This 2016 National Organic Research Agenda (NORA) report provides comprehensive recommendations for future investment in organic agricultural research. These recommendations are based on the Organic Farming Research Foundation’s 2015 survey of organic farmers, nationwide listening sessions with organic farmers, and a review of key documents and recommendations from other organizations, including the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB). The 2015 Organic Farmer Survey was conducted online and completed by over 1,000 organic farmers. Their responses directly inform our top recommendations for organic research.

Photo of cover of the National Organic Research Agenda 2016 report