Farmers can use solarization to harness the sun's energy, laying clear plastic mulch on moist soil to raise temperatures that kill pests and pathogens. This factsheet provides information about the benefits and drawbacks of solarization on the farm.

This final research report from OFRF and Markisha Parker of Parker Farm highlights farmer-led research conducted to compare mulch types on tomato production on an urban farm.

Weed and fertilizer management are among the greatest challenges associated with organic corn production. Cover crop mulching is one strategy to control weeds in no-till systems. This study, conducted at several research stations across North Carolina, examined the impacts of cover crop mixture and delayed planting on weed management and corn performance in a no-till, mulched system.

This final research report from OFRF and Kay Bell of Passion Garden highlights farmer-led research conducted to investigate the effect of mesquite bean meal as a soil amendment on tomatoes.

This final research report from OFRF and Lindsay Klaunig of Trouvaille Farm highlights farmer-led research conducted to investigate the effect of shade cloth on seed pepper production.

This publication provides a comprehensive overview of organic small grain production. It covers fundamental production principles, offers tips for transitioning to organic methods, and suggests ideas for designing crop rotations.

This webinar shares findings from a three-year USDA-funded study on improving organic melon production in Maryland, focusing on yield, quality, and food safety, offering valuable insights for farmers and researchers to enhance profitability.

Nitrogen (N) management in organic production is challenging because microorganisms must mineralize organic N into plant available forms. This factsheet presents findings on how temperature, fertilizer source, and soil health affect organic fertilizer N mineralization rates.

Living mulches offer farmers a way to reduce tillage and provide weed control in organic production, but more information is needed on how to best manage living mulches to reduce competition with the cash crop. This study evaluated different management practices of a red clover living mulch in organic corn, and the resulting effects on clover growth, weed control, and corn stands and yield.

Join Dr. Brad Heins, Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota, for a webinar focusing on pasture management and forage species selection in organic dairy production systems. Dr. Heins will discuss forage quality of cool-season and warm-season grasses and present findings from a recent study on the performance of dairy cows grazing in these pasture systems.

Join Dr. Darrell Emmick's webinar to learn about behavior-based grazing management, enhancing plant-herbivore interactions for improved animal well-being, ecosystem health, and sustainable farming practices. Don't miss this opportunity to optimize your grazing strategies!

Join Dr. Jennifer MacAdam's webinar on a USDA-funded study assessing birdsfoot trefoil's impact on organic dairy production, exploring milk quality, soil health, and economic implications for transitioning from grass pastures to BFT.

Join Dr. Donald Rutz and Keith Waldron in this informative webinar on managing horn, face, and stable flies on organic dairy farms using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to safeguard animal health and improve pest control.

Join Brad Heins, Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota, for a webinar focusing on organic dairy production and out-wintering. Out-wintering involves keeping livestock outside for some or all of the winter. Learn about a study that evaluated the effect of two winter housing systems on organic dairy production, somatic cell counts (SCC), body weight, body condition scores (BCS), and dry matter intake (DMI).

Join Fay Benson, project manager of New York's Organic Dairy Initiative, for a discussion about incorporating radishes and brassicas into organic pastures. Radishes can provide two benefits to the organic dairy pasture: 1) to extend the grazing season with a high energy feedstock, and 2) to provide “bio-drills” by utilizing the tap roots of these plants to address soil compaction.

Discover dry farming techniques for the Pacific Northwest, covering site selection, tools, and seed-saving. Join experts from OSU and seasoned farmers to learn how to grow crops sustainably in arid conditions.

Join Giuseppe Colla, Associate Professor and Vegetable Physiologist at Tuscia University (Viterbo, Italy) for a webinar on biofungicides, biostimulants, and biofertilizers. Topics will include a discussion on the type of products available, an overview of recent studies evaluating product efficacy, and strategies for effective application.

Discover how mustard cover crops with high glucosinolate levels can serve as effective biofumigants, reducing pests and pathogens in crops like potatoes, peppers, and strawberries.

Discover effective strategies for managing cucurbit downy mildew on organic farms in this video. Learn about the disease caused by Pseudoperonospora cubensis and its impact on cucurbit crops.

Join corn breeders Margaret Smith and Richard Pratt in a webinar discussing various corn varieties, their characteristics, and their pros and cons.