Farmer Action
OFRF is coordinating a farmer fly-in with the Organic Trade Association (OTA) to persuade Congress it should not reduce funding for organic research initiatives. OTA is hosting a Policy Conference and Hill Days April 14 to 16. More Information
Funded Project Results
We funded research into tomato grafting to manage intense tomato disease problems in North Carolina. Trial results showed great success, improving yields and generating significant net returns per acre. Read Results
Feature
Cover crop research we helped fund has given farmers new tools in weed nutrient management. USDA-ARS researcher Eric Brennan conducted the research through the Salinas, California ARS station. Read More
Project Support
The Clif Bar Family Foundation launched a groundbreaking Organic Seed Initiative last month and named the Organic Farming Research Foundation one of three key national groups to lead the drive to protect organic seeds and preserve crop genetic diversity.
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Special Event
Organic farms and farmers are on the rise across the country, says Missouri organic producer Sue Baird. Baird heads the Missouri Organic Farmers Association. She spoke at our "Meet and Greet" Organic Benefit Luncheon at the Natural Products Expo West last month. Hear Baird's Talk
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