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SUMMARY:2026 Indiana Farmers Union Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join family farmers and ranchers from across the state in Lafayette\, IN\, for a day of meaningful fellowship\, thoughtful policy conversations\, and inspiring speakers. 2025 brought plenty of challenges: a new administration and policy landscape\, trade disruptions\, rising costs\, economic uncertainty\, and more. This year’s annual meeting is a time to meet the moment\, find strength through connection\, and prepare for another year of fighting for family agriculture. This event will feature presentations focused on issues facing farmers and rural communities\, as well as an opportunity for attendees to network with peers. Farmers Union members will be invited to participate in the policy debate. \nLearn more and register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/2026-indiana-farmers-union-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Ripple & Company\, 1007 Main St\, Lafayette\, IN\, 47901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260123T211316Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Saturdays at Agraria
DESCRIPTION:Miami Valley Seed Commons is partnering with Agraria Farm for Seed Saturdays. Guests can learn about Agraria Farm’s growing plans for this year and discover how to start their own garden. \nThis series provides opportunities for folks to learn about indoor seed starting\, crop and companion planning\, and access free seeds. They will be hosting open office hours from 10 a.m.-noon with ongoing activities during those times. Meet in the Agraria office\, 131 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs Road\, and take a walk between the hoop house and kitchen garden as weather permits. \nNo registration is required\, and there are no costs.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/seed-saturdays-at-agraria/2026-02-07/
LOCATION:Agraria Center for Regenerative Practice\, 131 E Dayton Yellow Springs Road\, Yellow Springs\, 45387\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Agraria":MAILTO:tstuart@agrariacenter.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTSTAMP:20251218T185639Z
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SUMMARY:2026 OEFFA Conference: Finding Common Ground
DESCRIPTION:Join OEFFA February 13-15\, 2026\, at Cherry Valley Hotel in Newark\, Ohio\, for the 47th annual OEFFA conference: Finding Common Ground. \nThis conference is full of learning\, sharing\, and connecting with sustainable farmers\, gardeners\, and local food supporters. It offers four 5-hour Food and Farm School classes\, 15 educational workshops\, and a number of social activities\, including an open mic night and film screening. \nLearn more at conference.oeffa.org.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/2026-oeffa-conference-finding-common-ground/
LOCATION:Cherry Valley Hotel & Ohio Event Center\, 2299 Cherry Valley Road SE\, Newark\, 43055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260123T211316Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Saturdays at Agraria
DESCRIPTION:Miami Valley Seed Commons is partnering with Agraria Farm for Seed Saturdays. Guests can learn about Agraria Farm’s growing plans for this year and discover how to start their own garden. \nThis series provides opportunities for folks to learn about indoor seed starting\, crop and companion planning\, and access free seeds. They will be hosting open office hours from 10 a.m.-noon with ongoing activities during those times. Meet in the Agraria office\, 131 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs Road\, and take a walk between the hoop house and kitchen garden as weather permits. \nNo registration is required\, and there are no costs.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/seed-saturdays-at-agraria/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:Agraria Center for Regenerative Practice\, 131 E Dayton Yellow Springs Road\, Yellow Springs\, 45387\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Agraria":MAILTO:tstuart@agrariacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20251009T142621Z
CREATED:20251009T142621Z
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SUMMARY:A Model for Farmland Transition: Farmland Commons
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nLearn more and register for each session below. \n 
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/a-model-for-farmland-transition-farmland-commons/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Farmers Land Trust":MAILTO:info@thefarmerslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260123T211316Z
CREATED:20260123T211316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T211316Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Saturdays at Agraria
DESCRIPTION:Miami Valley Seed Commons is partnering with Agraria Farm for Seed Saturdays. Guests can learn about Agraria Farm’s growing plans for this year and discover how to start their own garden. \nThis series provides opportunities for folks to learn about indoor seed starting\, crop and companion planning\, and access free seeds. They will be hosting open office hours from 10 a.m.-noon with ongoing activities during those times. Meet in the Agraria office\, 131 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs Road\, and take a walk between the hoop house and kitchen garden as weather permits. \nNo registration is required\, and there are no costs.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/seed-saturdays-at-agraria/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Agraria Center for Regenerative Practice\, 131 E Dayton Yellow Springs Road\, Yellow Springs\, 45387\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Agraria":MAILTO:tstuart@agrariacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T113000
DTSTAMP:20260223T142331Z
CREATED:20260223T142331Z
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SUMMARY:H-2A and Your Ag Business: Legal and Ethical Considerations
DESCRIPTION:As 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. \nLearn more and register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/h-2a-and-your-ag-business-legal-and-ethical-considerations/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Farm Commons":MAILTO:info@farmcommons.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260123T211316Z
CREATED:20260123T211316Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Saturdays at Agraria
DESCRIPTION:Miami Valley Seed Commons is partnering with Agraria Farm for Seed Saturdays. Guests can learn about Agraria Farm’s growing plans for this year and discover how to start their own garden. \nThis series provides opportunities for folks to learn about indoor seed starting\, crop and companion planning\, and access free seeds. They will be hosting open office hours from 10 a.m.-noon with ongoing activities during those times. Meet in the Agraria office\, 131 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs Road\, and take a walk between the hoop house and kitchen garden as weather permits. \nNo registration is required\, and there are no costs.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/seed-saturdays-at-agraria/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:Agraria Center for Regenerative Practice\, 131 E Dayton Yellow Springs Road\, Yellow Springs\, 45387\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Agraria":MAILTO:tstuart@agrariacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260123T211316Z
CREATED:20260123T211316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T211316Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Saturdays at Agraria
DESCRIPTION:Miami Valley Seed Commons is partnering with Agraria Farm for Seed Saturdays. Guests can learn about Agraria Farm’s growing plans for this year and discover how to start their own garden. \nThis series provides opportunities for folks to learn about indoor seed starting\, crop and companion planning\, and access free seeds. They will be hosting open office hours from 10 a.m.-noon with ongoing activities during those times. Meet in the Agraria office\, 131 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs Road\, and take a walk between the hoop house and kitchen garden as weather permits. \nNo registration is required\, and there are no costs.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/seed-saturdays-at-agraria/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:Agraria Center for Regenerative Practice\, 131 E Dayton Yellow Springs Road\, Yellow Springs\, 45387\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Agraria":MAILTO:tstuart@agrariacenter.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260317
DTSTAMP:20260223T145332Z
CREATED:20260223T145332Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Mid-Atlantic Grain Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Mid?Atlantic Grain Fair and Grain Conference is a two-day event bringing together farmers\, millers\, bakers\, brewers\, distillers\, researchers\, and grain enthusiasts to learn\, connect\, and celebrate local grains. Highlights include: \n\nPre conference grain fair (March 15): A free\, family friendly celebration of local grains with demos\, hands-on activities\, and local vendors.\nConference sessions (March 16): Explore regenerative agriculture\, milling\, baking\, brewing\, and market trends with opportunities to learn from regional experts.\nChildren’s program and TA zone: Fun grain-themed activities for kids and one-on-one expert guidance for attendees.\nGrain-to-glass tasting: Celebrate the flavors of local grains in beers\, spirits\, teas\, and more.\n\nLearn more and register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/2026-mid-atlantic-grain-conference/
LOCATION:Penn State Great Valley Conference Center\, 30 Swedesford Rd\, Malvern\, PA\, 19355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Common Grain Alliance":MAILTO:hello@commongrainalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T200000
DTSTAMP:20251009T142621Z
CREATED:20251009T142621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T142621Z
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SUMMARY:A Model for Farmland Transition: Farmland Commons
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nLearn more and register for each session below. \n 
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/a-model-for-farmland-transition-farmland-commons/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Farmers Land Trust":MAILTO:info@thefarmerslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T203403Z
CREATED:20260408T203403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T203403Z
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SUMMARY:Economic Benefits of Renewable Energy Projects
DESCRIPTION:Join Farm-To-Power and expert panelists as they discuss the economic benefits of renewable energy projects. Hear from a former county commissioner on the community economic benefits\, a renewable energy coordinator from a workers’ union on the workforce development benefits\, and an Ohio farmer with a solar lease on the personal financial benefits that renewable energy projects can bring. \nThis event is open to the public. Drinks and light refreshments will be provided. \nRegister here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftkjfSnDgsnGzCuvb6UOF7pJB7463BFDKT_EpTmDiPGPSD5Q/viewform \nPANELISTS: \n\nTony Zartman | OHCEF Director of Programs & Operations and Former Paulding Co. Commissioner\nJeremy Welch | CMRCC Renewable Energy Coordinator\nRobert Suver | Ohio Soybean Farmer and USSEC and Ohio Soybean Council Representative
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/economic-benefits-of-renewable-energy-projects/
LOCATION:Roseto Event Venue\, 23 N Main St\, Mansfield\, 44902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Farm-To-Power":MAILTO:info@farmtopower.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260310T175144Z
CREATED:20260310T125625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T175144Z
