News From Other Sources
There’s a lot going on in the world of organic farming. Our community is always striving to grow and educate. We’ll aggregate and share other organic news from a variety of sources in this section.
OFRF News
NRCS and Organic Producers: What EQIP, CSP, and the Regenerative Pilot Program Can Do for Your Farm
EQIP, CSP, and the new Regenerative Pilot Program, administered by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, are great options for producers interested in boosting conservation on their operations.
The Proposed USDA Restructuring Will Hurt Farmers, Not Bring the Agency Closer to Them
By Vinnie Trometter, OFRF Policy Manager Record-high input costs, low commodity and specialty crop prices, and lack of access to markets are placing massive economic pressures on farmers. In January of this year, over 300 farm groups sent a letter to Congressional leadership issuing a dire warning that the long-term viability of American agriculture is under threat unless conditions change. Since then, the situation has only gotten worse. The war in Iran has spiked fertilizer prices during the peak spring planting season, affecting the vast majority of farmers who [...]
Meeting the Moment for Organic Research: A Novel Approach with Researcher and Extension Regional Meetups
OFRF is leading new Research and Extension Regional Meetups for organic research, extension, and specialists at organic conferences across the US.
Earth Day Spotlight: Organic Farming as Stewardship
In honor of Earth Day, we’re spotlighting four organic farmers from across the country who prioritize the health of the planet through land stewardship and working in partnership with natural systems.
