OEFFA Farm Tours

Formed in 1979, the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association (OEFFA) cultivates a future in which sustainable and organic farmers thrive, local food nourishes our communities, and agricultural practices protect and enhance our environment.

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Whether you’re just starting or are a seasoned farmer, are transitioning to organic or certified organic, or simply have questions about sustainable agriculture practices and strategies, OEFFA’s sustainable agriculture educators can help!

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Farm Policy Matters

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The Path to a New Farm Bill (Regularly Updated)
It’s GO time! Our team has been busy at work keeping up to date with the farm bill action in Congress. In this blog, you’ll find all relevant updates, with the oldest news at the bottom […]
Connecting with Candidates: A Guide for Ohio’s Food and Farm Community
The 2026 General Election is just 48 days away, and now is an important time to engage with the candidates and elected officials who will shape policies affecting Ohio’s food and farm systems. Voting is one […]
Following the USDA’s Reorganization (Regularly Updated)
Following the release of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) reorganization plans in the summer of 2025, the agency announced reorganization and restructuring efforts around staff and facilities across some of its mission areas. With a […]
Connecting Federal Nutrition Dollars to Local Farmers
The farm bill is a massive piece of legislation that encompasses policies covering agriculture, conservation, trade, rural development, nutrition, and more. The current legislative package differs from the first farm bill, the Agricultural Adjustment Act of […]

Certification

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OEFFA has operated an organic certification program since 1981. While the standards and the process have evolved since then, what hasn’t changed is OEFFA’s commitment to uphold the integrity of organics and provide farmers and handler/processors a pathway for profitability.

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Outreach

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OEFFA Outreach is intended to increase awareness of and access to programs and services that support you as sustainable farmers, food system workers, and consumers. Our goal is to provide a platform for growth and networking through the sharing of information and the connection of people.

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OEFFA News

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Connect with Candidates About Food and Farm Issues this Election Season
The General Election is 48 days away, and we want you to engage. Voting is one of the most vital ways we can influence our political system and help shape a better world. Those in the […]
Member Spotlight: TOPP Mentorship
Originally published in the Spring 2026 edition of the OEFFA newsletter. Renee Ramunni and Teresa Mitchell are surprisingly similar. They are both approaching their 70th birthdays, have families with biological and adopted children of similar ages, […]
Resources for Farmers: Ways to Stay Updated
In the food and farming world, it can be hard to stay on top of a constantly evolving landscape of events, resources, program deadlines, and policy alerts. Fortunately, there are several free email lists and other […]
OEFFA Applauds Bipartisan Bill to Support Domestic Organic Farmers, Promote Organic Integrity
On June 24, 2026, Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) and Congressman Zach Nunn (IA-03) introduced the Organic Imports Verification Act (OIVA). The bipartisan bill would safeguard domestic organic producers and consumers from fraudulent organic imports. By centering […]

