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Erik Oberholtzer Appointed to Board of Directors of the Rodale Institute
Berholtzer is committed to using his national and international relationships to support the Institute’s growth and mission and has been instrumental in securing connections with international organizations including Crop Trust, Habitas, and the Assemblage, among others.
FFAR Awards Matching Funds for OFRF's 2019 Research Grants
OFRF’s research program got a big boost thanks to a matching grant from the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR). The $66,000 match will be used to support OFRF’s 2019 organic research grant awards related to soil health, including carbon sequestration, reduced tillage systems, and fertility management focused on reducing environmental impacts and improving soil health.
2019 New Mexico Organic Farming Conference Provides Opportunity to Learn and Connect
Are you interested in the art of organic production? Whether you are an experienced farmer, a back-yard grower or a curious consumer, the New Mexico Organic Farming Conference will provide you with the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge on topics ranging from water conservation to new and exciting ideas in the realm of organic farming.
Organic Farming on the Rise in the US
There were more than 14,000 certified organic farms in the United States in 2016, according to the latest available data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. This represents a 56% increase from 2011, the earliest comparable year.
Legal Action to Prohibit Hydroponic operations from Organic Label in US
The Center for Food Safety (CFS) filed a new legal action demanding the Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibit hydroponic operations from the Organic label.
