Organic Farmer Storytelling Resources

Tools and support to help you tell your farm’s story, connect with customers, and share the value of organic

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!


Upcoming Story Lab Workshops

A 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.

September Story Lab 101

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | 6pm ET

After completing the 101 session, farmers will be invited to participate in the 102 session on Sept. 30.

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October Story Lab 101

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 2pm ET

After completing the 101 session, farmers will be invited to participate in the 102 session on Oct. 27.

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On-Demand Story Lab Sessions & Tools

Organic Farmers Storytelling Story Lab 102 Session


Story Lab 101 Slides

Why Domestic Organic workshop slides. Providing context and exercise prompts for the workshop, focused on stories of why.

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Story Lab 102 Slides

Organic Farm Practices workshop slides. Providing context and exercise prompts for the workshop, focused on stories of why.

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Farmer Story Lab 101 Workbook

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Farmer Story Lab 102 Workbook

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Farmer Story Labs Additional Resources

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Share Your Farm Stories

Start sharing your stories, and please share them with us. We’re building a database of stories and shared assets and would love to include yours!

Send Your Story

More Storytelling Resources

Access the Interactive Knowledge Base

Access the tool and find a simple guide for using our database as an interactive story-writing assistant. Best for farmers who have reviewed the Story Lab materials.

User Guide & Tool

Schedule 1-on-1 Office Hours

After you’ve reviewed the Story Lab sessions, schedule a 1:1 support meeting with the Story Lab team. We’ll have team members ready to help you with strategy, writing, graphics, and more. 

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Story Labs Audience Profiles

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Story Mediums Guide

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Farmer Storytelling Frameworks

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Story Labs Social Media Guide

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Thank You to Our Partners

The Organic Farmer Storytelling resources and Story Labs were designed and facilitated by Organic Farmers Association and Modern Species, a creative agency that works with farmers and food system organizations to tell clear, compelling stories. The project is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP).

PO Box 709
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
202-643-5363
info@OrganicFarmersAssociation.org
Media: madison@OrganicFarmersAssociation.org

About the Organic Farmers Association

In 2016 farmers from across the country came together to launch the Organic Farmers Association (OFA) to unite organic farmers for a better future together. OFA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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