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Organic Small Grain Production
This webinar presents information about managing nutrients and controlling pests in organic small grain production. Crop rotations, cover crops, and approved organic supplements for nitrogen,...
Organic Literacy Initiative
The Organic Literacy Initiative is designed to help connect current and prospective organic farmers, ranchers, and processors with appropriate USDA resources. This package of training and outreach...
Organic Conservation Cross-Training Series: Vegetable Farm Management Training Materials
A case study of key planning steps and analysis undertaken by 82-acre Mustard Seed Farm in St. Paul, Oregon that produces organic vegetables for wholesale, retail and community supported agriculture...
Organic Conservation Cross-Training Series: Dairy Management Training Materials
A case study of key planning steps and analysis undertaken by Double J Jerseys, an organic dairy farm in Monmouth, Oregon. The farm includes 560 acres of pasture and hayland, supporting a herd of 170...
Organic Conservation Cross-Training Series: Fruit Farm Management Training Materials
A case study of key planning steps and analysis undertaken by Hi Point Orchard in Mesa, Washington for transition to organic management of apricots, peaches and nectarines. The study discusses key...
Organizations, Resources and Events for Organic Farming Information
A compiled list of governmental agencies and non-governmental organizations that provide information and resources related to organic...
Organic Conservation Cross-Training Series: Instructor Materials
The Organic-Conservation Cross-Training Series developed a series of instructor materials for anyone who would like to conduct their own cross-training for organic and conservation professionals. The...
National Organic Program Summary
This summary was prepared to help agricultural professionals understand the basic requirements of organic certification. It is not comprehensive and is not a substitute for the regulatory text....
USDA Guide to US Organic Marketing Laws and Regulations
A compiled guide of links to federal laws and regulations, state laws and regulations, certification programs, background documents, food safety resources, and a complete index to agencies,...
Transitioning to Organic Production
This publication lays out many promising conversion strategies, covering typical organic farming production practices, innovative marketing ideas and federal standards for certified organic crop...