Communicating with Legislators: A Workshop for Public Researchers & Farmers
OnlineThe workshop is designed to provide researchers and farmers with the tools and resources needed to effectively communicate their research and the importance of their work to policymakers and the general public. We will give particular focus on the unique challenges and opportunities of working at public universities as well as the time constraints of farming.
Adapting and Expanding High Tunnel Organic Vegetable Production for the Southeast
OnlineInterested in learning more about high tunnel vegetable production in the Southeast? Join OFRF and eOrganic on November 30, 2023 to learn more about cost-effective high tunnel protected culture systems.
Seeds of Success: OREI Research Proposal Development and Collaboration
Join us on Wednesday, January 10th at 2pm ET to [...]
Seeds of Success: Demystifying the National Organic Standards Board
OnlineThis event has passed. Watch the recording here. The [...]
Developing Organic Crop Budgets for Producers Moving to Organic Production
OnlineeOrganic & OFRF present this insightful webinar on Developing Organic Crop Budgets for Producers Moving to Organic Production.
Seeds of Success Webinar – NRCS Organic Practice 823 Strategies and Best Practices
OnlineThe Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF), is partnering with the Organic Farmers Association (OFA), and National Organic Coalition (NOC) to host a series of virtual farmer-to-farmer networking sessions, Seeds of Success. During this session OFA will discuss NRCS Organic Practice 823, (Organic Transition Initiative) which is specifically meant to help those transitioning to organic operations, by cost-sharing and providing technical support on practices organic and transitioning farmers want to implement on their farms.
OFRF Research Grantees 2022 Project Presentations
OnlineOFRF hosts a panel presentation from three researchers who were recipients of the 2022 OFRF Organic Research Grant. They will share the stories of their research projects, their findings, and advice for other farmers interested in engaging in on-farm research.
2025 Farmer Led Trial Applications Open
OnlineOFRF’s Farmer-Led Trials program provides farmers with funding and technical assistance to investigate and learn about solutions to their most pressing production challenges. Applications for the 2025 season open Oct 14th - Dec 1st.
Reducing Feed Costs in Organic Pig Production
OnlineJoin OFRF and eOrganic for an enlightening discussion on reducing feed costs in organic pig production, that will help farmers improve efficiency and make decisions on raising small grains for organic pigs.
Farmer Led Trials Virtual Forum
OnlineDiscover how hands-on research led by farmers has informed and impacted their production practices. Hear from four farmers who participated in OFRF's Farmer Led Trials Program this year.
Seeds of Success: Adding the “O” : Farmer Perspectives and Experiences Transitioning to Organic
OnlineHear directly from farmers who have successfully navigated the challenges of transitioning to certified organic farming. From building soil health and managing weeds without herbicides to handling paperwork and adjusting infrastructure, our featured panelists will share insights from their journeys. Mike Bronkema of Shady Side Farm and Dakota Moore of Moore Family Farm will discuss their experiences, followed by a live Q&A session.
OFRF Keynote Presentation at 2024 Iowa Organic Conference: What Organic Farmers Need and How We Can Get There
University of Iowa Memorial Union, 125 North Madison Street, Iowa City, Iowa 125 North Madison St., Iowa City, IA, United StatesJoin OFRF's Research and Education Program Director, Dr. Thelma Velez, [...]