Webinars
Events
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Why Are We Losing Organic Farms?
ZoomRecent years have shown a net decline in certified organic crop and livestock operations, raising important questions about farm viability and the future of the organic sector. Join TOPP partners and the broader organic community on Friday, January 16 for a data-focused virtual session examining who is exiting certification, where these shifts are occurring, and what the available data can—and cannot—tell us about why. Review emerging trends from the Organic Integrity Database (OID), identify key research gaps, and explore how TOPP and policy strategies can help strengthen organic farm retention. Register at the link below.
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A Model for Farmland Transition: Farmland Commons
ZoomJoin The Farmers Land Trust and Central State University Extension for this six-part speakers series featuring community members from the Blue Rock Station Farmland Commons. During these sessions, they will explore the farmland commons model, how Blue Rock Station farmers decided to used it in their farmland transition, and more. Learn more and register for each session below.
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A Model for Farmland Transition: Farmland Commons
ZoomJoin The Farmers Land Trust and Central State University Extension for this six-part speakers series featuring community members from the Blue Rock Station Farmland Commons. During these sessions, they will explore the farmland commons model, how Blue Rock Station farmers decided to used it in their farmland transition, and more. Learn more and register for each session below.
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H-2A and Your Ag Business: Legal and Ethical Considerations
ZoomAs a farm business owner, you know that hiring farm employees can be tricky. And with ever-demanding operational needs, finding solutions to your workforce challenges is critical. But how do you know if the H-2A agricultural visa program may be right for you? How do you make sure that workers are being treated and paid fairly? And how can you help workers have a positive experience while they're on your farm? Join Farm Commons and Featherstone Farm for a closer look at these questions. Explore the H-2A visa program's legal and financial obligations, identify ways to mitigate any risk of human trafficking and other violations, and learn from first-hand on-farm experience with the program. Learn more and register at the link below.
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A Model for Farmland Transition: Farmland Commons
ZoomJoin The Farmers Land Trust and Central State University Extension for this six-part speakers series featuring community members from the Blue Rock Station Farmland Commons. During these sessions, they will explore the farmland commons model, how Blue Rock Station farmers decided to used it in their farmland transition, and more. Learn more and register for each session below.
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A Model for Farmland Transition: Farmland Commons
ZoomJoin The Farmers Land Trust and Central State University Extension for this six-part speakers series featuring community members from the Blue Rock Station Farmland Commons. During these sessions, they will explore the farmland commons model, how Blue Rock Station farmers decided to used it in their farmland transition, and more. Learn more and register for each session below.
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An Overview of Direct to Consumer Farm Sales Options
ZoomAre you a new farmer or looking to start selling direct to consumer? Do you want to start or improve the online sales presence for your farm? Join this webinar to learn about the different direct to consumer sales options for farms, with a focus on online sales platforms—especially Locally Grown. Register for this free webinar at the link below.
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New Phosphorous or Old Phosphorous? We Need to Manage Both
ZoomMore 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.
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Early Summer Lunch and Learn Series: Farmer-to-Farmer Skill Share
ZoomJoin Central State University and Agraria Center for Regenerative Practice for a three-part online Farmer-to-Farmer Skill Share designed for gardeners, homesteaders, and small-scale growers who want practical information they can put to use right away. Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | 12 p.m. - Focus: Growing Watermelon in Ohio Friday, June 26, 2026 | 12 p.m. - Focus: Growing Okra for Market and Home Use Monday, June 29, 2026 | 12 p.m. - Focus: Fast Growing Summer Flowers from Seed Each 60 minute session will provide practical, seasonally relevant information that you can put to use right away in your garden, farm, or community growing space Register here.
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Early Summer Lunch and Learn Series: Farmer-to-Farmer Skill Share
ZoomJoin Central State University and Agraria Center for Regenerative Practice for a three-part online Farmer-to-Farmer Skill Share designed for gardeners, homesteaders, and small-scale growers who want practical information they can put to use right away. Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | 12 p.m. - Focus: Growing Watermelon in Ohio Friday, June 26, 2026 | 12 p.m. - Focus: Growing Okra for Market and Home Use Monday, June 29, 2026 | 12 p.m. - Focus: Fast Growing Summer Flowers from Seed Each 60 minute session will provide practical, seasonally relevant information that you can put to use right away in your garden, farm, or community growing space Register here.
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Early Summer Lunch and Learn Series: Farmer-to-Farmer Skill Share
ZoomJoin Central State University and Agraria Center for Regenerative Practice for a three-part online Farmer-to-Farmer Skill Share designed for gardeners, homesteaders, and small-scale growers who want practical information they can put to use right away. Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | 12 p.m. - Focus: Growing Watermelon in Ohio Friday, June 26, 2026 | 12 p.m. - Focus: Growing Okra for Market and Home Use Monday, June 29, 2026 | 12 p.m. - Focus: Fast Growing Summer Flowers from Seed Each 60 minute session will provide practical, seasonally relevant information that you can put to use right away in your garden, farm, or community growing space Register here.
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Addressing ICE Activity in Farm Country
ZoomHow are farmers fairing in these times of stress around the things that sustain them: community, labor, and financing? So much has changed, just as the fundamental challenges of agriculture and our food system remain the same. Join Farm Commons to explore what they're seeing from the ground. This informational session will be led by Rachel Armstrong with Farm Commons. Register at the link below.