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SUMMARY:2026 Ohio State Organic Grains Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 4th annual Ohio State Organic Grains Conference will be at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Sandusky\, Ohio. The conference offers programming for experienced organic growers\, growers transitioning to or considering organic\, and consultants or educators who support these growers. Registration includes two days of educational programming and opportunities to network with organic farmers in the region\, as well as speakers and trade show vendors. \nLearn more and register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/2026-ohio-state-organic-grains-conference/
LOCATION:Kalahari Resorts & Conventions\, 7000 Kalahari Drive\, Sandusky\, 44870\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:2026 Organic Intensives
DESCRIPTION:This one-day\, in-depth learning experience is an opportunity to acquire practical\, detailed information with fellow Michigan farmers and gardeners. They are offering the opportunity to learn from experienced experts and producers in three topic areas: medicinal herbs\, home food gardening\, and cut flowers. \nLearn more and register at the link below. \n 
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/2026-organic-intensives/
LOCATION:Michigan State University\, Plant & Soil Sciences Building\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Why Are We Losing Organic Farms?
DESCRIPTION:Recent years have shown a net decline in certified organic crop and livestock operations\, raising important questions about farm viability and the future of the organic sector. \nJoin TOPP partners and the broader organic community on Friday\, January 16 for a data-focused virtual session examining who is exiting certification\, where these shifts are occurring\, and what the available data can—and cannot—tell us about why. Review emerging trends from the Organic Integrity Database (OID)\, identify key research gaps\, and explore how TOPP and policy strategies can help strengthen organic farm retention. \nRegister at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/why-are-we-losing-organic-farms/
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SUMMARY:A Model for Farmland Transition: Farmland Commons
DESCRIPTION:Join The Farmers Land Trust and Central State University Extension for this six-part speakers series featuring community members from the Blue Rock Station Farmland Commons. During these sessions\, they will explore the farmland commons model\, how Blue Rock Station farmers decided to used it in their farmland transition\, and more. \nLearn more and register for each session below. \n 
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/a-model-for-farmland-transition-farmland-commons/2026-01-20/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:2026 OGRAIN Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join OGRAIN for their tenth annual winter event with organic grain farmers\, researchers\, and industry experts to explore a variety of top-of-mind topics. Two full days of presentations\, roundtable discussions\, and exhibitions will be held January 23-24\, 2026\, at the Monona Terrace Convention Center in Madison\, Wisconsin. Thursday evening will feature a special session to dive into the future of organic row crops production. Friday evening will include a chance for farmers and buyers to enjoy local\, organic food and connect during a buyer/seller mixer. \nLearn more and register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/2026-ograin-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Monona Terrace\, 1 John Nolen Drive\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:2026 Indiana Farmers Union Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join family farmers and ranchers from across the state in Lafayette\, IN\, for a day of meaningful fellowship\, thoughtful policy conversations\, and inspiring speakers. 2025 brought plenty of challenges: a new administration and policy landscape\, trade disruptions\, rising costs\, economic uncertainty\, and more. This year’s annual meeting is a time to meet the moment\, find strength through connection\, and prepare for another year of fighting for family agriculture. This event will feature presentations focused on issues facing farmers and rural communities\, as well as an opportunity for attendees to network with peers. Farmers Union members will be invited to participate in the policy debate. \nLearn more and register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/2026-indiana-farmers-union-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Ripple & Company\, 1007 Main St\, Lafayette\, IN\, 47901\, United States
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