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Transition & Succeed Program in Collaboration with Farmers Rising Non-Profit
Farmers with an interest in transitioning to organic farming have a great in=person opportunity to learn from experts during a live event — to be held November 15, 10 a.m-3 p.m. — at McHenry County College in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
Titled "Why Organic: How to Transition and Succeed," the event is presented by the college's Center for Agrarian Learning in partnership with Farmers Rising, the farmer education non-profit based in Caledonia, Illinois.
Here's how the organizers describe the event:
Whether you’re already organic, on a mission to transition, or organic-curious, this event is for you.
Learn about…
The significance of organic practices and certification
USDA certified organic processes and requirements
The impact of organic practices on soil ecology and productivity
Climate resilient practices within organic production systems
Enjoy a provided lunch with other organic producers, supporters, educators, and certifiers
Curbside Consultations with: Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association (OEFFA), Oregon Tilth, OnMark Certification Services, Midwest Organic Services Association (MOSA)
What are Curbside Consultations?
Meet with certification specialists from a range of organizations
Brief - ten to fifteen minute - meetings. Come prepared with questions!
What kind of guidance and answers can certification specialists provide?
The rules and process of organic certification
Whether a specific practice is / would be in compliance, but not how to make a practice be in compliance
How to fill out an organic system plan (OSP)
Click the button below to register.
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