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SUMMARY:Immigration Updates for the Central Coast Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Managers and employees\, learn how to:\n* Plan and prepare\n* ​Establish private and public spaces\n* Know your constitutional rights​\n* Find professional legal advice
URL:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FXIdDHwiRPatc1KmDqOw2g
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T180000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Organic and Small Farm Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Please join CAFF\, Riverside RCD\, and Inland Empire RCD on the evening of Wednesday\, July 16th\, as we speak about the basics of Organic and Small Farm Marketing and present CCOF’s latest resource\, the “Small Organic Farmer Marketing Toolkit”. \nTopics to be discussed include\, but are not limited to\, digital marketing\, email marketing\, designing a website\, and creating a website store. The approximately one-hour presentation will be followed by 30 minutes of Q&A\, and a free dinner provided by Conchita.
URL:https://actionnetwork.org/events/understanding-organic-and-small-farm-marketing-with-caff-and-riverside-rcd?source=direct_link&#new_tab
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T163000
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DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Groundwater Panel - Center for Land Based Learning's Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for wood-fired pizza\, beverages\, and an evening of honest conversation about SGMA (the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act)\, what it means for small farms\, and what to watch out for in years ahead. \nSpeakers include: \nJudith Redmond\, Full Belly Farm \n\nHow SGMA affects your water access\nBarriers and risks for small farmers\nHow groundwater rules & regulations affect your business\nRegional challenges and opportunities across Yolo\, Sacramento\, Solano\, and beyond\n\nAnnie Main\, Good Humus Produce \n\nHear the story of a community’s fight to protect their groundwater.\n\nClick here to sign up and RSVP.
URL:https://caff.org/event/sustainable-groundwater-panel-center-for-land-based-learnings-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Center for Land Based Learning\, 40140 Best Ranch Rd\, Woodland\, CA\, 95776\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T160000
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SUMMARY:Central Valley Watermelon Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2nd Annual Central Valley Watermelon Tasting \n Saturday\, July 19th\, 2025 1062 Martin Ave\, Fresno\, CA⏰ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nAfter an incredible first year with over 500 attendees\, we’re back and bigger than ever! This year’s event blends sweet summer fun with a deeper look at agriculture\, workforce development\, and career opportunities in the Central Valley. \nWhat to Expect: Tastings of red & yellow\, seeded & seedless watermelons Watermelon eating contests Face painting\, live music\, and local food vendors Hands-on ways to explore farming and ag careers \nWhether you’re coming for the watermelon or to connect with the ag community\, there’s something for everyone! \n Interested in being a vendor? Complete the 2025 Vendor Application.
URL:https://caff.org/event/central-valley-watermelon-tasting/
LOCATION:Sherman Produce Market\, 1062 Martin Avenue\, Fresno\, CA\, 93706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region,Farm to Market,Central Valley
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20250812T192444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T192444Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting Small Farms in SGMA Implementation
DESCRIPTION: This free webinar seeks to highlight technical assistance and resources available to support small-scale farmers navigating changes posed by SGMA implementation.