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SUMMARY:OEFFA Lake Effect Chapter: Farm Tour and Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Join a farm tour and potluck with OEFFA’s Lake Effect Chapter at A’s and O’s Farm in Mentor\, Ohio! \nThis year’s tour will be at the farm’s “home” field instead of its Lake Shore Blvd. field. This will allow everyone to join a potluck lunch right after the tour\, so please bring a dish to share. The farm tour will run from 10 a.m. to noon\, with the potluck happening from noon to 2 p.m. \nThe home field features a 16 x 44 foot polyhouse\, solar water pumping\, an 8000-watt solar array for the home\, a small no-till vegetable garden\, a small blueberry bush field (they sell the bushes\, not the fruit!)\, and their signature crop: pawpaw trees! Built into the back of the garage\, the farm has a small organic food co-op that sells organic food from three sources: local organic farms when available\, bulk organic produce from the Cleveland Food terminal\, and a buying club that purchases bulk grains\, seeds\, fruits\, and dry goods every month. \nThey will demonstrate planting and tree digging techniques\, and hopefully you will have some of your own experiences\, methods\, and thoughts on small-scale agriculture to share with everyone. \nThis event is happening rain or shine on Saturday\, April 25 at 5947 Hopkins Rd.\, Mentor\, OH\, 44060. \nContact Tom Rapini at (440) 257-2673 (landline) or tomrapini@gmail.com with questions.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/oeffa-lake-effect-chapter-farm-tour-2/
LOCATION:A’s and O’s Farm\, 5947 Hopkins Rd.\, Mentor\, OH\, 44060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Farm Tour,OEFFA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20251009T142621Z
CREATED:20251009T142621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T142621Z
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SUMMARY:A Model for Farmland Transition: Farmland Commons
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nLearn more and register for each session below. \n 
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/a-model-for-farmland-transition-farmland-commons/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Farmers Land Trust":MAILTO:info@thefarmerslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T140111Z
CREATED:20260428T140055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T140111Z
UID:10000499-1777575600-1777579200@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:An Overview of Direct to Consumer Farm Sales Options
DESCRIPTION:Are 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. \nRegister for this free webinar at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/an-overview-of-direct-to-consumer-farm-sales-options/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T131433Z
CREATED:20260506T131433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T131433Z
UID:10000513-1778180400-1778184000@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:OOFRN Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Got a research question? An idea you’d like to run past someone? Looking for a place to have a research discussion with others? Join the Ohio Organic Farmer Researcher Network (OOFRN) for virtual office hours. They can set up a private discussion room or just have a general chat. \nThe Ohio Organic Farmer Researcher Network\, a collaborative effort between OEFFA\, Central State\, and Ohio State.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/oofrn-office-hours/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Listening Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="OOFRN":MAILTO:brown.1844@osu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T121254Z
CREATED:20260409T121254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T121254Z
UID:10000483-1779184800-1779210000@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Soil Health Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:If you care about healthy soil\, we invite you to make your voice heard! Join OEFFA Policy on Tuesday\, May 19\, at 10 a.m. for our third-annual Soil Health Advocacy Day. This full-day event at the Ohio Capitol will start with advocacy training\, move to meetings with your state legislators\, and end with an optional group debrief and happy hour at Jackie O’s On Fourth. \nWe’ll be educating our legislators on soil health and advocating for their support of soil health policies. All registrants will receive information to help them schedule meetings with their legislators. \nA light breakfast and complimentary lunch will be included in your registration. Support for parking costs is also available for attendees. Spots are limited\, so if you are unable to attend\, please let us know ASAP so we can involve another advocate. Register here by Friday\, May 1.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/soil-health-advocacy-day/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA Policy":MAILTO:policy@oeffa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260527T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260527T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T183013Z
CREATED:20260409T182921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T183013Z
UID:10000484-1779876000-1779894000@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Crop Planning and Growing Equity Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join OEFFA and Central State University Extension at Seminary Hill Farm in Delaware\, Ohio\, for an interactive workshop on small-scale farm crop planning and growing equity\, designed specifically for beginning farmers. \nThis session will provide practical\, field-tested strategies to help you plan crops efficiently\, strengthen your market position\, and build a more equitable and resilient farm business. OEFFA Sustainable Agriculture Educator John Stock will be the keynote speaker. \nLearn more and register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/crop-planning-and-growing-equity-workshop/
LOCATION:Methodist Theological School of Ohio\, 3081 Columbus Pike\, Delaware\, 43015\, United States
CATEGORIES:OEFFA,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central State University":MAILTO:landgrantcommunications@centralstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T151121Z
CREATED:20260429T163403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T151121Z
