Let’s Grow Organic Agriculture

The Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP), assembled by the USDA’s National Organic Program, supports farms and producers in transitioning from conventional to organic with mentorship and organic farming resources.

WHAT’S NEW

Two Years of Progress: How TOPP is Growing Organic from the Ground Up

Since its launch in 2022, the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) has been strengthening organic farming communities.

This report highlights the first two years of TOPP, showcasing real stories, key partnerships, and insights on how the program supports conventional farmers and producers transitioning to organic, boosts local economies, and expands market opportunities.

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TOPP Impact Report

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Six nationwide regions working together towards a common goal: to grow the network of organic farmers producers.

With TOPP, farmers and producers interested in or transitioning from conventional to organic will find support through the transition and organic certification process.

Mentorship, organic workshops and webinars, field days, technical assistance, and other educational events offer opportunities to learn about organic farming principles, the benefits of organic production, the organic certification process, market opportunities, and more.

Find your region below to learn more about organic mentorship programs, events, and resources.

Join Our Organic Mentorship Program

The TOPP mentorship program connects you with experienced organic producers to help guide you during your transition to organic from conventional methods.

This proven program supports the transition process and creates a stronger network of organic producers across the United States.

For Mentees - Producers Transitioning To Organic

Transitioning producers gain support, guidance, and development through mentorship.

As a part of the program, conventional farms and producers changing to organic will receive free mentorship from an experienced organic producer. Mentors and transitioning producers will work together to set goals for the mentorship year, learn more about organic resources, opportunities and the certification process, and more.

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For Mentors - Help Increase Organic Practices In The U.S.

Mentors play a crucial role in helping new organic producers succeed while growing the organic movement.

As a mentor, you will have the opportunity to guide and support farms and producers who are transitioning to organic, providing them with valuable insights, practical advice, and organic industry best practices.

All organic crop and organic livestock producers are welcome to apply! Mentorship training, time, and travel are paid.

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Upcoming Events

Red Acre Center

Spring Meetups are farm tours or similar activities. At each meeting those who attend get introduced to the center and the resources that it has to offer.

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Georgia Organics, Rodale Institute, Global Growers Network, Oxford College Farm, Southeastern African American Farmers Organic Network, and Georgia Organic Peanut Association (GOPA)

9:30 am - 2:00 pm (Eastern Standard Time (EST))

In-Person

The SE TOPP Georgia Partners are excited to announce a diverse line-up of educational farmer field days in 2026. Join us across the state to explore different production practices in our “Consider This…” series.

April 16, 2026 | “Consider Organic Co-Farming Production” at Global Growers Network Rockdale Organic Co-Farm (North GA)

April 24, 2026 | “Consider Organic Medicinal Herbs” at Stellar Roots Herb Farm (Northeast GA)

May 21, 2026 | “Consider Farmer Health and Closed Loop Farming Systems” at Comfort Farms (Middle GA)

June 29, 2026 | “Consider Organic Certification on a Diversified Vegetable Farm” at Oxford College Organic Farm (North GA)

July 10, 2026 | “Consider Organic Peanuts” at Chad Heard Farms (Southwest GA)

July 24, 2026 | “Consider Pasture to Plate on an Intergenerational Family Farm” at Berry Family Farm (Southeast GA)

Learn more and register at the link below.

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California FarmLink

Online

Evaluating and Supporting Farmer, Rancher, and Fisher Clients is designed to equip participants with skills and knowledge to support clients in the agricultural or fishing industries.

Upcoming Course Details
When: Wednesdays, June 3-24, 2026

Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT on Zoom

Cost: $200 (Refundable upon course completion)

Registration Deadline: May 1, 2026

Instructor: Poppy Davis

Who should attend? Business service advisors, accountants, bookkeepers, tax preparers, lenders, and technical assistance providers, who currently work with or are interested in working with agricultural and fishing clients.

Course Topics and Overview:
– Taxes as an Evaluation Tool
– Evaluating Bookkeeping Practices
– Labor
– Insurance

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University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Burlington, VT

Convenes scholars, practitioners, and community leaders to explore pathways toward more sustainable, equitable, and regenerative food systems. The event centers on addressing structural causes of food system injustices while highlighting community-led solutions, including agroecology, food sovereignty, and cooperative models. Featuring interdisciplinary sessions and focused tracks on agroecology and ecological economics, the conference aims to foster dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaboration to advance long-term, systems-level transformation in food and agriculture.

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NOFA NJ

10:00 am - 4:00 pm (EST ) | Asbury, NJ

In-Person

Join NOFA NJ at Ironbound Farm for this intensive designed to sharpen your knowledge of Organic regulations and the certification process. Experienced Organic Certification experts Al Johnson (NOFA NJ) and Erich Bremer (NJDA) will be joined by guest speakers (including Mike Schwartz, Organic Food Incubator) to cover relevant topics for both experienced and beginner individuals.

This training will include: