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Farmer Help Shop
Farmer Help Shop
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.
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Soil Science Seminar Talks – Carbon Credits
Soil Science Seminar Talks – Carbon Credits
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. 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
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Organic Seed Usage Listening Session
Organic Seed Usage Listening Session
The USDA’s National Organic Program (NOP) requires the use of organic seed unless the seeds farmers need, including equivalent varieties, aren’t commercially available. The purpose of the current organic seed exemption is to provide a transition time for the seed industry to catch up to demand and to allow organic growers to find suitable varieties to transition to, with the goal of eventually achieving 100 percent organic seed sourcing. The allowance for non-organic seed is important for growers who lack access to appropriate organic seed for their operations. While it is no one’s intention to force organic growers to use organic seed that may not be optimal for their operations, continuous improvement in organic seed sourcing is essential to incentivizing growth in the organic seed supply and strengthening organic integrity. Certified organic producers are invited to share their thoughts in this listening session - producers’ firsthand experience is key to shaping practical policies. Farmers face real challenges in sourcing organic seed, and their input helps ensure policies support continuous improvement while remaining flexible for growers. This dialogue will guide advocacy for balanced solutions that strengthen organic integrity and the seed supply. Discussions from this listening session will help inform work with the National Organic Program (NOP) and National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) on continuous improvement of organic seed usage. Register by March 3 at the link below.
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16th Ohio Farmers Market Conference
The Ohio Farmers Market Network (OFMN) will host their 16th Ohio Farmers Market Conference, We're All Keynote Speakers: Celebrating the Value in All of Us on March 6 and 7, 2025, at the Ohio Department of Agriculture in Reynoldsburg, Ohio.
All attendees will have the opportunity to be a keynote speaker by sharing their experiences with guests of the conference. In addition, OFMN has added a “Show & Tell” activity where attendees may showcase their best methods for market operations such as token management and advertising posters. More information can be found on their website, www.ohiofarmersmarketnetwork.org.
This year’s conference will include workshops, presentations and panel discussions designed to improve and enhance Ohio’s farmers markets.
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Soil Science Seminar Talks – PFAS
Soil Science Seminar Talks – PFAS
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. If you'd like an Outlook calendar invite to the series, reach out to bean.21@osu.edu. On March 19, join them for an insightful discussion on PFAS with Dr. Nick Basta, Professor of Soil and Environmental Science and Co-Director of the Environmental Science Graduate Program. They will discuss: 1.) recently released EPA regulations on PFAS, 2.) PFAS transportation in the soil and food systems, 3.) risk assessment of PFAS and the potential impact on human consumption. When: Mar. 19 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
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Ohio State Soil Health Webinars 2025
Ohio State Soil Health Webinars 2025
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! 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.
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OEFFA Policy Film Screening Series: Farming While Black
OEFFA Policy Film Screening Series: Farming While Black
In 1910, Black farmers owned 14% of American farmland. Now, that number is below 2%. Featuring Soul Fire Farm co-founder Leah Penniman, Farming While Black examines the historical plight of America’s Black farmers and the generation reclaiming land and reconnecting with with their agricultural roots. Join OEFFA Policy and National Young Farmers Coalition 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. After some of the films, there will opportunities to keep the ideas and conversations flowing about how we can work together for policy change. Registration 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=JqMM2bKFiV8
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MVEG Farm Stress Management Cohort: Session One
MVEG Farm Stress Management Cohort: Session One
Join the Midwest Vegetable Growers Network (MVEG) and fellow vegetable farmers who will explore together how to integrate stress management practices into their unique farming operations. All sessions are held virtually from 7:30-9 p.m. ET. March 24 - Identifying and De-Mystifying Stress - What is stress and how does it manifest? Sharing stress stories: how do you recall stress affecting your farm operation? Do you have any wisdom from that experience to share? In this session we will identify how and when shows up for us throughout the season, and see what we have learned from those experiences. Register for free here.
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Supporting Your Farm Employees with Physical and Mental Disabilities: Legal Obligations for Injuries and Disabilities on the Farm
Supporting Your Farm Employees with Physical and Mental Disabilities: Legal Obligations for Injuries and Disabilities on the Farm
Do you supervise or manage employees on the farm or ranch? Do you have questions about how to support your employees with physical, mental, or cognitive disabilities? Gain practical solutions to common legal and regulatory questions with this free 90-minute webinar. The law prohibits discriminating against people with disabilities, and this webinar is designed to help you understand how to support your employees and strengthen your management skills. Bring your questions and your wisdom and gain: Practical Legal Insight: Explore your legal responsibilities to your employees with physical, mental, or cognitive limitations and learn about ways to support employees with disabilities through hiring and firing; Applicable Examples: Learn from farmer stories and examples, and discuss creative ways to accommodate employees; Proactive Action Steps: Explore how to protect your business with employment policies and insurance; Peer Learning and Q&A: Get solutions to your burning legal questions and exchange ideas with peers. Learn more and register at the link below.
Soil Science Seminar Talks – Two-hour R Workshop
Soil Science Seminar Talks – Two-hour R Workshop
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. If you'd like an Outlook calendar invite to the series, reach out to bean.21@osu.edu. On March 26, join them for a 2-hour R Workshop led by Dr. Simon Power, Visiting Professor of Restoration Ecology. This hands-on session will provide essential skills for data analysis and visualization in R, tailored for environmental and ecological applications. When: Mar. 26 Time: 4 to 6 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
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Farmer Help Shop
Farmer Help Shop
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.
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Climate Resilience on Urban Farms: Adapting to Extreme Heat
Climate Resilience on Urban Farms: Adapting to Extreme Heat
As part of their annual Adapt Your Farm to Climate Change series, CISA is presenting a webinar on how urban farms can adapt their growing practices to increased and prolonged heat events. In partnership with UMASS Urban Agriculture staff and featuring a panel of urban growers, the webinar will focus on how growing practices are being adapted, how other tools like green infrastructure are being used to increase vegetative cover and conserve water, and how to reduce heat stress on workers and the public that may visit sites. The webinar will also provide an opportunity for participants to share best practices, and discuss challenges and potential solutions.