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OrganicHandlers.org provides practical education for organic and transitioning handlers and processors. Find trusted information to expand your knowledge around critical topics in organic such as inspections, supplier management, and day-to-day compliance — all in one place.

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At the Organic Career Network, we believe organic agriculture is more than a career—it’s a movement toward a sustainable future. Our mission is to connect passionate students to meaningful opportunities in the organic sector through paid internships, career resources, and community support.
Whether you’re just beginning to explore careers in organic agriculture or looking to take the next step in your journey, OCN is here to guide you. From on-the-ground farming to policy, research, and education, organic agriculture offers a wide range of pathways to make a lasting impact.

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The Organic Farming Research Foundation&#8217;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.

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Organic farmers and those transitioning and interested in organic can use OFA’s new National Organic Farming Education Network resource to access educational events that best fit their learning journey regardless of location.

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Explore the Organic Farming Research Foundation&#8217;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.

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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

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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.

Join us for the Organic Farming Research Foundation&#8217;s &#8220;Seeds of Success&#8221; events, where farmers come together in virtual, informal networking sessions to share their challenges and successes. Engage in open and interactive conversations.

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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.

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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.

The Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems at Arizona State University is leading the nation’s TOPP data collection and monitoring efforts to capture and describe the magnitude of the program’s impact. Alongside TOPP partners, we are showcasing the program’s ability to increase the domestic USDA Certified organic supply and uphold consumer trust in the high standards of the USDA Organic label.

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