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  • Drought Community Conversation

    Zoom

    Drought conditions? Beyond frustrated? Stressed? You’re not alone. On Thursday, October 17 at 2 p.m., OEFFA is hosting a virtual Drought Community Conversation. This will be a space for farmers to discuss the challenges they are facing, ask questions, and share ideas. Together, we can reflect on the challenges we’ve faced this season and consider solutions for the future. OEFFA’s John Stock will facilitate this conversation with those who are currently battling drought conditions. Other agricultural service providers and educators will be present to hear what is happening on the farming front-line, as well as to offer resources and feedback. These include: Matt Kleski – Ohio FSA: Production Adjustment, Compliance and Risk Management Programs Dr. Stephanie Karhoff – State Climate Office of Ohio Nathan Brown – Grain farmer and mental health advocate Bridget Britton, MSW, LSW – OSU Behavioral Health Field Specialist, Agriculture and Natural Resources Register for free here. 

  • 2024 Green Teen Alliance Conference

    The Wells Barn - Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens 1777 E Broad St, Columbus, United States

    This exciting event brings together partners dedicated to supporting teens and tweens (grades 6-12) in urban agriculture with interests in environmental careers, food systems, horticulture, and sustainability. Attendees will enjoy a day filled with career exploration, and engaging panels featuring students, educators, and environmental professionals. Don't miss this chance to connect and grow! Attendance is free with pre-registration.

  • Ohio State West Fest: West Campus Science & Sustainability Festival

    Ohio State University 1059 Carmack Road, Columbus, United States

    In its 8th year, this event features interactive STEM-related activities at various booths and behind-the-scenes tours of Ohio State research facilities, along with food trucks, prizes, and other fun family activities. Visit u.osu.edu/stemimpact/westfest for more information, including event sites and parking options.

  • Farmer Help Shop

    Farmer Help Shop

    Zoom

    OEFFA'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.

  • 2024 OEFFA Farm Tour and Workshop Series

    Cooperative Farming Learning Series

    Zoom

    Cooperatives do business differently—they are member-owned and controlled businesses that share profits and other benefits with users based on principles like self-help and equity. The model has long been applied in agriculture. Learn about the cooperative business model in local food and agriculture contexts in this three-part series. Cooperation as a business model (October 21) Success as a cooperative (October 28) Cooperative farming financial considerations (November 4) Register at the link below.

  • 2024 OEFFA Farm Tour and Workshop Series

    Indigo Exploration Workshop

    Praxis Fiber Workshop 15301 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, United States

    This hands-on workshop includes a brief history of Praxis and its indigo program, a tour of the studio and garden, and the chance to dye material in several indigo and natural dye vats. Praxis Fiber Workshop will provide bandanas and fabric, but guests are also welcome to bring t-shirts or something similar for dyeing. Register at the link below.

    $50
  • 2024 OEFFA Farm Tour and Workshop Series

    Cooperative Farming Learning Series

    Zoom

    Cooperatives do business differently—they are member-owned and controlled businesses that share profits and other benefits with users based on principles like self-help and equity. The model has long been applied in agriculture. Learn about the cooperative business model in local food and agriculture contexts in this three-part series. Cooperation as a business model (October 21) Success as a cooperative (October 28) Cooperative farming financial considerations (November 4) Register at the link below.

  • Food & Farm Marketing Basics

    Meigs County Fairgrounds 41850 Fairgrounds Rd, Pomeroy, United States

    Do you feel like your food and farm business marketing is missing the mark? Improve your marketing skills and better connect with your customers in this workshop. Learn how to price your products, identify your target customer, what to do with this information, and how to ensure your brand is effectively representing your business. This hands-on workshop will enhance your marketing and give your business a boost. Click the link below to register.

  • OEFFA Market Gardening Chapter Farm Tour and Potluck

    Green Table Gardens 1469 Hook Road, Xenia, OH, United States

    Take some time to reflect on the season and connect with other market gardeners at a farm tour and potluck at Green Table Gardens in Xenia. Farmer Stephen Mackell is in his 12th year of market gardening (formerly at Mission of Mary Farm) and the 3rd year at this new site. Take a quick tour of the no-till and no tractor operation, high tunnels, caterpillar tunnels, propagation, and wash/pack. The OEFFA certification process will also be discussed as the site is certified organic through OEFFA. The tour starts at 3 p.m. with potluck dinner and discussion to follow. Please bring chairs to sit in and food to share! Bringing your own plates/utensils would also be helpful. Click the link below to join the OEFFA Market Gardening Chapter Facebook group and view this event.

  • 2024 OEFFA Farm Tour and Workshop Series

    Cooperative Farming Learning Series

    Zoom

    Cooperatives do business differently—they are member-owned and controlled businesses that share profits and other benefits with users based on principles like self-help and equity. The model has long been applied in agriculture. Learn about the cooperative business model in local food and agriculture contexts in this three-part series. Cooperation as a business model (October 21) Success as a cooperative (October 28) Cooperative farming financial considerations (November 4) Register at the link below.

  • Unlocking Local Grain Potential

    Unlocking Local Grain Potential

    Zoom

    This webinar series is intended to teach small grain-related businesses about successful strategies for working with local grains. The three sessions will cover grain testing with Hartwick College (September 10), strategies for bakers to gradually scale their use of local grains through flour blending with King Arthur Flour (October 7), and effective strategies for storytelling and marketing local grains (November 4). Learn more and register at the link below.

    $30

  • Climate Health Equity Webinar Series: Climate Change, Food Access and Health Outcomes in Greater Cincinnati

    Zoom

    The 1-hour webinar hopes to address how climate change has impacted our food access and security and effects on health outcomes in the region, and ways to address this issue not only for the individual but also on a systems change level. This event is part of the “Climate Health Equity” webinar series, which builds on a recently completed report in partnership with Scioto Analysis, “Climate Health Equity – Analyzing the Impacts of Climate Change and Health Outcomes in Greater Cincinnati.” To highlight the findings of this report and accelerate action on key related issues, Green Umbrella will also be releasing a Public Service Announcement toolkit connected to the topics covered in the webinar series. This event is the eight webinar in Green Umbrella’s “Climate Health Equity” series. which builds upon a recently completed report in partnership with Scioto Analysis, “Climate Health Equity – Analyzing the Impacts of Climate Change and Health Outcomes in Greater Cincinnati.” Speaker : Aileen Lawson - Pantry Manager, CAIN Moderated by: Bamidele Osamika, and Maddie Chera – Green Umbrella