URL:https://caff.org/event/supporting-small-farms-in-sgma-implementation/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Policy,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
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SUMMARY:Beneath the Surface: 10 Years of Local Groundwater Basin Stewardship (ENG/ESP)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Community Meeting and Resource Workshop to reflect on a decade of collaborative\, community-based work to build groundwater sustainability in the Santa Rosa Plain and Petaluma Valley. Local leaders and experts will share the progress made since the formation of our Groundwater Sustainability Agencies and highlight the valuable work underway to understand\, protect\, and strengthen our groundwater resources in the face of climate challenges. Learn what’s next and how you can be an active part of the future of groundwater sustainability. Together\, we can maintain local control of this vital resource—and ensure a sustainable groundwater supply for generations to come. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow the Event will Flow: \n\nFrom the Ground Up: Our meeting will include a presentation providing background on the Santa Rosa Plain and Petaluma Valley Groundwater Sustainability Agencies\, how they formed\, what they are empowered to do ( what they don’t do)\, and major milestones over the last ten years.\nBeneath the Surface: Hear from experts on current conditions of our aquifers\, and what initiatives have been made to advance sustainability\, and the value of those investments thus far.\nThe Next Drop: Sustainability requires multiple strategies and a community-wide effort. Learn about projects\, programs and policy options that the GSAs are initiating now and considering for the future.\nQ & A: Submit questions in advance via your registration or ask them while at the meeting.\nGo Deeper at the Resource Workshop: Want to go deeper and into greater detail on a groundwater topic? Want to find out ways to be an active part of this work? The Resource Workshop portion of the evening will offer a chance for you to talk 1:1 with local experts in hydrogeology\, policy\, environment\, agriculture and more. Some of the organizations participating include: Sonoma Water\, Sonoma County and Gold Ridge Resource Conservation Districts\, Community Alliance with Family Farmers\, Daily Acts\, Sonoma Marin Saving Water Partnership and more!\n\nLearn more about our locally-controlled groundwater agencies: \n· Santa Rosa Plain Groundwater Sustainability Agency: santarosaplaingroundwater.org \n· Petaluma Valley Groundwater Sustainability Agency: petalumavalleygroundwater.org \nEvent materials will be available in both English and Spanish. Presentations will be in English\, with live interpretation services provided for Spanish speakers. \nFollowing the event\, formal presentations portion of this event will be available in a video recording. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP for free at this Eventbrite link.
URL:https://caff.org/event/beneath-the-surface-10-years-of-local-groundwater-basin-stewardship-eng-esp/
LOCATION:Ray Miller Community Center\, 201 West Sierra Ave\, Cotati\, CA\, 94931\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Coast,Latinx
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T160000
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SUMMARY:CAFF's Summer Soiree
DESCRIPTION:Join CAFF for our annual Summer Soirée at beautiful Full Belly Farm in the Capay Valley. Enjoy a farm-fresh dinner\, local wines\, craft beers\, live music\, and a spirited auction—all in support of the farmers who nourish us. Together\, we can defend family farms and build a stronger\, more just food system.
URL:https://actionnetwork.org/ticketed_events/caffs-summer-soiree-2025?source=direct_link&+#new_tab
LOCATION:Full Belly Farm\, 16090 County Road 43\, Guinda\, CA\, 95637\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250904T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250904T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20250821T191213Z
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SUMMARY:How to Apply for CUSP Drought 2025 Funding Through CAFF
DESCRIPTION:Join CAFF and representatives of the California Farmer Relief Fund (formerly known as the California Family Farmer Emergency Fund) to learn more about the new grant application portal\, eligibility requirements for the California Underserved Small Producer (CUSP) Program\, documentation quality\, and to get connected with technical assistance providers if need be! Click here to register for free on Action Network. \nWe will do a live walkthrough in Foundant\, the specialized grant management software CAFF now uses for administering funding. This includes aspects such as creating a profile\, logging in\, responding to the eligibility quiz\, and how to upload evidence to support drought impact claims. \nThe format of this informational “webinar” is casual and open. Questions are welcome throughout but we will also reserve time at the end for Q&A and connecting folks with the appropriate providers. Offered in English only at this time. It will be recorded and uploaded for public viewing on CAFF’s YouTube channel\, CAFFflix\, for those who are not able to attend in person.
URL:https://caff.org/event/how-to-apply-for-cusp-drought-2025-funding/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Disaster Resilience,Webinar,Farmer Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T010153Z
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SUMMARY:Fresno Policy Perspectives and Grant Support
DESCRIPTION:[Español abajo] Join CAFF for free dinner and discussion on what policy change you’d like to see to better support your farm or ranch. Stick around for grant application support for up to $20k from the CUSP Program. Every year CAFF fights for CUSP\, which provides state funding for up to $20k grants to farmers who have experienced losses\, with the current opening for drought relief. \nThis event is free but open only to farmers\, including farm owners\, managers\, and employees. Dinner and $50 stipends available to farmers who join (click here to RSVP on Action Network). \nThis event will have live interpretation to Spanish and Hmong.
URL:https://caff.org/event/fresno-policy-perspectives-and-grant-support/
LOCATION:Fresno Interdenominational Refugee Ministries\, 1940 North Fresno Street\, Fresno\, CA\, 93703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Policy,Region,Central Valley
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250926T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20250910T235705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T000152Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego Region Organic Agriculture Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us and celebrate local organic agriculture! The San Diego Region Organic Conference at San Marcos Community Center will take place from 9:30am-3pm on Friday\, September 26th. Light breakfast\, coffee\, and lunch will be provided. Click here to register for the conference. \nWe ask that you register by September 18th so we can estimate the number of attendees for the provided food. Please register each person attending the event!  \nConference Agenda Overview:\n\n\nAvocado Irrigation Efficiency & Citrus IPM Research Updates\nWeed ecology & approaches to organic weed management\nOrganic Buyer Panel & Marketing Strategies\nRegional support services & grants available for farmers\nMeet 1:1 with organic technical assistance providers during Organic Office Hours\nRegional Policy Update: hear from the San Diego County SALC 2.0 team\n\n\nFor questions or accommodation needs\, please contact:\nLexie Wilson\, Extension & Outreach Coordinator\, UC OAI\nlwwilson [at] ucanr.edu \nEvent Partners:\nCommunity Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF)\nNatural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)\nSan Diego County Department of Agriculture\, Weights & Measures\nSouthern California Soil and Water Hub (SoCal Hub)\nUC Cooperative Extension (UCCE)\nUC ANR Climate Smart Agriculture Program\nUC Organic Agriculture Institute (UC OAI)
URL:https://caff.org/event/san-diego-region-organic-agriculture-conference/
LOCATION:San Marcos Community Center\, 3 Civic Center Dr\, San Marcos\, CA\, 92069\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region,SoCal,Organic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20250916T012551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T013131Z
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SUMMARY:Retiring and Aspiring: A Multigenerational Approach to Succession Planning and Land Transfer in California
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking about the future of your farm and who will continue to steward it?\nJoin American Farmland Trust’s California team for a virtual information session to learn about resources and technical assistance available to start your succession planning journey. California experts will share their insights on the process from a financial\, legal and heart centered perspective.
URL:https://farmland.org/california-land-transfer-navigators
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T000933Z
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SUMMARY:Water + Well Aware Virtual Resource Fair: Sonoma County
DESCRIPTION:Sonoma County farmers\, join us for a round robin session exploring current and OPEN grant\, program and resource opportunities related to well and water management\, water efficiency and conservation. Hear from multiple speakers on their program or grant offerings that can help farmers successfully navigate the application processes. Speakers and Programs covered include: \n\nThe Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and Your Farm\nLocal GSA Programs: Level Up\, Flow Smart\, and Well Aware\nURCTA Groundwater Technical Assistance Program\nNRCS EQIP Program\nCAFF Underserved and Small Producer Program Drought Reimbursement Grant (CUSP)\nZero Foodprint Restore Grant\n\nClick here to register now and be part of this exciting virtual event! Zoom link to be sent closer to event date. Event will be recorded and live Spanish translated. \nEvent funded in part by DWR’s URCTA Program. Partners and speakers include: Sonoma County Groundwater Sustainability Agency\, Goldridge RCD\, Sonoma RCD\, Dudek Engineering\, Natural Resources Conservation Service – Petaluma Field Office\, Zero Foodprint.
URL:https://caff.org/event/water-well-aware-virtual-resource-fair-sonoma-county/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T150000
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SUMMARY:Organic Transition Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about transitioning your farm to certified organic? Join CAFF staff for weekly office hours throughout October to learn more about the new Organic Transition Program (OTP). \nZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88293007897?pwd=aQaOF6hrkKwCJWexZjl2C4i5bNdSXr.1 \nPasscode: 776844 \nOTP offers at least $30\,000 in direct funding plus technical assistance to help California farmers cover the costs and challenges of certification. Applications are open September 24 – October 24\, 2025\, in English and Spanish. \nOffice hours are an opportunity to: \n\n\nGet your questions about the application process answered \n\n\nLearn about available financial and technical assistance \n\n\nFind out if your farm is eligible \n\n\nHear tips and resources for navigating certification
URL:https://caff.org/event/organic-transition-office-hours/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88293007897
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T235542Z
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SUMMARY:Cooperation on Tap - Gold Vibe Brewery Tour
DESCRIPTION:Good Vibes at Gold Vibe!  We’re brewing up an evening that’s part happy hour\, part happy community\, lots of fun and fizzy connections\, sparkling conversation – and a whole lot of Co-op love. We’re celebrating Co-op Month and all the cooperators who make the magic happen every day at The Patch (that’d be YOU)! \nKick things off at 5:30pm with an exclusive Tour of the Kombuchary. \n\nTour Tickets HERE\n\n$10 from every ticket will be donated to the Community Alliance with Family Farmers. \nThen\, starting at 6:30pm\, say cheers with our PatchWorks Nonprofit Neighbors\, take a shot at our raffle and soak up the amazing things happening in our awesome community! And don’t be tardy to the party: First round is on us! The first 50 guests to arrive will score a free drink token. \nClink. Drink. Connect. See you there! \nP.S. Register below for an extra entry into our raffle. (But FYI\, you’ve got to be present to win!)
URL:https://www.goldvibe.com/products/gold-vibe-brewery-tour
LOCATION:Gold Vibe Kombuchary\, 12615 Charles Dr\, Grass Valley\, CA\, 95945\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T150000
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SUMMARY:Organic Transition Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about transitioning your farm to certified organic? Join CAFF staff for weekly office hours throughout October to learn more about the new Organic Transition Program (OTP). \nZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88293007897?pwd=aQaOF6hrkKwCJWexZjl2C4i5bNdSXr.1 \nPasscode: 776844 \nOTP offers at least $30\,000 in direct funding plus technical assistance to help California farmers cover the costs and challenges of certification. Applications are open September 24 – October 24\, 2025\, in English and Spanish. \nOffice hours are an opportunity to: \n\n\nGet your questions about the application process answered \n\n\nLearn about available financial and technical assistance \n\n\nFind out if your farm is eligible \n\n\nHear tips and resources for navigating certification
URL:https://caff.org/event/organic-transition-office-hours/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88293007897
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T200000
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SUMMARY:Open Farms\, Open Tables Dinner
DESCRIPTION:On October 10th\, we cordially invite you to join Community Alliance with Family Farmers at Pajaro Pastures\, an ecological ranch in the beautiful Pajaro Valley in Corralitos\, CA. Enjoy dinner on the farm by renowned Chef Jessica Yarr\, featuring locally-grown products by the farmers of our region\, locally crafted libations\, and a farm tour with the farmer himself—all in support of those who nourish us. 
URL:https://caff.org/openfarmdinner/
LOCATION:Pajaro Pastures\, Corralitos\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20250927T030027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T203759Z
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SUMMARY:Organic Transition Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about transitioning your farm to certified organic? Join CAFF staff for weekly office hours throughout October to learn more about the new Organic Transition Program (OTP). \nZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88293007897?pwd=aQaOF6hrkKwCJWexZjl2C4i5bNdSXr.1 \nPasscode: 776844 \nOTP offers at least $30\,000 in direct funding plus technical assistance to help California farmers cover the costs and challenges of certification. Applications are open September 24 – October 24\, 2025\, in English and Spanish. \nOffice hours are an opportunity to: \n\n\nGet your questions about the application process answered \n\n\nLearn about available financial and technical assistance \n\n\nFind out if your farm is eligible \n\n\nHear tips and resources for navigating certification
URL:https://caff.org/event/organic-transition-office-hours/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88293007897
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ORGANIZER;CN="CAFF":MAILTO:caff.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T001819Z
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SUMMARY:Día De Esperanza Organic Agriculture Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Esperanza Community Farms is thrilled to announce Día de Esperanza Organic Agriculture Festival\, planned for Saturday and Sunday\, October 18 and 19\, 2025 in Watsonville\, California.\nThe regional festival is a celebration of the organic farming that surrounds the central coast valleys. It will offer delicious\, educational and interactive experiences to celebrate the rich and growing industry. \nThe event features: \n\nLocal Organic Farmers Market\nVegan and Vegetarian food options and dishes made with locally sourced organic ingredients.\nEducational and Interactive Experiences including farm tours\, information tables\, demonstrations.\nActivities and Entertainment a day of fun for the entire family with carnival games\, arts and crafts\, pumpkin patch\, live music and community bike ride!\n\nTickets are free at the Eventbrite link.
URL:https://caff.org/event/dia-de-esperanza-organic-agriculture-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Esperanza Community Farms\, 275 Lee Road\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region,Central Coast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20251009T232401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T232401Z
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SUMMARY:Farmer Services Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Are you a grower with questions about… \n\nFood safety?\nTransitioning to organic?\nValue-added products?\nWebsites and e-commerce?\nMarketing?\n\nJoin CAFF’s Farmer Services Office Hours! \nGet real-time support from CAFF’s Farmer Services team to discuss food safety compliance\, organic certification and record-keeping\, value-added products and regulation\, digital technology\, and grant funding available to small-scale growers working on these topics. \nTakes place every Monday from 3:30-4:30 PM on Zoom (with the exception of Mondays that fall on federal holidays). \nJoin us at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88386524057
URL:https://caff.org/event/farmer-services-office-hours/2025-10-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Farmer Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="CAFF":MAILTO:caff.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20250927T030027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T203800Z
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SUMMARY:Organic Transition Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about transitioning your farm to certified organic? Join CAFF staff for weekly office hours throughout October to learn more about the new Organic Transition Program (OTP). \nZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88293007897?pwd=aQaOF6hrkKwCJWexZjl2C4i5bNdSXr.1 \nPasscode: 776844 \nOTP offers at least $30\,000 in direct funding plus technical assistance to help California farmers cover the costs and challenges of certification. Applications are open September 24 – October 24\, 2025\, in English and Spanish. \nOffice hours are an opportunity to: \n\n\nGet your questions about the application process answered \n\n\nLearn about available financial and technical assistance \n\n\nFind out if your farm is eligible \n\n\nHear tips and resources for navigating certification
URL:https://caff.org/event/organic-transition-office-hours/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88293007897
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ORGANIZER;CN="CAFF":MAILTO:caff.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20251009T232401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T232401Z
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SUMMARY:Farmer Services Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Are you a grower with questions about… \n\nFood safety?\nTransitioning to organic?\nValue-added products?\nWebsites and e-commerce?\nMarketing?\n\nJoin CAFF’s Farmer Services Office Hours! \nGet real-time support from CAFF’s Farmer Services team to discuss food safety compliance\, organic certification and record-keeping\, value-added products and regulation\, digital technology\, and grant funding available to small-scale growers working on these topics. \nTakes place every Monday from 3:30-4:30 PM on Zoom (with the exception of Mondays that fall on federal holidays). \nJoin us at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88386524057
URL:https://caff.org/event/farmer-services-office-hours/2025-10-27/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Farmer Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="CAFF":MAILTO:caff.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T163000
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CREATED:20251009T232401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T232401Z
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SUMMARY:Farmer Services Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Are you a grower with questions about… \n\nFood safety?\nTransitioning to organic?\nValue-added products?\nWebsites and e-commerce?\nMarketing?\n\nJoin CAFF’s Farmer Services Office Hours! \nGet real-time support from CAFF’s Farmer Services team to discuss food safety compliance\, organic certification and record-keeping\, value-added products and regulation\, digital technology\, and grant funding available to small-scale growers working on these topics. \nTakes place every Monday from 3:30-4:30 PM on Zoom (with the exception of Mondays that fall on federal holidays). \nJoin us at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88386524057
URL:https://caff.org/event/farmer-services-office-hours/2025-11-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Farmer Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="CAFF":MAILTO:caff.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251110T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251110T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20251009T232401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T232401Z
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SUMMARY:Farmer Services Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Are you a grower with questions about… \n\nFood safety?\nTransitioning to organic?\nValue-added products?\nWebsites and e-commerce?\nMarketing?\n\nJoin CAFF’s Farmer Services Office Hours! \nGet real-time support from CAFF’s Farmer Services team to discuss food safety compliance\, organic certification and record-keeping\, value-added products and regulation\, digital technology\, and grant funding available to small-scale growers working on these topics. \nTakes place every Monday from 3:30-4:30 PM on Zoom (with the exception of Mondays that fall on federal holidays). \nJoin us at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88386524057
URL:https://caff.org/event/farmer-services-office-hours/2025-11-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Farmer Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="CAFF":MAILTO:caff.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251122T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251122T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20251116T233150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T235047Z
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SUMMARY:Fuegos Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:Fresh produce\, good food\, familiar faces. A reminder of what local agriculture can look like in the middle of Los Angeles.
URL:https://caff.org/event/fuegos-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Fuegos Argentinean Restaurant\, 3957 S Western Avenue\, Los Angeles\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251202T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20251113T191413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T191458Z
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SUMMARY:Small Farm Tech Expo
DESCRIPTION:This annual gathering is a full-day\, hands-on event where you’ll see tools in action\, learn what others are using\, and bring home ideas you can actually put to work. Whether you’re growing 20 acres of row crops or just tending a quarter acre market garden\, managing a small-scale ranch or a family-owned vineyard\, come learn the latest in appropriately-scaled Ag Tech\, interact with innovators and start working smarter\, not harder. \nWhat’s happening at the Expo? \nAGTECH DEMO + TRADESHOW: Walk around\, talk to people\, get your hands on equipment and software before you ever think about buying anything. This year\, we will have two dedicated spaces: one for software and one for hardware technologies. \nTWO WORKSHOP TRACKS – DIGITAL & HARD TECH: Curious to learn more about marketing & sales tools\, satellite imaging or agrivoltaics? We got you covered. At the Tech Expo\, we will have sessions on: \n\nLeveraging digital tools for farm marketing & sales\nHow satellite imaging is being used in agriculture today\nNew Equipment Lending Library in Fresno — what you can borrow & how\nElectric equipment on the farm: tractors & more\nSolar pumping & refrigeration\nAnd more. Full agenda on the “Schedule” tab above!\n\nOther event details\nAttendance at the Tech Expo is free\nSpanish Interpretation will be available / El evento tendra interpretacion en español\nEnjoy lunch with locally-sourced products\nRaffles at the end of the event!
URL:https://caff.org/tech-expo/#new_tab
LOCATION:UC Merced Conference Center\, 5200 N. Lake Road\, Merced\, CA\, 95343\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tech Hub
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T131500
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20251203T023100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T023100Z
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SUMMARY:Transition to Organic Webinar Series for Crop Producers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 10-week webinar series designed to help farmers transition to certified organic production. Each session is held weekly on Wednesdays\, featuring a 75-minute presentation and discussion\, followed by optional office hours for deeper conversation and one-on-one support. \nRegister for free via our event link at Action Network to receive webinar access and information. \nThis series is intended for farmers preparing to transition to organic certification\, in the process of transitioning\, or strengthening their organic management systems. Sessions will cover key aspects of the transition process—from certification requirements and recordkeeping to building soil health\, pest management\, and marketing organic products. \nPresenters include UC ANR Farm Advisors\, nonprofit agricultural professionals\, organic inspectors\, and experienced organic producers. Webinar recordings will be available on YouTube after the series. CCA and PCA Continuing Education Units have been applied for.\n*Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions to gain the full benefit of the program\, but it is not required. \nEach session will include Spanish and Hmong interpretation.\nCada taller incluirá interpretación simultánea al español.\nYog koj hais lus Hmoob\, caw kog tuaj koom lub rooj cob qhia txog kev ua teb (thamabxaj) organic\, peb txhais ua lus Hmoob thiab. \n\nThis webinar series is made possible through funding from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) State Organic Program\, the CDFA Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability\, and the United States Department of Agriculture Transition to Organic Partnership Program (USDA TOPP). \nSchedule and Topics:\n\nWeek 1 – January 14\nFarmer Perspectives on Transitioning to Organic\nIntroduction to the series and a farmer panel on why go organic\, challenges\, and lessons learned.\nSpeakers: Molly Nakahara\, Education Manager at The CCOF Foundation \nWeek 2 – January 21\nSteps to Organic Certification\nCertification process overview\, developing your Organic System Plan (OSP)\, and key recordkeeping requirements.\nSpeakers: Katharina Ullmann\, UC Organic Agriculture Institute and Grace Jackson\, Community Alliance with Family Farmers \nWeek 3 – January 28\nOrganic Markets and Marketing\nUnderstanding organic markets\, pricing\, and how to identify your buyers.