm\, 2056 Minesite Rd.\, Allentown\, 18103 CATEGORIES:Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7402566-e1728073725581.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241220T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241220T160000 DTSTAMP:20240510T165825Z CREATED:20240122T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T165825Z UID:10000845-1734703200-1734710400@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:California Organic Center Monthly Tours DESCRIPTION:Join us for monthly farm tours at the Rodale Institute California Organic Center! \nLearn about our farm and our unique regenerative organic research projects. Tours will be held on the third Friday of every month from 2-4 PM year-round. Register below to attend. \n\n\n Completing this form signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time. \nLearn more about our monthly tours: \nMore Information URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-monthly-tours/2024-12-20/ LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States CATEGORIES:California Organic Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Rodale-Institute-Field-Day-2022-127.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T163000 DTSTAMP:20250123T143146Z CREATED:20241115T155639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T143146Z UID:10001011-1737810000-1737822600@rodaleinstitute.org SUMMARY:Organic Grain Market Update & Buyer/Seller Mixer DESCRIPTION:Organic Grain Market Update and Buyer/Seller Mixer\nAt the OGRAIN Winter Conference\nJoin us for an insightful session dedicated to the ever-evolving landscape of organic grain markets. Don’t miss this chance to discuss market conditions and explore potential partnerships in the organic grain sector! \nThis event will feature a presentation by economist Alexander Schultz from Argus Media\, where he will delve into current and emerging market trends that are shaping the organic grain sector\, and translate data into actionable intelligence\, helping farmers navigate the future of organic grain pricing and markets fundamentals. \nFollowing the presentation\, we invite all attendees to participate in an organic buyer/seller mixer. This is an opportunity for farmers to connect directly with buyers\, fostering relationships that can lead to future collaborations. Please bring your business cards to exchange contact information. \nThis event is free and open to the public and is hosted in collaboration with the OGRAIN Winter Conference. To attend the entire conference\, please register here. \nThank you for your interest in this event. Unfortunately\, we are at capacity and are no longer accepting registrations. URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/organic-grain-buyer-seller-mixer/ LOCATION:Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center\, 1 John Nolen Dr\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States CATEGORIES:Organic Consulting,Workshops & Field Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rodaleinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/A7409694-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR