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Farmer-Led Trials Program Spotlight: Farmacea

In the heart of Munith, Michigan, Farmacea, is undertaking an exciting experiment to help enhance their farm systems and design. Farmers Mike Lucas and Rollin Baker are participating in OFRF's Farmer-Led Trials (FLT) Program to answer the question "does a living clover mulch produce higher strawberry yields than a plastic mulch?".

May 29th, 2025|Categories: Farmer Stories, FLT Highlight, News|

Spring Storms in Policymaking: How Organic Research is Affected by Reconciliation

Reconciliation is a fast-track budget process that allows Congress to adjust spending, revenue, and debt limits. For advocates of organic farming and publicly-funded agricultural research, reconciliation can have profound implications on the future of important programs. Learn what’s happening right now, and what’s at stake for organic agriculture.

May 8th, 2025|Categories: Gordon's Policy Corner, News|

OFRF Urges NOSB to Keep Driving Bold Farmer-Centered Organic Research

OFRF submitted comments and delivered oral testimony at the National Organic Standards Board's spring meeting urging continued investment in bold, farmer-centered organic research priorities. Our recommendations address persistent gaps and propose new focus areas to help the organic sector thrive.

May 1st, 2025|Categories: News|

Organic Research in the Balance: What’s Happening in Wisconsin

From breeding new varieties of organic carrots to overcoming hurdles to achieving efficacy in organic meat curing, Wisconsin is undoubtedly a leader in organic production and research. This article, originally published in Marbleseed's Organic Broadcaster in spring 2025, highlights Wisconsin's organic industries and research and the contributions being made to the broader organic community.

April 30th, 2025|Categories: News|

Interviews with some of our favorite organic farmers

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