Events
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From Dirt to Healthy Soil
Matt Burkholder Farm 6720 Stewart Road, Lima, United StatesJoin Matt Burkholder at his Allen County farm on August 15 for an immersive Ohio No-till Council program featuring expert soil insights, field demonstrations, and practical farmer panels. Learn from two no-till pioneers, Fred Yoder and Jim Moseley, who have influenced national farm policies for 35 years. From Dirt to Healthy Soil August 15, 2026 (Saturday) Registration $20, get $10 back - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Location: Matt Burkholder Farm, 6270 Stewart Rd., Lima, OH 45807 Supported by Cargill 9:00 Welcome. Matt Burkholder, President, Ohio No-till Council 9:05 Cover Crops Build Healthy Soils, Reducing Erosion and Dust Storms Jim Hoorman, Hoorman Soil Health Services 10:00 In the Field: 3 Stops Rainfall Simulator Demo (Preventing Soil Erosion), Matt Burkholder Cover Crop Growth Analysis, Jim Hoorman Roots Analysis (Soil Pit). George Derringer, Soil Scientist, NRCS (retired) 12:15 Lunch 1:00 Looking Back, Advancing Forward with No-till Jim Moseley, Indiana. (former Deputy Secretary, USDA) Fred Yoder, Plain City (former President, National Corn Growers, Assn.) 2:00 Farmer Panel: How to Reduce Input Costs Ted Logan, Board Member, Ohio No-Till Council Keith Dennis, Board Member, Ohio No-Till Council Jim Moseley Fred Yoder 3:00 End This 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.
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Historic No-Till Research Field Day
The Ohio State University at Wooster 1680 Madison Ave., Wooster, United StatesMore information about this event will be released soon. This 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.
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Farm Tour & Workshop: Laurel Valley Creamery
Laurel Valley Creamery 930 Laurel Rd, Gallipolis, OH, United StatesLearn from a grass-based dairy farm about small-scale dairy production and cheesemaking. Laurel Valley Creamery is a grass based sustainable producer of Jersey milk that we craft into small batches of farmstead cheese. The Nolan family specializes in naturally aged raw milk cheese in addition to making several pasteurized specialty cheeses. Learn more and register here.
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OEFFA at Common Greens Farmers’ Markets
Common Greens Farmers' MarketsOEFFA 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! Upper Arlington Farmers’ Market - Wednesday, June 10 - 3-6 p.m. - 2151 Dorset Rd., Upper Arlington, OH 43221 Bexley Farmers’ Market - Thursday, July 9 - 4-7 p.m. - S Dawson Ave. and E Main St., Bexley, OH 43209 Clintonville Farmers’ Market - Saturday, August 22 - 9 a.m.-Noon - 3535 N High St., Columbus, OH 43214 Learn more about Common Greens’ farmers’ markets at commongreensohio.org.
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Canceled Agrivoltaics: Solar and Agriculture
Madison County, Ohio Madison County, United StatesThis event has been canceled. Madison Fields Solar Project (MFSP) has become one of the first operating utility-scale solar sites to intentionally integrate forage crop production. This site includes actively testing and growing forage crops, including hay and alfalfa, along with soil health, precision agriculture, and complementary grazing between the rows of solar panels. Over the next 35-40 years, MFSP is expected to produce enough energy to power approximately 38,000 Ohio homes annually. The Ohio State University is involved in research at the site, being one of the few to receive a U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. Department of Agriculture FARMS (Foundational Agrivoltaic Research for Megawatt Scale) grant to conduct that research. Pre-registration is required for this tour. Register for this free tour here. Exact location details will be emailed to registered participants. This event is a part of the 2026 OEFFA Farm Tour Series. It is held in partnership with Farm-To-Power, Savion Renewable Energy, and The Ohio State University Extension.
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Bowyer Farm Agrivoltaics Tour
Bowyer Farm 2210 Mason Montgomery Rd., Mason, OH, United StatesBowyer Farm is home to one of the largest solar arrays in southwest Ohio. This tour will explore their 140-acre (28MW) agrivoltaic solar grazing site, where hundreds of sheep are rotationally grazed under a commercial solar array. Walk through the farm with hosts and shepherds Amanda Wilson and Brady Kirwan from Ohio Solar Grazing, where they demonstrate and discuss their role in this agrivoltaic operation. Plan to park at Bowyer Farm's pavilion at the listed address for a brief introduction to the farm. Then we will board a shuttle to travel to the nearby grazing site. The shuttle will depart the pavilion at 10:15 a.m. and return by 11:45 a.m. Please wear appropriate shoes and clothing for touring the site field. Attendance is limited to 30 people and pre-registration is required. This registration form will close on Sunday, August 23, or when spots are filled. This event is a part of the 2026 OEFFA Farm Tour Series. It is held in partnership with Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden’s Bowyer Farm, Ohio Solar Grazing, and Farm-To-Power.
