OFA’s Farmer HelpLine is here to help farmers curious about organic, farmers transitioning to organic production, and certified organic farmers. We can talk through your options, connect you with other farmers, and guide you through the organic certification process. helpline@organicfarmersassociation.org; (833) 724-3834
Based on feedback from organic handling experts and operations, we are developing of free-to-access, comprehensive training materials and resources to support handlers in demystifying the certification process by focusing on accessible and effective trainings that cover approaches, best practices, tools, checklists, and other materials, launching in early 2025!
We are providing market development technical assistance through in-person and virtual workshops to offer tools and resources for transitioning organic producers. This work offers critical education to empower informed decision making and success in the organic marketplace, such as market requirements, dynamics, risks, and opportunities.
A nationwide calendar organized by the Organic Farmers Association (OFA) featuring online and in-person education opportunities for organic and transitioning farmers that helps facilitate more information sharing between farmers.
The National Organic Coalition convenes in-person meetings for TOPP organizational partners from across all regions. The meetings are held in connection with the Spring and Fall National Organic Standards Board Meetings.
The Organic Career Network connects students with paid internship opportunities to explore career pathways in organic agriculture.
Explore OFRF’s one-of-a-kind Organic Research Hub, a centralized resource featuring searchable, science-based, and technical materials—organized by region, production topic, and more—to help organic and transitioning farmers overcome on-farm challenges. Coming early 2025.”
OFRF’s Farmer-Led Trials Program empowers organic farmers and ranchers to conduct on-farm research tailored to their unique challenges, supporting innovation and resilience through practical, hands-on experimentation and collaboration.
The Organic Farmers Association, in partnership with other organic organizations, advocates for racial equity by promoting diverse leadership and supporting BIPOC farmers in the organic community.
Join us for OFRF’s “Seeds of Success,” where farmers come together in virtual, informal networking sessions to share their challenges and successes. Engage in open and interactive conversations.
We are creating opportunities and facilitating interactions between buyers and sellers of organic and transitional products through in-person and virtual discovery events and tools that encourage connections throughout the supply chain.
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