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	1 event 1 1 event, 1 2026-09-01 Cover Crops and Soil Health Cover Crops and Soil Health September 1 Cover Crops and Soil Health More information about this event will be released soon. This event is hosted by the Ohio No-Till Council and The Nature Conservancy (TNC). TNC is a nonprofit committed to protecting the lands and waters upon which all life depends. They take steps to increase the adoption of properly implemented regenerative agriculture practices that increase soil health and farm resilience. Each of these TNC events reflect this educational focus on soil health. Visit nature.org/ohioag to connect with the TNC Ohio agriculture team, learn more about these events, and join their monthly newsletter.	0 events 2 0 events, 2	0 events 3 0 events, 3	0 events 4 0 events, 4	1 event 5 1 event, 5 10:00 am - 12:00 pm OEFFA Lake Effect Chapter: Urban Homestead Tour September 5 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm OEFFA Lake Effect Chapter: Urban Homestead Tour What can you accomplish on just half an acre? Join OEFFA's Lake Effect Chapter on a tour of this compact homestead that proves that small scale doesn't mean small impact, weaving together pollinator beds, vegetable gardens, and a dedicated fruit production area, with herbs tucked in throughout the landscape. A small flock of chickens rounds out the homestead, contributing to both food production and closed-loop fertility. With 950 gallons of water storage on site for irrigation and solar-powered drip irrigation currently in development, this homestead is a working example of resilient, resource-conscious design. Visitors will see firsthand how a small land holding can adapt quickly to a changing climate, offering practical, scalable ideas for anyone looking to grow more with less space. Please plan to park across the street at the cemetery. No RSVP or registration required. The tour will take place rain or shine.	0 events 6 0 events, 6
0 events 7 0 events, 7	1 event 8 1 event, 8 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm High Tunnel Tomato Growing September 8 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm High Tunnel Tomato Growing The Midwest Vegetable Growers Network (MVEG) is putting on a late-season field day series offering in-depth expertise in a hands-on approach from farmer peers, paired with local farmer educators. Bay Branch Farm will share the ins and outs of Annabel and Eric's high tunnel tomato growing operation. Growing in urban spaces since 2010, Bay Branch Farm provides high quality tomatoes and other items to various markets in and around Cleveland. Dr. Matt Kleinhenz will be in attendance to share information on high tunnel management information. Register for this event here. This event is hosted by FairShare CSA Coalition. FairShare CSA Coalition builds resilient food communities throughout the Midwest by investing in farmers and empowering eaters. Through outreach and education, they are supporting thriving farms, vibrant communities, and fresh food for all. Learn more at csacoalition.org.	0 events 9 0 events, 9	0 events 10 0 events, 10	1 event 11 1 event, 11 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Silvopasture Tour: Krusling Farm September 11 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Silvopasture Tour: Krusling Farm Learn about silvopasture on a pastured sheep operation in Athens County! This silvopasture tour will take place at Krusling Farm where the Krusling family raises 400 hair sheep on 90 acres of fescue clover pasture, plus 50 acres of rented ground for grazing annuals and 35 acres of unreclaimed limestone gravel mine which is in the process of being converted to natives for grazing. Learn more and register here. $10	1 event 12 1 event, 12 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Inside the Market Garden Tour September 12 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Inside the Market Garden Tour Fifteen seasons ago, Farmer Stephen fell in love with the idea that healthy soil grows healthy communities. Today, Green Table Gardens is living proof. Certified organic since 2022, Green Table Gardens is a no-till market farm built on compost, living soil, and a commitment to growing the most nutritious produce possible for the people Stephen knows by name. Now, he's inviting you in for a tour of the farm and a look at the full story of how it got here. This isn't just a garden walk. Stephen is opening the financial records of Green Table Gardens and sharing five years of growth charts, revenue reports, and real operational data so you can see exactly what it looks like to grow a small organic farm into an efficient, thriving business. Come walk the rows, ask your questions, and leave with a genuine understanding of what sustainable, profitable organic farming looks like from the inside. Register for this free tour here. This event is a part of the 2026 OEFFA Farm Tour Series.	0 events 13 0 events, 13
0 events 14 0 events, 14	0 events 15 0 events, 15	1 event 16 1 event, 16 2026-09-16 Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day September 16 Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day Managing weeds can be the top challenge for organic farmers. The 9th Annual Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day is partnering with Michigan State University to host at MSU's Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center. This field day is the place to see weeding tools of all scales demonstrated in the field, where farmers can learn from company reps and farmers from around the region. Discover the latest in mechanical weed control for row crop, vegetables, flowers, and orchard/fruit, and learn from quality field demos of weeding tools of all scales from camera-guided, to autonomous robots, to cultivating tractors and the finest hand tools. Learn more and register here.	1 event 17 1 event, 17 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Policy and Pints: Dayton September 17 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Policy and Pints: Dayton Policy and Pints is a series of fun social events with OEFFA Policy’s team, offering a chance to network with food and farm policy leaders from across the state. Learn about the work they do to advance state and federal policy, hear about opportunities to plug into advocacy efforts, and engage with other changemakers. Connect with other advocates at each event and join a fun game of bingo for a chance to win a local product prize! A portion of purchases at each event will be donated to OEFFA. Dayton—Thursday, September 17, 5-8 p.m. at Eudora Brewing Company, 3022 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45429. Parking can be limited. Visit eudorabrewing.com/faq for parking information and alternatives. These free events are open to anyone interested in sustainable and organic agriculture and getting involved in policy advocacy. To learn more about OEFFA Policy’s events and work, visit action.oeffa.org, follow @oeffapolicy on Instagram, and reach out to policy@oeffa.org. This event is a part of the 2026 OEFFA Farm Tour Series. No pre-registration required.	1 event 18 1 event, 18 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 20th Annual Stinner Summit September 18 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 20th Annual Stinner Summit Whether from dwindling supplies, international turmoil, or regulations, we can expect fossil fuel prices to remain turbulent and high—along with the many basic farm inputs derived from petroleum. Farm operators have no choice but to absorb these price increases. Or do they? The Ohio State University’s Agroecosystem Management Program (AMP) invites farmers, policy makers, educators, food processors and distributors, researchers, and non-profits to join us for an all-day event on September 18. At the 20th annual Stinner Summit, attendees will brainstorm, discuss, and prioritize projects that could reduce our farming systems’ dependence on fossil fuel-based inputs. The Summit process invites people from different backgrounds to share their ideas and experiences. Farmers and others are responding to high fuel and input prices in many ways – including agroecological and regenerative approaches that reduce the need for inputs, alternative fuels and energy sources, and more energy efficient local food supply chains. Together we will discuss the pros and cons of strategies and projects that can be supported by the Stinner endowment. The event is free but pre-registration will be required. More information will be available at amp.osu.edu/collaboration/annual-stinner-summit.	1 event 19 1 event, 19 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Urban Food Forest Tour September 19 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Urban Food Forest Tour Warmke Farm's (Annie Warmke farmer) urban food forest project has not only planted up a food forest garden (for propagation stock) on one lot, but is in the process of planting five other properties. This is all on the same small two streets known as Historic Phillips Subdivision, an evolving neighborhood that’s been around since 1896. The tour will begin at Warmke Farm, go on a walk to see neighborhood forest sites, and return to the farm for tea and plant propagation demos. Register for this free tour here. This event is a part of the 2026 OEFFA Farm Tour Series.	0 events 20 0 events, 20
0 events 21 0 events, 21	0 events 22 0 events, 22	0 events 23 0 events, 23	0 events 24 0 events, 24	1 event 25 1 event, 25 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Field Day: Route 9 Cooperative September 25 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Field Day: Route 9 Cooperative Learn about the cultivation and processing of chestnuts and acorns! Curious about perennial agriculture? Interested in growing and processing nuts? Join this field day to see a chestnut orchard in person, tour a processing facility, and learn about how the individuals at Route 9 Cooperative are making value-added flours from chestnuts and acorns. Learn more and register here. $10	0 events 26 0 events, 26	1 event 27 1 event, 27 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Foraged and Sown Farm Tour: Bulk Herbs, Tea Blends, Culinary Salts, and Preserves September 27 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Foraged and Sown Farm Tour: Bulk Herbs, Tea Blends, Culinary Salts, and Preserves Explore the fields and processing facility of Foraged and Sown with Common Greens. Foraged and Sown has been certified organic by OEFFA since 2017 for both their fresh produce and seedlings, and as an organic handler for their farm-produced teas blends and salts. Foraged and Sown has grown herbs, vegetables, and berries on multiple growing sites around Central Ohio starting in 2015. In 2020, they added a larger farm and production site in West Jefferson. Their dual focus on cultivated and foraged produce encompasses a broad range of herbs, fruits, greens, and roots. This event is hosted by Common Greens. Common Greens works every day in service to its mission: to build vibrant and inclusive marketplaces where food producers earn a decent living, farmland is kept in sustainable production, and everyone has access to healthy local foods. Join them weekly in season at the Clintonville, Bexley, Upper Arlington, and Downtown (Columbus) Farmers' Markets. Learn more at commongreensohio.org.
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