Latest OFRF News
Organic for Climate Policy Recommendations
August 6, 2020 - As conversations around the climate crisis continue to evolve on Capitol Hill, OFRF wants to ensure that climate legislation includes support for organic agriculture given its many climate benefits.
Focus Group Hosts Needed for National Survey
August 4, 2020 - OFRF and OSA are conducting a national survey of certified organic producers and producers transitioning to organic production. We are seeking applications from organizations that support certified organic and transitioning agricultural producers to facilitate and coordinate virtual focus groups.
Regional and Long-Term Agricultural Research Build Climate Resilience
July 30, 2020 - Food and agriculture research is critical to improving farm and rural viability, public health, food security, and agriculture’s potential to address the climate crisis.
Combating the Climate Crisis Through Conservation
July 16, 2020 - In this blog, we dig into the soil health provisions in the Agricultural Resilience Act, emphasizing the proposed changes to the country’s primary working lands conservation programs.
OFRF & FFAR Announce Grants to Advance Soil Health Research
July 15 - OFRF and FFAR are pleased to award three grants to researchers in California, Pennsylvania, and Texas to bolster soil health research by developing innovative organic strategies for controlling weeds, pests, and disease.
Calling All Farmers: We Want to Hear From You!
June 17, 2020 - During these uncertain times, it is more important than ever that farmers and ranchers make their voices heard through our National Organic Survey.
Building a Resilient Future in Food and Farming
June 16, 2020 - The road to a more resilient agricultural system will be long and hard. Fortunately, far-sighted Members of Congress have joined NSAC, OFRF, and many other organizations to begin the first steps on that road.
OFRF & FFAR Fund Soil Health Research at MSU
June 4, 2020 - OFRF and FFAR awarded a second year of funding in the amount of $20,000 to Dr. Jed Eberly at Montana State University based on the promise shown in his first year of organic lentil trials.
Barr Farms
June 3, 2020 - Barr Farms is a seventh-generation family farm in Rhodelia, Kentucky. Adam and Rae Strobel Barr raise organic vegetables, pastured chicken and pork, and grass-fed beef. They farm with the intention of taking care of the land by growing healthy soil, healthy plants, healthy animals, and healthy people.
Agriculture’s Role in Addressing Climate Change
May 19, 2020 - The House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis held a hearing in Fall 2019 to discuss the role of agriculture in identifying and implementing solutions to the climate crisis. It was the first time they focused on the potential for America’s farmers and ranchers to be a positive force in the nation’s efforts to combat climate change.
