UPCOMING EVENTS

Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer’s Toolkit by Rodale Institute

August 12, 2026 Tomorrow

During this Advisor Call, we’ll discuss the Toolkit’s improvements since it was first launched in December 2025 and explore how to use the toolkit to identify key market opportunities in the Midwest region, support resilient supply chains rooted in local identity, and foster stronger connections between producers, processors, and buyers.
Virtual Buyer-Seller Mixer for Organic Small & Alternative Grains

August 13, 2026

Hosted by Organic Trade Association and partners – online, free
Space is limited – register early. Deadline of July 30th.
UW Organic Research Field Day

August 18, 2026

This field day will feature tours and talks about the latest research in organic grains and forages, including methods for reducing tillage in corn and soybeans, using biocontrol agents to manage white mold in soybean, and an on-farm research project studying soil health in organic grain systems.
Wisconsin Vegetable Weed Management Intensive

August 19, 2026

Explore a range of weeding implements tailored for farms of all sizes showcased in active vegetable plots at Gwenyn Hill Organic Farm.
Midwest Kernza® Harvest Field Day

August 21, 2026

Join Michael Fields Agricultural Institute and University of Minnesota’s Forever Green Initiative with Kernza® farmers Graham Adsit, Andy Rowntree, and Dr. Nicole Tautges for a field day devoted to Kernza® harvest best management practices.
Virtual Fencing: Takeaways From Year One

September 17, 2026

Please join Iowa County Uplands Watershed Group, Michael Fields Agricultural Institute, and OGRAIN to hear insights from the first year of virtual fence trialing at Seven Seeds Organic Farm.