UID:10000511-1780740000-1780747200@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Grazing Innovations and Opportunities Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Eric Grim from Grim Dairy will be sharing real\, on-the-ground insights from improving grazing practices and infrastructure on his farm. He’ll also walk through how he uses the Pasture.io management system to track cow and forage data. The tour will also discuss opportunities in the dairy industry\, like apprenticeships and internships through the Dairy Grazing Apprentice program. Whether you’ve been in dairy for years or are just getting started\, this tour is a great chance to connect\, swap ideas\, and learn something new. \nRegister for this free tour here. \nThis event is a part of the 2026 OEFFA Farm Tour Series. It is held in partnership with the Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship Program and the Ohio Organic Farmer Research Network.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/grazing-innovations-and-opportunities-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Grim Dairy\, 49300 New London Eastern Rd.\, New London\, 44851\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tours,OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T151158Z
CREATED:20260506T131551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T151158Z
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SUMMARY:OOFRN Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Got a research question? An idea you’d like to run past someone? Looking for a place to have a research discussion with others? Join the Ohio Organic Farmer Researcher Network (OOFRN) for virtual office hours. They can set up a private discussion room or just have a general chat. \nThe Ohio Organic Farmer Researcher Network\, a collaborative effort between OEFFA\, Central State\, and Ohio State.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/oofrn-office-hours-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Listening Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="OOFRN":MAILTO:brown.1844@osu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260609T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260609T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T151308Z
CREATED:20260506T132235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T151308Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Health\, Silvopasture\, and Other Grazing Adaptations
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ohio Organic Farmer Researcher Network (OOFRN) for an on-farm research seminar presented by Wayne County farmer and soil health devotee Matt Falb. Matt has a great mind for research and has partnered with several Ohio State researchers at the nearby Wooster campus and around the state and is currently on the executive board of Ohio State’s Agroecosystem Management Program. Matt has participated in several research projects to evaluate management approaches that build soil health while also improving the land\, surrounding ecosystems\, and community. He is currently exploring silvopasture establishment and the logistics of grazing cover crops on neighboring farms. Farmers\, educators\, researchers\, and students are invited to come and learn through the sharing of both experience and data. \nThis event is held at Constant Springs Farm in Orville\, Ohio. Please park at Martins Mennonite Church\, 14027 Church Road\, Orrville\, Ohio. \nSponsored by the Ohio Organic Farmer Researcher Network\, a collaborative effort between OEFFA\, Central State\, and Ohio State.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/soil-health-silvopasture-and-other-grazing-adaptations/
LOCATION:Constant Springs Farm\, 14027 Church Rd\, Orrville\, 44667\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="OOFRN":MAILTO:brown.1844@osu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180220Z
CREATED:20260422T181437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T180220Z
UID:10000496-1781103600-1781114400@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:OEFFA at Common Greens Farmers’ Markets
DESCRIPTION:OEFFA will be tabling at the Community Booth at these Common Greens farmers’ markets around Columbus. Join us on these market dates to learn more about our work while supporting local producers! \n\nUpper Arlington Farmers’ Market – Wednesday\, June 10 – 3-6 p.m. – 2151 Dorset Rd.\, Upper Arlington\, OH 43221\nBexley Farmers’ Market – Thursday\, July 9 – 4-7 p.m. – S Dawson Ave. and E Main St.\, Bexley\, OH 43209\nClintonville Farmers’ Market – Saturday\, August 22 – 9 a.m.-Noon – 3535 N High St.\, Columbus\, OH 43214\n\nLearn more about Common Greens’ farmers’ markets at commongreensohio.org.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/oeffa-at-common-greens-farmers-markets/2026-06-10/
LOCATION:Common Greens Farmers’ Markets
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market Tour,OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163134Z
CREATED:20260429T163134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T163134Z
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SUMMARY:Farmer-to-Farmer Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Paul and Fannie Mae Miller run an organic dairy in Wayne County. This tour will highlight their management and grazing systems\, and serve as a gathering for grass farmers\, aspiring graziers\, and dairy farmers. See an exemplary organic dairy farm up close and join a discussion on organic dairying and grazing in Ohio. \nRegister for this free tour here. \nThis event is a part of the 2026 OEFFA Farm Tour Series. It is held in partnership with the Rodale Institute and Propogate.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/farmer-to-farmer-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Miller Farm\, 9821 Hogback Rd.\, Fredericksburg\, 44627\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tours,OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTSTAMP:20260423T131622Z
CREATED:20260422T173229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T131622Z
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SUMMARY:New Phosphorous or Old Phosphorous? We Need to Manage Both
