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SUMMARY:Those Who Feed Us: An Art Exhibition Celebration Soils
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Ohio Soil Health Week\, the Living Art and Ecology Lab at The Ohio State University’s Department of Art invites you to a short\, juried exhibition seeking to appreciate those who feed us through building and maintaining our soils. Artists are invited to submit work that explores soil as community: from microbes and mycelium\, to plants and people\, and beyond. Artists working in all mediums are welcome to apply. Submissions are due by October 20th at 11:59 p.m. \nRegistration not required.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/those-who-feed-us-an-art-exhibition-celebration-soils/
LOCATION:Hopkins Hall Lobby (main floor)\, 128 North Oval Mall\, Columbus\, 43210\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emma Kline - OSU":MAILTO:kline.434@osu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T160000
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Soil Health in the Miami Valley
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate Ohio Soil Health Week with a special focus on the Miami Valley. Local organizations such as The Foodbank\, Inc.\, The Ohio State University Extension Montgomery County Office\, Central State University Extension Southwest Office\, and Five Rivers MetroParks are collaborating to provide their programs at The Foodbank’s Urban Garden. \nExploring the innovative approach to tackling hunger through soil health\, the tour of The Foodbank\, Inc.’s Urban Garden shines a light on sustainable solutions in the Dayton area. The OSU Extension’s demonstration of the Soil Moisture “Robot” and insights on interpreting soil test results lay the groundwork for understanding soil’s vital role. Further discussions with Five Rivers MetroParks delve into the potential of soils as carbon sinks\, offering a dual benefit of climate change mitigation and enhanced soil fertility\, while the compost kitchen initiative demonstrates practical steps for waste reduction and soil enrichment. CSU Extension complements this knowledge with a deep dive into the benefits of cover crops and soil biology alongside practical soil infiltration tests\, offering a holistic view of soil health. \nRegister for free here.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/celebrating-soil-health-in-the-miami-valley/
LOCATION:The Foodbank Inc.\, 56 Armor Place\, Dayton\, 45417\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Foodbank%2C Inc.":MAILTO:aheiser@thefoodbankdayton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T090000
DTSTAMP:20241024T143126Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Health Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join Licking County Soil & Water Conservation District for bacon\, eggs\, and soil health! Attendees will receive a free breakfast while learning how to use Web Soil Survey to create a personalized soil map. The hosts will share information about cover crops\, soil health\, and drought assistance programs\, and attendees will have the opportunity to take their own soil test. The meeting will provide fertilizer re-certification credit. \nNo registration required.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/soil-health-breakfast/
LOCATION:Licking County Soil & Water Conservation District\, 771 East Main Street Suite 100\, Newark\, Ohio\, 43055\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Licking County Soil & Water Conservation District":MAILTO:taylercoy@lickingswcd.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T200000
DTSTAMP:20240603T181423Z
CREATED:20240603T174928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T181423Z
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SUMMARY:The USDA and You: Conservation Programs
DESCRIPTION:Explore USDA conservation programs and the ways they can benefit farmers. This session will focus on the NRCS’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). Learn about the historic funding in the Inflation Reduction Act\, as well as how the programs work\, their impact\, and how farmers and farm advocates can influence their implementation to improve them over time. If you have used one of these programs\, or are thinking about it\, please join the conversation! \nRegister at the link below. \nThis event is a part of OEFFA’s 2024 Farm Tour and Workshop Series. Learn more at oeffa.org/farmtours.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/the-usda-and-you-conservation-programs/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:OEFFA,Online,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T130000
DTSTAMP:20241022T151414Z
CREATED:20241022T151414Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Health and Human Health: Intersection of Microbiomes
DESCRIPTION:In honor of the inaugural Ohio Soil Health Week\, the Nature Conservancy is hosting a webinar with Danielle “Dani” Kusner\, who teaches about the soil and human microbiomes at Deep Soil LLC\, empowering farmers and consumers to make choices that heal the soil and their bodies. She is a Certified Crop Advisor and expanded her expertise into human health as a Certified Terrain Advocate through The Metabolic Terrain Institute of Health. Dani earned a degree in Sustainability Studies from The University of Dayton in 2008 and since then\, has been on a journey of transforming soils and food production through people’s connection with Mother Earth. \nRegister for the free webinar here.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/soil-health-and-human-health-intersection-of-microbiomes/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Nature Conservancy":MAILTO:adner.boyce@tnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T113000
DTSTAMP:20241022T155124Z
CREATED:20241022T151056Z
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SUMMARY:Determining Biological Nitrogen Fixation in Maize Varieties in Ohio
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the first annual Ohio Soil Health Week\, participants are invited to visit a maize experiment at Waterman Farm in Columbus\, Ohio (adjacent to OSU) where different maize varieties were grown during the summer of 2024 that fix nitrogen (N) from the air\, promoted by beneficial bacteria in aerial roots with mucilage\, offsetting the need for mineral N fertilization. The Maize plots in this experiment are a great example that Improved\, Heirloom and Mexican Landrace Maize can be grown in Ohio with little nitrogen input\, providing researchers and farmers a reliable solution to decrease over-reliance on fertilizers and reduce environmental hazards on soil. \n 
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/determining-biological-nitrogen-fixation-in-maize-varieties-in-ohio/
LOCATION:Waterman Farm\, 2548 Carmack Road\, Columbus\, Ohio\, 43210
CATEGORIES:Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T093000
DTSTAMP:20241022T145957Z
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SUMMARY:Environmental Professionals Network: Inaugural Ohio Soil Health Week Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:This Environmental Professionals Network (EPN) Program brings together myriad soil science and health professionals and experts to celebrate the first annual Ohio Soil Health Week. The event includes a morning breakfast with planned talks from soil health researchers\, farm managers from across Ohio\, and representatives from OEFFA. Mainly\, the speakers will present on the theme of soil health in diverse landscapes in Ohio\, including on production agriculture fields\, gardens\, livestock grazing paddocks\, prairies and grasslands\, and lawns and landscaped areas. \nThe speakers will discuss how healthy soils hold more water\, reduce run-off\, and protect water quality. They’ll describe how healthy soil practices build soil fertility reducing the need for fertilizer and providing a positive return on investment for farmers. Additionally\, the event will educate attendants both in-person and online (through a YouTube livestream) about how healthy soil practices can sequester carbon to mitigate harmful greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change and build on-farm resilience. \nAll participants\, regardless of in-person or virtual attendance\, must register online. The cost of attendance for non-students is $25\, $5 for students\, and free for all virtual livestream participants. The price of in-person registration includes a coffee bar and a breakfast buffet.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/environmental-professionals-network-inaugural-ohio-soil-health-week-breakfast/
LOCATION:Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center\, 2201 Fred Taylor Drive\, Columbus\, 43210\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="OSU Environmental Professionals Network":MAILTO:epn@osu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241110T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241110T180000
DTSTAMP:20241003T185501Z
CREATED:20241003T185501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T185501Z
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SUMMARY:SWOEFFA Harvest Feast Potluck
DESCRIPTION:OEFFA’s Southwest Ohio Chapter\, SWOEFFA\, is hosting a Harvest Feast Potluck on Sunday\, November 10 at 4 p.m. Email Cori (email address below) for more details and to RSVP.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/swoeffa-harvest-feast-potluck/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="SWOEFFA":MAILTO:iroc1949@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241110T170000
DTSTAMP:20240603T181327Z
CREATED:20240531T181158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T181327Z
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SUMMARY:Ohio Soil Health Week Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the new Ohio Soil Health Week with a soil-focused farm tour! Martin Hollow Heritage Farm is a unique collaboration between landowner Carolyn Moore and farmer Danny Losekamp who raises cattle on the land\, with support from longtime beef grazier Jim Linne. Walk through the pastures and identify the various species of grasses and legumes\, take Brix readings\, dig up some soil for a water infiltration demonstration\, and talk about how USDA conservation programs helped fund the grazing infrastructure. \nThis event is a part of OEFFA’s 2024 Farm Tour and Workshop Series. Learn more at oeffa.org/farmtours.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/ohio-soil-health-week-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Martin Hollow Heritage Farm\, 8854 Martin Hollow Road\, Russellville\, 45168\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour,OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241110T150000
DTSTAMP:20241022T150046Z
CREATED:20241022T145423Z
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SUMMARY:Developing Regenerative Pastures and Community Connections: A Soil Health Field Demo Day in Champaign County
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the inaugural Ohio Soil Health Week with a one.two.five Benefit Corporation field day that will begin with a 90-minute field tour* with Cory Stratton\, the main farmer and co-owner of Truest Farms\, a 21-acre regenerative farm established three years ago\, focusing on poultry\, hogs\, and lambs. Then\, everyone will meet for a 90-minute field tour* with Tonni & Graham Oberly\, co-owners of Oaks & Sprouts farm. The Oberly’s grow a variety of vegetables and have a small livestock operation that includes pigs\, a cow\, goats\, and livestock guardian dogs. The Oberly’s practice minimal tillage\, use reusable landscape fabric\, and rotate livestock to improve soil health. \nIn between the two tours\, attendees will meet for lunch and conversation at In Good Taste Catering & Market in Urbana. \n*each farm tour will feature interactive\, hands-on learning and Q&A time with the farmers \nThe cost of registration is $35/person. Lunch is provided. Ridesharing/carpooling is recommended. Please see the registration form for scholarship and cost-reduced registration options.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/developing-regenerative-pastures-and-community-connections-a-soil-health-field-demo-day-in-champaign-county/
LOCATION:Truest Farms\, 7808 Ohio 161\, Mechanicsburg\, 43044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="one.two.five Benefit Corporation":MAILTO:joe@125benefit.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241116T170000
DTSTAMP:20240821T201324Z
CREATED:20240821T200821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T201324Z
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SUMMARY:Ohio Soil Health Week
DESCRIPTION:Ohio Soil Health Week provides a time and space to celebrate\, honor\, and protect Ohio’s soils. This weeklong celebration includes outreach\, education opportunities\, and events to raise awareness around Ohio’s most valuable natural resource: our soil. \nThe celebration will occur annually every second full week in November\, honoring the late David Brandt\, a sustainable agriculture trailblazer and the “Godfather of Soil Health”\, whose birthday falls that week. Ohio Soil Health Week will feature a variety of events hosted by multiple organizations and individuals around the state—all celebrating soil health. \n \nWe invite anyone who is interested in planning an Ohio Soil Health Week event to complete this form.  \nOn April 9\, 2024\, Ohio State Senator Tim Schaffer introduced Ohio Soil Health Week as an amendment to H.B. 162 to the Ohio Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee. If you would like to support this legislation with testimony\, a letter of support\, or by contacting your state representatives\, please contact OEFFA Grassroots Policy Organizer\, Lauren Hirtle\, at lauren@oeffa.org.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/ohio-soil-health-week/
CATEGORIES:OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA and the Ohio Soil Health Initiative (OSHI)":MAILTO:lauren@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T130000
DTSTAMP:20241023T163600Z
CREATED:20241023T163600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T163600Z
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SUMMARY:Ohio Organic Farmer Research Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mary Hathaway from the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) will share information about their Farmer-Led Trials program. Now in its second year of accepting proposals\, this grant program puts farmers in the driver’s seat and recognizes their wisdom\, experimentation\, and problem-solving skills. The program provides organic farmers with technical assistance and a small amount of funding to investigate and learn about solutions to their most pressing production challenges. Plan to join us and bring your questions! \nMore information: \n\nLearn about the FLT program\, last year’s recipients\, and OFRF’s work at ofrf.org/research/farmer-led-research-trials.\nOFRF will have a longer online forum about the FLT program on October 29\, featuring last year’s farmer researchers.\nApplication deadline is December 1.\n\nPast OOFRN meeting session topics and YouTube links are posted at offer.osu.edu/oofrn-events.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/ohio-organic-farmer-research-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T130000
DTSTAMP:20240924T204309Z
CREATED:20240924T204309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T204309Z
UID:10000184-1730894400-1730898000@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Climate Health Equity Webinar Series: Climate Change\, Food Access and Health Outcomes in Greater Cincinnati
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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.” \nSpeaker : Aileen Lawson – Pantry Manager\, CAIN \nModerated by: Bamidele Osamika\, and Maddie Chera – Green Umbrella
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/climate-health-equity-webinar-series-climate-change-food-access-and-health-outcomes-in-greater-cincinnati/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Umbrella":MAILTO:charlie@greenumbrella.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T193000
DTSTAMP:20240903T184655Z
CREATED:20240903T184655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T184655Z
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Local Grain Potential
DESCRIPTION: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). \nLearn more and register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/unlocking-local-grain-potential/2024-11-04/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Common Grain Alliance":MAILTO:hello@commongrainalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T170000
DTSTAMP:20240603T182415Z
CREATED:20240603T182415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T182415Z
UID:10000129-1730732400-1730739600@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Cooperative Farming Learning Series
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nCooperation as a business model (October 21)\nSuccess as a cooperative (October 28)\nCooperative farming financial considerations (November 4)\n\nRegister at the link below. \nThis event is a part of OEFFA’s 2024 Farm Tour and Workshop Series. Learn more at oeffa.org/farmtours.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/cooperative-farming-learning-series/2024-11-04/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:OEFFA,Online,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T170000
DTSTAMP:20241029T200917Z
CREATED:20241029T200304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T200917Z
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SUMMARY:OEFFA Market Gardening Chapter Farm Tour and Potluck
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/oeffa-market-gardening-chapter-farm-tour-and-potluck/
LOCATION:Green Table Gardens\, 1469 Hook Road\, Xenia\, OH\, 45385 \, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Farm Tour,OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241029T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241029T180000
DTSTAMP:20241023T163124Z
CREATED:20241023T162938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T163124Z
UID:10000206-1730214000-1730224800@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Food & Farm Marketing Basics
DESCRIPTION: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. \nClick the link below to register.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/food-farm-marketing-basics/
LOCATION:Meigs County Fairgrounds\, 41850 Fairgrounds Rd\, Pomeroy\, 45769\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241028T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241028T170000
DTSTAMP:20240603T182415Z
CREATED:20240603T182415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T182415Z
UID:10000128-1730127600-1730134800@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Cooperative Farming Learning Series
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nCooperation as a business model (October 21)\nSuccess as a cooperative (October 28)\nCooperative farming financial considerations (November 4)\n\nRegister at the link below. \nThis event is a part of OEFFA’s 2024 Farm Tour and Workshop Series. Learn more at oeffa.org/farmtours.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/cooperative-farming-learning-series/2024-10-28/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:OEFFA,Online,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241026T120000
DTSTAMP:20240603T175424Z
CREATED:20240603T175424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T175424Z
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SUMMARY:Indigo Exploration Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister at the link below. \nThis event is a part of OEFFA’s 2024 Farm Tour and Workshop Series. Learn more at oeffa.org/farmtours.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/indigo-exploration-workshop/
LOCATION:Praxis Fiber Workshop\, 15301 Waterloo Road\, Cleveland\, 44110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour,OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241021T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241021T170000
DTSTAMP:20240603T182415Z
CREATED:20240603T182415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T182415Z
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SUMMARY:Cooperative Farming Learning Series
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nCooperation as a business model (October 21)\nSuccess as a cooperative (October 28)\nCooperative farming financial considerations (November 4)\n\nRegister at the link below. \nThis event is a part of OEFFA’s 2024 Farm Tour and Workshop Series. Learn more at oeffa.org/farmtours.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/cooperative-farming-learning-series/2024-10-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:OEFFA,Online,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241021T150000
DTSTAMP:20241114T172350Z
CREATED:20240421T163156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T172350Z
UID:10000024-1729515600-1729522800@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Farmer Help Shop
DESCRIPTION: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. \nClick the link below to register and receive the Zoom meeting link.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/farmer-help-shop/2024-10-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA's Sustainable Agriculture Educators":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241019T150000
DTSTAMP:20240603T173907Z
CREATED:20240603T173907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T173907Z
UID:10000122-1729335600-1729350000@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Ohio State West Fest: West Campus Science & Sustainability Festival
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/ohio-state-west-fest-west-campus-science-sustainability-festival/
LOCATION:Ohio State University\, 1059 Carmack Road\, Columbus\, 43210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241019T163000
DTSTAMP:20240917T185940Z
CREATED:20240917T185940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T185940Z
UID:10000182-1729330200-1729355400@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:2024 Green Teen Alliance Conference
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDon’t miss this chance to connect and grow! \n\nAttendance is free with pre-registration.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/2024-green-teen-alliance-conference/
LOCATION:The Wells Barn – Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens\, 1777 E Broad St\, Columbus\, 43203\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Growing and Growth Collective":MAILTO:growingandgrowthcollective@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241017T153000
DTSTAMP:20241011T151510Z
CREATED:20241011T151412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T151510Z
UID:10000192-1729173600-1729179000@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Drought Community Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Drought conditions? Beyond frustrated? Stressed? You’re not alone. \nOn 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. \nOEFFA’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. \nThese include: \n\nMatt Kleski – Ohio FSA: Production Adjustment\, Compliance and Risk Management Programs\nDr. Stephanie Karhoff – State Climate Office of Ohio\nNathan Brown – Grain farmer and mental health advocate\nBridget Britton\, MSW\, LSW – OSU Behavioral Health Field Specialist\, Agriculture and Natural Resources\n\nRegister for free here. 
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/drought-community-conversation/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:OEFFA,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241017T133000
DTSTAMP:20241001T132320Z
CREATED:20241001T132320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T132320Z
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SUMMARY:Contemporary Differences in U.S. Farm Financial Performance By Race: Does Farm Size Matter?
DESCRIPTION:What are the similarities and differences across farms operated by producers of different races? \nThis talk—part of the 2024 CFAES DEI Speaker Series—examines whether farm financial performance differs among farms operated by White\, Black\, and Native American producers. Black and Native American farmers\, in particular\, have struggled to hold on to farmland over the last century. The talk will explore the historical context in which these farms operate and highlight observed racial differences in performance for farms that engage in beef cattle production\, an industry in which a large share of Black and Native American producers specialize. The findings will be placed in the broader context of other work examining socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. \nAbout the speaker: \nDr. LaPorchia Collins is a research agricultural economist in the Market and Trade Economics Division for the USDA\, Economic Research Service (ERS). At ERS\, she examines issues affecting the U.S. livestock\, dairy\, and poultry industries. Her research covers topics related to food security\, inequality\, and the environment. Prior to joining ERS\, Dr. Collins served as a Professor of Practice and Director of Undergraduate Studies in Economics at Tulane University. Her research has been published in high-impact\, applied economic and interdisciplinary journals such as The American Journal of Agricultural Economics\, Applied Economics Perspectives and Policy\, Empirical Economics\, and Applied Geography\, among others. She earned her doctoral degree in agricultural\, environmental\, and development economics from The Ohio State University and bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics from Southern University and A&M College.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/contemporary-differences-in-u-s-farm-financial-performance-by-race-does-farm-size-matter/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241016T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241016T143000
DTSTAMP:20240927T170829Z
CREATED:20240927T170829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T170829Z
UID:10000185-1729085400-1729089000@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:MVEG Farmer Discussion Series on Risk Management
DESCRIPTION:Join your farmer peers\, the Midwest Vegetable Growers Network (MVEG)\, and the University of Wisconsin-Extension\, to learn all about risk management courses available for farmers! \nThey’ll share about these programs\, and provide information about how your cost for participating in the courses can be covered by the MVEG Network: \n\nBecoming The Employer of Choice (BTEC): supporting humans in hired labor contexts\, establishing stronger infrastructure on farms; mix of self-study and instruction with peers; centers farmer voices as trainers; virtual delivery to national audience.\nTraining and Education for Aspiring Managers (TEAMs): supporting long-term management position development; focuses on engaging with conflict\, emotional intelligence\, delegation\, communication; delivered by staff in partnership with farm managers.\n\nPresenters: \n\nStacey Botsford (she/her) – BTEC farmer trainer; Red Door Family Farm in Athens\, WI\nKaitie Cosmos (she/they) – TEAMs farm manager trainer; California Farm & Garden in San Diego\, CA\nSarah Janes Ugoretz (she/her) – BTEC & TEAMs staff; Diversified Vegetable Educator at UW Extension Dane County & FairShare in Madison\, WI\n\nThis is a joint program of the Midwest Vegetable Growers Network\, the University of Wisconsin-Extension\, & FairShare CSA Coalition. This training is intended for both farm managers/owners & farm employees/workers. \n 
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/mveg-farmer-discussion-series-on-risk-management/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241015T193000
DTSTAMP:20240903T183711Z
CREATED:20240903T183711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T183711Z
UID:10000177-1729015200-1729020600@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Growing Equity Program
DESCRIPTION:Interested 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. \nFall Business Series 1: \n\nTuesday\, Sep. 10 – Business Mission Vision Values\nTuesday\, Sep. 17 – Business Structures\nTuesday\, Sep. 24 – Business Planning\nTuesday\, Oct. 1- Business Marketing\nTuesday\, Oct. 8 – Business Records and Financials\nTuesday\, Oct. 15- Business Operations and Resources\n\nThis program is free\, but registration is required at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/growing-equity-program/2024-10-15/
LOCATION:Capital One Cafe in Easton Town Center\, 167 Easton Town Ctr\, Space A-103\, Columbus\, 43219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central State University":MAILTO:landgrantcommunications@centralstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241014T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241014T170000
DTSTAMP:20241011T132352Z
CREATED:20240531T180935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T132352Z
UID:10000113-1728918000-1728925200@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Organic Pork and Mushrooms Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Agape Organic Farms specializes in the ethical and sustainable production of purebred Berkshire pigs and more than 28 varieties of gourmet mushrooms sold direct to consumer\, retail\, and small-scale wholesale avenues. As one of only two certified organic Black-owned farms in Michigan\, and the only Black-owned livestock farm\, Agape is dedicated to empowering and supporting Black-owned and organic farms. \nThis event is a part of OEFFA’s 2024 Farm Tour and Workshop Series. Learn more at oeffa.org/farmtours.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/organic-pork-and-mushrooms-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Agape Organic Farms\, 1905 East Dexter Trail\, Dansville\, MI\, 48819\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour,OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241012T160000
DTSTAMP:20240603T191425Z
CREATED:20240603T191425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T191425Z
UID:10000130-1728738000-1728748800@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Pitch Your Farm Dream
DESCRIPTION:A strong personal pitch can be essential for landing the land you want\, but as a new farmer\, promoting yourself can feel daunting. In this guided experience\, participants create a personal farmer pitch\, a story that highlights you as a person and as a grower. Build confidence and acquire strategies for engaging landowners or financial institutions. This workshop includes expert tips on what landowners are looking for\, and face-to-face time practicing your uniquely crafted “farm-seeker pitch.” \nRegister at the link below. \nThis event is a part of OEFFA’s 2024 Farm Tour and Workshop Series. Learn more at oeffa.org/farmtours.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/pitch-your-farm-dream/
LOCATION:Oberlin Public Library\, 65 S. Main Street\, Oberlin\, 44074\, United States
CATEGORIES:OEFFA,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241012T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241012T111500
DTSTAMP:20240421T194221Z
CREATED:20240421T112734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T194221Z
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SUMMARY:Fresh Finds Farmers Market Tours
DESCRIPTION:Join Common Greens for special market tours led by their passionate board members\, farmers\, or producers. These tours unlock the secrets behind the beloved weekly market\, offering a short history of the market and an opportunity to hear directly from some of your favorite producers. Whether you’re a seasoned market enthusiast or new to the scene\, these tours invite everyone to discover the magic that brings our vibrant markets to life.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/fresh-finds-farmers-market-tours/2024-10-12/
LOCATION:Clintonville Farmers Market\, 3535 North High St.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market Tour
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