Let's Go Organic
The Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) is a network assembled by the USDA’s National Organic Program to support transitioning and organic producers with mentorship and resources.
We are six regions working together nationwide towards a common goal:
to grow the network of organic producers.
With TOPP, producers transitioning to organic will find support through the transition and certification process. Mentorship, workshops, webinars, field days, technical assistance, and other educational events will offer opportunities to learn about organic production, the certification process, market opportunities, and more.
Find your region below to learn more about mentorship, events, and resources.
Join Our Mentorship Program
The TOPP mentorship program builds connections between experienced organic producers and producers transitioning to organic, supports the transition process, and creates a stronger network of organic producers across the United States.
For Mentees
Transitioning producers gain support, guidance, and development through mentorship.
As a transitioning producer you will receive free mentorship from an experienced organic producer. Mentors and transitioning producers will work together to set goals for the mentorship year and will form a strong network of organic producers across the region.
For Mentors
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 producers who are transitioning to organic, providing them with valuable insights, practical advice, and industry best practices. Mentorship training, time, and travel are paid. All crop and livestock producers are welcome to apply!
Upcoming Events
Farmers Market Promotion Project
University of Nevada (Reno)
multiple, NV
The Farmers Market Promotion Project grant plan calls for delivering trainings for market managers regarding website marketing, social media marketing, web functionality marketing, community and media relations, and on-site marketing.
Organic Intensives Series with Michigan Organic Food and Farm Alliance (MOFFA)
Michigan Organic Food and Farm Alliance (MOFFA)
East Lansing, MI (MSU Campus: Plant and Soil Sciences Building)
Participate in one of Michigan Organic Food and Farm Alliance (MOFFA) Organic Intensives – day-long courses developed to acquire practical, first-hand information from Michigan farmers and gardeners.
For 2025, we are offering the opportunity to learn from experienced experts and producers in one of three topic areas:
- Korean Natural Farming
- Farming in a Changing Climate
- Innovative Marketing
For more information or to register: https://moffa.net/organic-intensives
NOFA New York: 43rd Annual Winter Conference
NOFA NY
7:30 am - 8:00 pm (EST) | SUNY Morrisville: Morrisville, NY
For more than four decades, the NOFA-NY Winter Conference has convened farmers, food system professionals, educators, advocates, homesteaders, and gardeners who are passionate about building a better food system. Mutual support and the generous exchange of knowledge is a hallmark of the NOFA-NY community as we remain true to our vision of a just and resilient farming system grounded in a diverse community now and for future generations.
The upcoming conference, focused on building resilience in the face of a changing climate, will feature more than 20 educational workshops and the Farmer of the Year keynote speech, a trade show, evening entertainment, and more. To learn more, please visit us at nofany.org/conference.
EcoFarm
Berkeley Food Institute
Asilomar , CA
We are taking four students with us to EcoFarm, 2025. We will be participating in the Wednesday pre conference workshop hosted by UCSC.
Featuring over 60 skill-building workshops, keynotes, pre-conference events, farm tours, seed swaps, tastings, networking, Spanish programming, and of course the EcoFarm dance!
Opportunities and Barriers To Organic Certification: Collaborative Farming Listening Session
Earthly Delights LLC
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm (PT) | Boise, ID
This listening session is presented in partnership with the Boise Farmers Market and Dry Creek Growers and will bring together growers for a festive evening of camaraderie collaboration. Topics will include opportunities and barriers to organic certification for urban and peri-urban farmers, as well as producers in other parts of the Treasure Valley.
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