Fall into Organic Practices: Farmer Field Walk

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October 28, 2024 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm EDT
FREE
Join us on October 28th, 2024, for the “Fall into Organic Practices: Farmer Field Walk” at Lola’s Organic Farm in Glenwood, GA.
This 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.
Participants 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.
Lunch 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!
This program is funded and support by the USA SE TOPP Program.
Learn more about Lola’s Organic Farm here.
Agenda
10am – Welcome/Introductions
10:15am-11:00am – Farm Tour
11:00am-11:30pm – Cover Crops and Soil Health Conversation/Demonstration
11:30-12:00pm – Organic Citrus Management
12:00pm-12:15pm – UGA Beginner Farmer Programs
12:15pm-12:30pm – NRCS Organic Programs
12:30-12:45pm – Rodale Institute Consulting Services/SE TOPP
12:45pm – Lunch
1:00pm-1:30pm – Organic Certification Panel/Farmer Q & A
1:30pm- 2:00pm – Small Fruit Pruning Demo
2:00pm – Closing Remarks
Farmer Field Walk Highlights
- Organic 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
- Growing organic citrus in Georgia – management to increase citrus yield – Dr. Sutton and Jake Price
- Rodale Institute- Consulting Services, SE TOPP, Organic Certification- De’Anthony Price/ Jennifer Silverman
- NRCS – Organic EQIP Initiative, farmer eligibility, and benefits to farm- Vontice Jackson
- Journeyman Program, benefits, and how to participate – UGA (TBA)
- Organic Certification Farmer Testimony- Ron Lola Organic’s
- Hands-on pruning demonstration – Jerry Larson, retired Fort Valley Extension Agent
Registration
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