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Cover Crops and Soil Health
Bellefountaine, Ohio Bellefountaine, United StatesMore information about this event will be released soon. This 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.
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OEFFA Lake Effect Chapter: Urban Homestead Tour
86 Casement Ave, Painesville, OH 44077 86 Casement Ave, Painesville, OH, United StatesWhat can you accomplish on just half an acre? Join OEFFA's Lake Effect Chapter on a tour of this compact homestead that proves that small scale doesn't mean small impact, weaving together pollinator beds, vegetable gardens, and a dedicated fruit production area, with herbs tucked in throughout the landscape. A small flock of chickens rounds out the homestead, contributing to both food production and closed-loop fertility. With 950 gallons of water storage on site for irrigation and solar-powered drip irrigation currently in development, this homestead is a working example of resilient, resource-conscious design. Visitors will see firsthand how a small land holding can adapt quickly to a changing climate, offering practical, scalable ideas for anyone looking to grow more with less space. Please plan to park across the street at the cemetery.
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High Tunnel Tomato Growing
Bay Branch Farm 3612 W 114th St., Cleveland, United StatesThe Midwest Vegetable Growers Network (MVEG) is putting on a late-season field day series offering in-depth expertise in a hands-on approach from farmer peers, paired with local farmer educators. Bay Branch Farm will share the ins and outs of Annabel and Eric's high tunnel tomato growing operation. Growing in urban spaces since 2010, Bay Branch Farm provides high quality tomatoes and other items to various markets in and around Cleveland. Dr. Matt Kleinhenz will be in attendance to share information on high tunnel management information. Register for this event here. This event is hosted by FairShare CSA Coalition. FairShare CSA Coalition builds resilient food communities throughout the Midwest by investing in farmers and empowering eaters. Through outreach and education, they are supporting thriving farms, vibrant communities, and fresh food for all. Learn more at csacoalition.org.
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Silvopasture Tour: Krusling Farm
Krusling Farm 901 Carpenter Rd, Albany, OH, United StatesLearn about silvopasture on a pastured sheep operation in Athens County! This silvopasture tour will take place at Krusling Farm where the Krusling family raises 400 hair sheep on 90 acres of fescue clover pasture, plus 50 acres of rented ground for grazing annuals and 35 acres of unreclaimed limestone gravel mine which is in the process of being converted to natives for grazing. Learn more and register here.
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Inside the Market Garden Tour
Green Table Gardens 1469 Hook Road, Xenia, OH, United StatesFifteen seasons ago, Farmer Stephen fell in love with the idea that healthy soil grows healthy communities. Today, Green Table Gardens is living proof. Certified organic since 2022, Green Table Gardens is a no-till market farm built on compost, living soil, and a commitment to growing the most nutritious produce possible for the people Stephen knows by name. Now, he's inviting you in for a tour of the farm and a look at the full story of how it got here. This isn't just a garden walk. Stephen is opening the financial records of Green Table Gardens and sharing five years of growth charts, revenue reports, and real operational data so you can see exactly what it looks like to grow a small organic farm into an efficient, thriving business. Come walk the rows, ask your questions, and leave with a genuine understanding of what sustainable, profitable organic farming looks like from the inside. Register for this free tour here. This event is a part of the 2026 OEFFA Farm Tour Series.
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Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day
Michigan State University Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center 1791 Hillandale Road, Benton Harbor, MI, United StatesManaging weeds can be the top challenge for organic farmers. The 9th Annual Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day is partnering with Michigan State University to host at MSU's Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center. This field day is the place to see weeding tools of all scales demonstrated in the field, where farmers can learn from company reps and farmers from around the region. Discover the latest in mechanical weed control for row crop, vegetables, flowers, and orchard/fruit, and learn from quality field demos of weeding tools of all scales from camera-guided, to autonomous robots, to cultivating tractors and the finest hand tools. Learn more and register here.