Tag: organic farming
Organic strawberries are often profitable, but risky
Report shows the challenges and opportunities of growing organic strawberries.
Ohio’s organic farming operations are largely halted by weather
In order to keep crops alive, farmers have to use organic chemicals and certain pesticides.
OEFFA workshops help promote farmer skills
With more than 100 workshops, OEFFA conference offers something for everyone.
Guebert tells OEFFA members ‘big ag’ is unsustainable
Sustainable farming advocate calls out 'big ag' at Ohio farming conference.
Mid-Ohio Growers Meeting offers practical, profitable approach
Despite inclement weather, growers came from across Ohio and other states to brush up on their growing and marketing skills.
New York organic program offering winter updates
NY organic program sets winter meetings for Jan 13, Feb 10, March 10.
Homegrown By Heroes: Growing support for veteran farmers
When Dawn and Lee Lichtenwalner left Las Vegas in 2008 to take up permanent residence at their 11-acre Leetonia, Ohio, vacation property, turning it into a full-time farming operation was not part of the plan. Earlier this month, their Dandelion Lane Farm became the first in Ohio recognized by the national Homegrown by Heroes program.
Ohio State to host Organic Animal Health symposium
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Two Ohio State University programs will host an Organic Animal Health Symposium on March 18 in Columbus.The event's focus will be...
Mix-and-match cover cropping can optimize organic production
WASHINGTON -- Farmers can fine-tune their use of cover crops to help manage costs and maximize benefits in commercial organic production systems, according to...