DESCRIPTION:More information about this event will be released soon. \nThis 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.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/new-phosphorous-or-old-phosphorous-we-need-to-manage-both/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Nature Conservancy":MAILTO:adner.boyce@tnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260622T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T193626Z
CREATED:20260609T193626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T193626Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Great Figs: A Farmer-to-Farmer Skill Share
DESCRIPTION:Figs are one of the easiest and most rewarding fruits to grow\, even in Ohio and other cold winter climates. Join this online workshop to learn about selecting varieties\, planting\, seasonal care\, winter production\, and simple propagation techniques. Participants will explore fig varieties that perform well in the Midwest and receive practical tips for growing figs in containers or in the ground. \nThis workshop will be offered three separate times on June 22 with identical content\, allowing participants to attend the session that best fits their schedule: 9 a.m.\, Noon\, and 6 p.m. \nRegister here.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/growing-great-figs-a-farmer-to-farmer-skill-share/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central State University":MAILTO:landgrantcommunications@centralstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260622T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260622T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T135437Z
CREATED:20260603T132242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T135437Z
UID:10000522-1782154800-1782158400@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:OEFFA Member Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:If you’re an OEFFA member\, you’re invited to attend our first-ever virtual town hall on Monday\, June 22 at 7 p.m. At this meeting\, OEFFA’s Executive Director and Board Chair will share updates since the OEFFA Conference in February\, including how your voice and ideas are being integrated into our work. We’ll also solicit feedback on the 2027 conference. \nPlease register here in order to receive the Zoom link to join us on June 22! \nIf you’re unsure about your OEFFA membership status\, click here or contact members@oeffa.org. If you want to join or renew\, click here.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/oeffa-member-town-hall/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260624
DTSTAMP:20260423T131805Z
CREATED:20260422T173441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T131805Z
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SUMMARY:Cover Crops and Grazing
DESCRIPTION:More information about this event will be released soon. \nThis 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.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/cover-crops-and-grazing/
LOCATION:Seneca County\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Day,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Nature Conservancy":MAILTO:adner.boyce@tnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T175219Z
CREATED:20260610T175219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T175219Z
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SUMMARY:Early Summer Lunch and Learn Series: Farmer-to-Farmer Skill Share
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nWednesday\, June 24\, 2026 | 12 p.m. – Focus: Growing Watermelon in Ohio\nFriday\, June 26\, 2026 | 12 p.m. – Focus:  Growing Okra for Market and Home Use\nMonday\, June 29\, 2026 | 12 p.m. – Focus:  Fast Growing Summer Flowers from Seed\nEach 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 \nRegister here.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/early-summer-lunch-and-learn-series-farmer-to-farmer-skill-share/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central State University":MAILTO:landgrantcommunications@centralstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T150948Z
CREATED:20260506T132704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T150948Z
UID:10000518-1782410400-1782417600@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Farminar: Regionally Adapted Seed Work
DESCRIPTION:Explore the range of ways that farmer researchers can engage in regionally adapted seed work\, from formal trials and breeding to simple selection and saving. Lindsay Klaunig of Trouvaille Farm will share past and present on-farm research as it relates to her journey in regionally adapted seed work. Brainstorm crops and varieties that are particularly in need of adaptation to our specific climate. Consider what types of trialing and other research might be needed to get started on this work. Learn methods to focus in on a particular project from start to finish. \nPlease register here. \nSponsored by the Ohio Organic Farmer Researcher Network\, a collaborative effort between OEFFA\, Central State\, and Ohio State.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/farminar-regionally-adapted-seed-work/
LOCATION:Trouvaille Farm\, 12118 Rainbow Lake Rd\, Athens\, OH\, 45701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="OOFRN":MAILTO:brown.1844@osu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T175219Z
CREATED:20260610T175219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T175219Z
UID:10000525-1782475200-1782478800@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Early Summer Lunch and Learn Series: Farmer-to-Farmer Skill Share
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nWednesday\, June 24\, 2026 | 12 p.m. – Focus: Growing Watermelon in Ohio\nFriday\, June 26\, 2026 | 12 p.m. – Focus:  Growing Okra for Market and Home Use\nMonday\, June 29\, 2026 | 12 p.m. – Focus:  Fast Growing Summer Flowers from Seed\nEach 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 \nRegister here.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/early-summer-lunch-and-learn-series-farmer-to-farmer-skill-share/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central State University":MAILTO:landgrantcommunications@centralstate.edu
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