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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="California Organic Center":MAILTO:arianna.bozzolo@rodaleinstitute.org
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SUMMARY:Soil Health and Extreme Drought Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon at McGrath Family Farm in Camarillo\, California. Learn the history and evolution of the farm from organic farmer and owner Phil McGrath whose family has been farming on the land for over 150 years. Hear about their unique partnerships with the Farmer Collective and Rodale Institute\, and their work and collaboration on soil health issues in an ever changing climate and now extreme drought. This event is part of the California Small Farm Conference. \nCost: $10/person\nLocation: 1014 W. Ventura Blvd. Camarillo\, CA 93010 \nRSVP\n \n 
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/soil-health-and-extreme-drought-field-day/
LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States
CATEGORIES:California Organic Center
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SUMMARY:California Organic Center Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an Organic Field Day at the California Organic Center! We will be hosting small groups of up to 20 people for a tour of the farm\, demonstrations\, and a Q+A with our Chief Scientist Arianna Bozzolo. These field day events are perfect for farmers\, scientists\, and anyone interested in learning more about organic agriculture. \nPre-registration is required for this free event. To keep groups small\, each event is capped at 20 attendees. \nRSVP Here\n \n 
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-field-day-2/
LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States
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SUMMARY:California Organic Center Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an Organic Field Day at the California Organic Center! We will be hosting small groups of up to 20 people for a tour of the farm\, demonstrations\, and a Q+A with our Chief Scientist Arianna Bozzolo. These field day events are perfect for farmers\, scientists\, and anyone interested in learning more about organic agriculture. \nPre-registration is required for this free event. To keep groups small\, each event is capped at 20 attendees. \nRSVP Here\n \n 
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-field-day-5/
LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="California Organic Center":MAILTO:arianna.bozzolo@rodaleinstitute.org
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SUMMARY:California Organic Center Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an Organic Field Day at the California Organic Center! We will be hosting small groups of up to 20 people for a tour of the farm\, demonstrations\, and a Q+A with our Chief Scientist Arianna Bozzolo. These field day events are perfect for farmers\, scientists\, and anyone interested in learning more about organic agriculture. \nPre-registration is required for this free event. To keep groups small\, each event is capped at 20 attendees. \nRSVP Here\n \n 
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-field-day-4/
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SUMMARY:California Organic Center Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an Organic Field Day at the California Organic Center! We will be hosting small groups of up to 20 people for a tour of the farm\, demonstrations\, and a Q+A with our Chief Scientist Arianna Bozzolo. These field day events are perfect for farmers\, scientists\, and anyone interested in learning more about organic agriculture. \nPre-registration is required for this free event. To keep groups small\, each event is capped at 20 attendees. \nRSVP Here\n \n 
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-field-day-3/
LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States
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SUMMARY:California Organic Center Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an Organic Field Day at the California Organic Center! We will be hosting small groups of up to 20 people for a tour of the farm\, demonstrations\, and a Q+A with our Chief Scientist Arianna Bozzolo. These field day events are perfect for farmers\, scientists\, and anyone interested in learning more about organic agriculture. \nPre-registration is required for this free event. To keep groups small\, each event is capped at 20 attendees. \nRSVP Here\n \n 
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/california-organic-center-field-day/
LOCATION:California Organic Center\, 1014 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States
CATEGORIES:California Organic Center
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