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SUMMARY:Soil Health and Agroforestry in Urban AG
DESCRIPTION:Join the Milwaukee Urban Agriculture Network (MUAN)\, Michael Fields Agricultural Institute (MFAI)\, and Victory Garden Initiative (VGI) for an interactive soil health field day event focused on building and maintaining healthy soils.
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/soil-health-and-agroforestry-in-urban-ag/
CATEGORIES:Soil Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Fields Agricultural Institute":MAILTO:web@michaelfields.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T163000
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SUMMARY:Market Claims: Understanding Food and Farm Labels
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will convene leaders from major certification and verification programs to explain what widely used labels mean\, how they are earned\, and how they can support transparent communication with customers and supply-chain partners. The session will cover the standards\, verification approaches\, and market considerations behind the following claims: \nUSDA Certified Organic® — The federally regulated organic label for products produced and handled according to USDA National Organic Program standards\, including requirements related to approved inputs\, recordkeeping\, traceability\, and prohibited practices. \nRegenerative Organic Certified™ — A certification that builds on organic certification and evaluates additional practices and outcomes related to soil health\, animal welfare\, and social fairness. \nReal Organic Project — An add-on certification and farmer-led label for certified organic farms intended to distinguish soil-based crop production and livestock raised on pasture\, while addressing concerns about certain industrial-scale organic production practices. \nAnimal Welfare Approved by A Greener World and Certified Regenerative by AGW — address high-welfare animal husbandry and regenerative land-management practices\, with verification focused on how animals are raised and how farms steward soil\, pasture\, and ecosystems. \nAmerican Grassfed® — A claim and certification focused on animals raised on a 100% grass- and forage-based diet\, generally with pasture-based production requirements and restrictions on grain feeding. \nNon-GMO Project Verified — A third-party verification for products that meet the Non-GMO Project Standard\, including requirements designed to manage and reduce the risk of genetically modified modified organisms
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/market-claims-understanding-food-and-farm-labels/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Transitioning/Organic Certification
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T080000
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SUMMARY:2026 Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day is coming back to Michigan! This event is perfect for farmers and ag advisors who want to: see a particular weeding tool before buying it\, learn how to adjust cultivators\, see what is new in cultivation\, and learn from other farmers.
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/2026-midwest-mechanical-weed-control-field-day/
CATEGORIES:Weed Management
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Land Connection":MAILTO:info@thelandconnection.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T140000
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SUMMARY:Farmers Food Safety Plan Training
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to keep the food you grow safe for every family you serve. This Farmers Food Safety Plan Training walks you through practical steps for handling\, washing\, storing\, and selling produce with confidence.
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/farmers-food-safety-plan-training/
CATEGORIES:Farm Management and Economics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T170000
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SUMMARY:Marbleseed in the Field: A Diversified Organic Showcase at Gwenyn Hill Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Marbleseed at Gwenyn Hill Farm for a full day of practical\, hands-on education\, and peer-to-peer connection with organic farmers! \nAttendees can select two field sessions total: one from four morning and one from our afternoon options. Lunch will be available for purchase between sessions from Marty’s Itty Bitty BBQ\, featuring produce from the farm. Then stick around for an evening of dinner from area food trucks\, drinks\, demos\, farm tours\, and live music from the Beth Kille Band! The evening portion will open to the public – a chance for eaters and buyers to learn more about diversified organic farming. \nAbout Gwenyn Hill Farm \nLocated just west of Milwaukee in the Kettle Moraine region\, Gwenyn Hill Farm is a 430-acre diversified organic farm with a strong commitment to conservation\, biodiversity\, and sustainable agriculture. The farm produces certified organic vegetables\, livestock\, and value-added products while utilizing rotational grazing\, perennial plantings\, and land stewardship practices suited to the region’s rolling landscape. \nThe farm sells through a CSA\, on-farm stand\, and local farmers markets\, while also serving as a gathering place for agricultural education and community events. \nAdditional information: \nTickets are $75 for the full day and $15 for the evening only. This event will take place rain or shine—please come prepared for the weather and walking in the fields. Attendees with either walk or be transported by tractor wagon to different sections of the farm for workshops. \nPartial refunds are available if you are unable to attend and request a refund before the end of the day on September 11. A processing fee applies based on how close the refund request is to the event. Contact registration@marbleseed.org if you need to request a refund. \nBefore August 19: 15% fee (85% refund)\nAugust 19 – September 4: 25% fee (75% refund)\nSeptember 4 – September 11: 50% fee (50% refund)\nNo refunds after September 11
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/marbleseed-in-the-field-a-diversified-organic-showcase-at-gwenyn-hill-farm/
CATEGORIES:Education/Conference,Field Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marbleseed":MAILTO:info@marbleseed.org
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SUMMARY:The Buzz About Buckwheat
DESCRIPTION:Dig into the beauty and potential of buckwheat with MFAI Research Director and Agroecologist Dr. Nicole Tautges! Buckwheat is a gluten-free seed crop in the knotweed family.
