Farm Employment Law Basics
ZoomFarm employment law feels intimidating, but with just a few key rules and operating principles, the farm or ranch business can navigate this potential minefield with confidence. With Farm Commons, learn about the fundamentals of farm employment law, including classifying workers and the obligations of every farm employer. Understand where you need to learn more and where you can sit back with confidence, no matter where you are in your farming journey. Register at the link below.
CSA and Wholesale Farm Tour with Shared Legacy Farms
Shared Legacy Farms 3701 South Schultz-Portage Road, Elmore, United StatesManaging a large CSA as well as wholesale outlets takes a great deal of organization and planning. Kurt and Corinna Bench at Shared Legacy Farms have managed to keep both outlets happy and have implemented practices over the years that keep the work streams efficient. Visit this robust multi-generational farm and see how they manage their processes and keep their customers fulfilled with a steady flow of fresh produce throughout the season. Register at the link below.
Crop and Livestock Integration Field Day
Down Home Farms 7230 Medford Road, Versailles, United StatesGreg McGlinch raises poultry and hogs, along with corn, soybeans, oats, clover, and rye on his 450-acre farm. He is one of 31 on-farm research partners focusing on the economic and environmental tradeoffs of crop and livestock integration for the last two years. Hear from project participants and the host about the approaches they have taken to crop and livestock integration, and discuss soil health and other outcomes from both farmer and researcher perspectives. *Please note this event was originally published as happening on Sunday, August 25. Wednesday, August 28 is the corrected date.
The ABC of Organic Agriculture, Chromatography, and Sustainable Livestock Management
Sobremesa Farm 4781 N Mt Gilead Rd, Bloomington, IN, United StatesJairo Restrepo will conduct an organic- regenerative focused workshop in 2024 at Sobremesa Farm in Bloomington, Indiana. Regenerative agriculture focuses on various approaches to climate resilience through conservation practices, soil regeneration, improving water retention and ultimately improving soil structure, allowing for healthier plant growth. Farmers throughout the US along with programs, supported by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), have seen the importance of employing sustainable practices on farms of various scales to mitigate the effects of climate change. Many of the practices taught at the workshop are easily applicable for various farm scales and to the home gardener. Jairo Restrepo is best known as an agronomist, agricultural engineer and worldwide lecturer, with over 40 years of experience and a trajectory that has spanned in more than 30 countries, giving workshops, conferences and private consultancies. Register at the link below.
Powdery Mildew: On-Farm Research Trials and Tribulations
ZoomThe Organic Farmer Researcher Network's September speaker will be grower and small business owner Donnetta Boykin of Endigos Herbals & Organics in Dayton. She will speak about her on-farm research on powdery mildew control alternatives–a timely topic for many of us growing squash this time of year! With the help of a SARE Farmer Rancher grant, Donee compared the effectiveness, cost, and yield impacts of several organic powdery mildew control products. Learn more and register at the link below.
Almar Orchards & Cidery Tour
Almar Orchards & Cidery 1431 Duffield Rd.,, Flushing, MI, United StatesJoin MOFFA for a tour of Almar Orchards & Cidery in Flushing, Michigan. Hear from owner about his journey from a conventional apple grower into a large-scale organic apple orchard in mid-Michigan. He’ll also share his secrets on how to successfully grow apples on a small scale. This family-friendly event will allow you to reconnect with the farm and enjoy some tasty apple products such as organic apple cider, donuts, apple cider vinegar, chewy dried apples, hard ciders, and more that can be purchased from their shop! Register at the link below.
Pastured Heritage Sheep & Wool Production
Join Cricket and Cara for a pasture walk at Ten Cat Farm with Rural Action. Meet the sheep and their guardian llamas while touring their rotational grazing areas. Afterwards, take a closer look at fleeces and yarns from the different breeds. Learn what they have learned so far about raising sheep for both quality wool as well as breeding stock and freezer lamb. They raise heritage breeds that are part of the Livestock Conservancy’s Shave ‘Em to Save ‘Em initiative and can share more about that program as well as cooperative efforts within the local Fibershed. Register at the link below.
Turning Dirt into Healthy Soil
Matt Burkholder Farm 6720 Stewart Road, Lima, United StatesRick Clark, a prominent organic no-till farmer in Indiana, will describe his operation, including the economics. Brent Nicol from The Nature Conservancy will discuss different methods of testing your soil. Rainfall Simulator and infiltration ring demos will show the value of good soil health. And learn how healthy soil contributes to healthy people with Dani Kusner. Learn more and register at the link below.
The Farm Bill: Why Is It Important for Local Farmers, Available Healthy Food, and Our Future Climate? (with OEFFA)
Athens Public Library 30 Home St., Athens, United StatesDid you know that Congress must pass a new Farm Bill soon? This legislation will set agricultural, conservation, and food assistance policy and funding priorities for the next five years. Join Earth Justice and Community Partners for an overview, analysis and discussion about the programs covered by the Bill and how we can advocate for the ones that matter the most to Southeast Ohio. Our Presenters: Milo Petruziello, Policy Director of Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association (OEFFA) Aimee Delach, Lead Policy Analyst on Climate Change for Defenders of Wildlife
Growing Equity Program
Capital One Cafe in Easton Town Center 167 Easton Town Ctr, Space A-103, Columbus, United StatesInterested in starting an urban farm? Want to resolve the food desert issues in your neighborhood? Are you already growing a vegetable garden and want to earn a few extra bucks? Join this urban agriculture business assistance program with Central State University Extension. Fall Business Series 1: Tuesday, Sep. 10 - Business Mission Vision Values Tuesday, Sep. 17 - Business Structures Tuesday, Sep. 24 - Business Planning Tuesday, Oct. 1- Business Marketing Tuesday, Oct. 8 - Business Records and Financials Tuesday, Oct. 15- Business Operations and Resources This program is free, but registration is required at the link below.