Presenters: Dr. Angela Jackson, SDSPA Organic Transition Ag Advisor, Charlie Johnson of Johnson Farms, Carmen Fernholz, Will Ortman of Berrybrook Organic, Mike Schulist, Organic Grain Field Representative with National Farmers Organics (NFO), OFARM Steve Boyda of Central Plains Organic Farmers
Description: This webinar focuses on exploring the growing opportunities in organic specialty grains and crop markets within the Great Plains region. Designed for transitioning and aspiring organic farmers, the session will provide valuable insights into identifying and tapping into these niche markets. The webinar will feature a panel discussion with seasoned organic farmers and representatives from the Organic Farmers’ Agency for Relationship Marketing (OFARM) and NForganics. Panelists will share their experiences and strategies for successfully marketing organic specialty grains, such as heirloom varieties, ancient grains, and other high-demand crops.
Recorded: Nov. 7, 2024
Video: Identifying Organic MarketsThis recording is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP).