Food as Medicine Mini Conference
1819 Innovation Hub - University of Cincinnati 2900 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, United StatesThe Urban Farming Initiative invites you to the Food as Medicine Mini Conference, a game-changing event that's all about empowering Cincinnatians to take control of their health by understanding what happens to their bodies and minds based on the food they are eating. Who's invited to attend? Any person or organization interested in gaining confidence about their food choices in their local food economy!
Farmer Help Shop
ZoomOEFFA's team of educators is available to assist farmers at any stage of their journey. Whether you are making the switch to organic, are already certified, or have questions about sustainable agriculture practices, OEFFA can share guidance and support. Drop in virtually each month to talk to sustainable agriculture educators with your queries and questions. Click the link below to register and receive the Zoom meeting link.
Visiting Artist Talk: Ruth Burke
Hopkins Hall Room 358 128 N Noval Mall, Columbus, United StatesThe Living Art and Ecology Lab at The Ohio State University invites the general public to a visiting artist talk about work intersection of art and agriculture on Wednesday, January 29 from 4-5 p.m. Ruth Burke is an interdisciplinary artist whose socially engaged practice straddles the fields of contemporary art, human-animal studies, and agriculture. Burke’s work has focused on collaborating with animals since 2015, and her current focus is a series of large-scale native plant earthworks powered by animal traction. She is currently an Assistant Professor of Video Art in the Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts, School of Art. She also runs DAP STUDIOS LLC, an art-and-agriculture business for hire on public artworks and small scale agricultural or garden projects.
Farmers and Farmers Markets Gathering at Mid-Ohio Farm
Mid-Ohio Farm on the Hilltop 140 N Wheatland Ave, Columbus, United StatesThe aim of this gathering is for farmers and farmers market managers/participants to gather and share experiences related to the challenges and opportunities serving central Ohio communities. We will be joined by eco-activist farmer and civil rights activist Jim Embry, who will offer his own experiences speaking with folks throughout the country. This event will take place at Mid-Ohio Farm on the Hilltop on Tuesday, February 11th, from 6-7:30 p.m. This is a free event, and refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP using this form. RSVPs will be accepted in the order they are received until the event reaches capacity.
Keynote Lecture on Hip Hop and Agriculture
The Hale Center 154 W. 12th Ave, Columbus, United StatesJoin Ohio State, Slow Food Columbus, and OSU campus and community partners for Jim Embry's keynote lecture on hip hop and agriculture. Jim Embry is a lifelong civil rights activist, farmer, eco-activist, educator, social justice advocate, and public speaker. Participants are able to join in two ways: in person at 132 Hale Hall (MLK Lounge) and online. For in-person attendance, please use this RSVP form. To receive the Zoom link, please register here.
2025 OEFFA Conference
Cherry Valley Hotel & Ohio Event Center 2299 Cherry Valley Road SE, Newark, United StatesThe 46th annual OEFFA conference will take place February 13-15, 2025 in Newark, Ohio. This celebrated conference welcomes hundreds of farmers, gardeners, and food supporters to learn, shop, and connect at Ohio's largest sustainable agriculture conference. From backyard gardening to pasture management to food policy, this 3-day event covers diverse themes in organic and sustainable agriculture. Registrants enjoy dozens of workshops, hands-on demonstrations, locally-sourced meals, an exhibit hall of shops and information, and much more. Learn more at conference.oeffa.org.
Ohio State Soil Health Webinars 2025
ZoomIn this monthly series, farmers, industry, and academic experts will weigh in on practical steps to improve soil health and measure impact on crop yield and farm profitability. Please plan to join us for all four sessions! Topics and Speakers: January 16: Zooming into soil health via a producer, an educator, and a researcher lens February 13: Understanding the basics and practicalities of biologicals March 20: Comparisons of soil health tests and what they are telling us? April 10: Soil health in the urban sphere You can choose to attend one or more of the webinars. All of them will be recorded for later viewing. The link for the recording will be shared with registrants via email when it becomes available.
OEFFA Policy Film Screening Series: Organic Rising
Cherry Valley Hotel & Ohio Event Center 2299 Cherry Valley Road SE, Newark, United StatesOrganic Rising is a solutions-focused film that explores the two predominant agricultural practices in the US: conventional and organic. It works to demystify the USDA organic regulatory process and help consumers navigate America’s foodscape, while making better choices for human health and the planet. Join OEFFA Policy as we explore the many facets of our food and farming systems and hear the stories of those most intimately connected to climate problems and solutions. This film will be shown at the 2025 OEFFA Conference (conference registration not required). Registration for the film is required, but the screenings are free and open to the public. Closed captioning will be offered. Please contact us for additional accommodations and support. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgFC4_2nmI4
Farmer Help Shop
ZoomOEFFA's team of educators is available to assist farmers at any stage of their journey. Whether you are making the switch to organic, are already certified, or have questions about sustainable agriculture practices, OEFFA can share guidance and support. Drop in virtually each month to talk to sustainable agriculture educators with your queries and questions. Click the link below to register and receive the Zoom meeting link.
Soil Science Seminar Talks – Carbon Credits
Kottman Hall, Room 333 2021 Coffey Rd, Columbus, United StatesYou're invited to join upcoming talks, discussions, and a workshop hosted by the Soil Science Seminar and the Soil Water and Environmental Laboratory (SWEL). Each event in the series can be attended virtually (on Zoom) or in person. If you'd like an Outlook calendar invite to the series, reach out to bean.21@osu.edu. On February 26, join them for a discussion on carbon credits. They will have Dr. Brent Sohngen (Natural Resource & Environmental Economics) share his perspectives. When: Feb. 26 Time: 4 to 5 pm Location: Room 333, Kottman Hall or via Zoom Zoom Link: https://osu.zoom.us/j/92264076271?pwd=dE1raXdCbkRDeXFUd1dNU1Z5dHR6UT09 Meeting ID: 922 6407 6271 Password: 668411