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SUMMARY:Farmers and Farmers Markets Gathering at Mid-Ohio Farm
DESCRIPTION:The 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. \nThis 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. \nPlease RSVP using this form. RSVPs will be accepted in the order they are received until the event reaches capacity.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/farmers-and-farmers-markets-gathering-at-mid-ohio-farm/
LOCATION:Mid-Ohio Farm on the Hilltop\, 140 N Wheatland Ave\, Columbus\, 43223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Slow Food Columbus":MAILTO:markanthony@slowfoodcolumbus.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250212T120000
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SUMMARY:Keynote Lecture on Hip Hop and Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nParticipants are able to join in two ways: in person at 132 Hale Hall (MLK Lounge) and online. \nFor in-person attendance\, please use this RSVP form. \nTo receive the Zoom link\, please register here.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/keynote-lecture-on-hip-hop-and-agriculture/
LOCATION:The Hale Center\, 154 W. 12th Ave\, Columbus\, 43210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Keynote Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Slow Food Columbus":MAILTO:markanthony@slowfoodcolumbus.org
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SUMMARY:2025 OEFFA Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 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. \nLearn more at conference.oeffa.org.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/2025-oeffa-conference/
LOCATION:Cherry Valley Hotel & Ohio Event Center\, 2299 Cherry Valley Road SE\, Newark\, 43055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA":MAILTO:oeffa@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T080000
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SUMMARY:Ohio State Soil Health Webinars 2025
DESCRIPTION:In 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! \nTopics and Speakers: \n\nJanuary 16: Zooming into soil health via a producer\, an educator\, and a researcher lens\nFebruary 13: Understanding the basics and practicalities of biologicals\nMarch 20: Comparisons of soil health tests and what they are telling us?\nApril 10: Soil health in the urban sphere\n\nYou 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.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/ohio-state-soil-health-webinars-2025/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250214T193000
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SUMMARY:OEFFA Policy Film Screening Series: Organic Rising
DESCRIPTION:Organic 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. \nJoin 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). \nRegistration for the film is required\, but the screenings are free and open to the public. \nClosed captioning will be offered. Please contact us for additional accommodations and support. \n \n 
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/oeffa-policy-film-screening-series-organic-rising/
LOCATION:Cherry Valley Hotel & Ohio Event Center\, 2299 Cherry Valley Road SE\, Newark\, 43055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Screenings,OEFFA
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ORGANIZER;CN="OEFFA Policy":MAILTO:policy@oeffa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250224T150000
DTSTAMP:20241114T172235Z
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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-3/2025-02-24/
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:20250226T160000
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SUMMARY:Soil Science Seminar Talks - Carbon Credits
DESCRIPTION:You’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.  \nIf you’d like an Outlook calendar invite to the series\, reach out to bean.21@osu.edu.  \nOn February 26\, join them for a discussion on carbon credits. They will have Dr. Brent Sohngen (Natural Resource & Environmental Economics) share his perspectives.  \nWhen: Feb. 26\nTime: 4 to 5 pm\nLocation: Room 333\, Kottman Hall or via Zoom\nZoom Link: https://osu.zoom.us/j/92264076271?pwd=dE1raXdCbkRDeXFUd1dNU1Z5dHR6UT09\nMeeting ID: 922 6407 6271\nPassword: 668411
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/soil-science-seminar-talks-carbon-credits/
LOCATION:Kottman Hall\, Room 333\, 2021 Coffey Rd\, Columbus\, 43210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Webinars
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