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/the-buzz-about-buckwheat/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Organic Crop Production
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Fields Agricultural Institute":MAILTO:web@michaelfields.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T093000
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SUMMARY:Organic Dairy Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:CCE Allegany County\, together with NOFA-NY are hosting a Dairy Pasture Walk at the farm of Sara & Jeremy Hatch in Freedom\, NY.
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/organic-dairy-pasture-walk/
CATEGORIES:Organic Livestock Production
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York (NOFA-NY)":MAILTO:certifiedorganic@nofany.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T100000
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SUMMARY:Soil\, Pasture\, and Dairy Cow Health Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA-NY\, Organic Valley and Triple Creek Farm for a discussion on pasture soil nutrients\, soil health and dairy cow health.
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/soil-pasture-and-dairy-cow-health-pasture-walk/
CATEGORIES:Animal Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York (NOFA-NY)":MAILTO:certifiedorganic@nofany.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T193000
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SUMMARY:Organic Farmer Storytelling Workshop (Story Lab 101)
DESCRIPTION:The Organic Farmer Storytelling technical assistance project was created to help farmers make their businesses stand out and build trust with buyers and consumers\, because farmer stories are the most powerful tool we have for shifting consumer demand toward a domestic\, organic supply chain. You already have the stories. You just need the guidance and tools for sharing them effectively! \nA 90-minute hands-on workshop session designed to help organic farmers tell their farm story clearly\, confidently\, and in their own voice so they can grow their business and help others understand what organic is and why they should buy organic. \n*After completing the 101 session\, farmers will be invited to participate in the 102 session on Sept. 30.
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/organic-farmer-storytelling-workshop-story-lab-101/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farm Management and Economics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Organic Farmers Association (OFA)":MAILTO:info@organicfarmersassociation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T190000
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SUMMARY:Observing and Adapting to Weather Extremes: a Farmer-to-Farmer Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Have you experienced the impacts of extreme weather on your farm in the past few years? Do you have questions about how to build resilience into your operation\, or tried-and-true solutions you want to share with others? Join NOFA-NY and the Good Farmers Guild of Western NY for a farmer-to-farmer discussion. Come prepared to share what you’ve observed over the past few years\, questions you have for other farmers\, and practices that have worked for you! \nThis event is open to all operation types\, sizes\, and experience levels\, with a focus on organic practice and sustainable farming techniques. Dinner will be provided. Registration is required.
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/observing-and-adapting-to-weather-extremes-a-farmer-to-farmer-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Climate Solutions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York (NOFA-NY)":MAILTO:certifiedorganic@nofany.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T193000
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SUMMARY:Get Involved with Organic!
DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA-NY for an introduction to the organic movement! We’ll cover history\, current trends\, and tangible ways you can help grow a bioregional food system based in Health\, Ecology\, Fairness\, and Care. Come prepared for both lecture and discussion!
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/get-involved-with-organic/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York (NOFA-NY)":MAILTO:certifiedorganic@nofany.org
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