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Join us as we discuss the similarities and differences between regenerative and organic agriculture. This webinar will cover the basic principles and practices of organic and regenerative agriculture, highlighting intersections and differences between the two. Also discussed will be motivations for producers to follow one or both production principles and resource challenges these producers may […]
Sometimes the decision to obtain organic certification can be difficult, especially if you’re already ‘grassfed’ and have a loyal customer base – but in some cases, certification can set your operation apart in the marketplace and provide a myriad of benefits. Join Ryan Siwinski to discuss the basics of organic livestock production and how it […]
Join OSA’s Kiki Hubbard and Jared Zystro, and host eOrganic, for a timely webinar on May 17, 2022. Organic seed represents the first link in the organic supply chain, serving as the foundation of organic integrity from seed to plate. Every five years, OSA releases the State of Organic Seed report as a progress report […]
Tour a certified Organic Valley farm by foot and wagon to see fourth-generation farmer Mike Polich’s cows, calves and pasture crops. With his wife, Katie, Mike operates a thriving dairy farm with 200 cows and 1,000 acres of cropland. See the farm’s milking robots and discover organic weed control methods and the key roles of […]
Organic producers of perennial crops are required to introduce biodiversity in lieu of a crop rotation. This webinar will cover examples of methods organic producers use to introduce biodiversity to their perennial operations, while balancing maximum benefits with minimal labor and resource concerns. Different cropping systems and climates will be highlighted. Info here.
Come and hear Cella Langer and Emmet Fisher share the story of how they started their small, rotationally grazed dairy cow herd and on-farm, Grade A creamery. This field day will include a tour of silvopastures, seasonal milking parlor, and Grade A dairy plant. Learn how the creamery fits into the bigger picture of their […]
Join Wisconsin Farmers Union at Rising Sun Farm and Orchard. See what Ryan Browne and Lindsey Baris have been up to on their organic CSA/market farm- with maple syrup, U-pick apples, cider, meat and veggies - they offer a small farm diversity that many aspire to. Learn about what the Wisconsin Farmers Union is focusing […]
The Organic Agronomy Training Service (OATS), the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s OGRAIN, and the American Society of Agronomy (ASA) have launched two new opportunities for organic advisors and ag professionals to connect and learn from each other. These are perfect for ag professionals who work with organic and transitional farmers. The Organic Advisor Call Series […]
The Organic Agronomy Training Service (OATS), the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s OGRAIN, and the American Society of Agronomy (ASA) have launched two new opportunities for organic advisors and ag professionals to connect and learn from each other. These are perfect for ag professionals who work with organic and transitional farmers. The Organic Advisor Call Series […]
The Organic Agronomy Training Service (OATS), the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s OGRAIN, and the American Society of Agronomy (ASA) have launched two new opportunities for organic advisors and ag professionals to connect and learn from each other. These are perfect for ag professionals who work with organic and transitional farmers. The Organic Advisor Call Series […]
Join this webinar to learn about organic agriculture’s role in climate change mitigation and adaptation. Climate change threatens agricultural production with weather extremes, drought, loss of biodiversity, and more. This webinar will discuss the role of organic agriculture in presenting climate change solutions and adaptation strategies, as we seek to increase the resilience of our […]
This webinar will discuss biological nutrient management in organic agriculture using a resource-conserving approach to nutrient management that builds soil nutrient retention, cycling, and delivery capacity. Participants in this training will be provided foundational information on biological nutrient management practices and up-to-date research in organic agricultural systems. This webinar will include the importance of soil […]
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