\nSpeakers: To be announced\n \nWeek 4 – February 4\nAllowed Inputs and Materials and Biodiversity Conservation\nDetermining what products are allowed and what input records to keep. Farm practices that maintain and improve biodiversity and natural resources.\nSpeakers: Jamie Collins\, Owner of Serendipity Farms and Organic Inspector and Jo Ann Baumgartner\, Executive Director of Wild Farm Alliance \nWeek 5 – February 11\nBuilding Soil Health in Transitioning Soils Part 1: Soil life\nManaging soil life\, fertility and nutrients using organic practices.\nSpeakers: Joji Muramoto\, CE Extension Specialist with UC Cooperative Extension and Scott Park\, Farmer of Park Farming Organics \nWeek 6 – February 18\nBuilding Soil Health in Transitioning Soils Part 2: Soil amendments\nUsing organic amendments to build soil health\nSpeakers: Margaret Lloyd\, Small and Organic Farms Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension \nWeek 7 – February 25\nBuilding Soil Health in Transitioning Soils Part 3: Cover Crops\nSelecting species\, seeding rates\, and integrating cover crops into nutrient management.\nSpeakers: Sarah Light\, Agronomy Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension \nWeek 8 – March 4\nManaging Pests and Diseases Organically\nPrevention-based strategies and approved materials for pest management.\nSpeakers: Eric Middleton\, Integrated Pest Management Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension and Margaret Lloyd\, Small and Organic Farms Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension \nWeek 9 – March 11\nManaging Weeds Without Herbicides\nEcological and mechanical weed control approaches for organic systems.\nSpeakers: Matt Fatino\, Subtropical Crop Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension and Tong Zhen\, Graduate student at UC Davis \nWeek 10 – March 18\nPreparing for Organic Inspection\nWhat to expect during an inspection and tips from producers and inspectors.\nSpeakers: Megan Robertson\, Owner of Alluvial Organics and Organic Inspector and Tom Page\, Owner of Page’s Organics Farm and Organic Inspector \n(Additional farmer speakers and CEU details forthcoming.)
URL:https://caff.org/event/transition-to-organic-webinar-series/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Latinx,Farmer Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
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SUMMARY:How You Tell the Story of Your Farm: In-Person Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to craft a compelling farm story that connects with customers and buyers in this marketing skills workshop. You’ll workshop your own elevator pitch with hands-on feedback from panelists and peers\, leaving with polished messaging you can use immediately on your website\, social media\, and in sales conversations. Facilitated by Judith Redmond (Full Belly farm) and Gisele Herren (Vitis & Ovis Farm). \nFarmboy Organics will share how they built their social media presence and refined their marketing messaging. Fruitqueen will explain what wholesalers look for in farm pitches and what makes farms stand out in a competitive market. \nSpace is limited to 12 participants. Please only sign up for the workshop if you are a farmer or rancher. \nFunding for this workshop comes from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Organic Transition Pilot Program and a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service.
URL:https://caff.org/event/how-you-tell-the-story-of-your-farm-in-person-workshop/
LOCATION:Glide Ranch\, 36355 Russell Blvd\, Davis\, CA\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region,Sacramento Valley,Farmer Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T131500
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
CREATED:20251203T023100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T023100Z
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SUMMARY:Transition to Organic Webinar Series for Crop Producers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 10-week webinar series designed to help farmers transition to certified organic production. Each session is held weekly on Wednesdays\, featuring a 75-minute presentation and discussion\, followed by optional office hours for deeper conversation and one-on-one support. \nRegister for free via our event link at Action Network to receive webinar access and information. \nThis series is intended for farmers preparing to transition to organic certification\, in the process of transitioning\, or strengthening their organic management systems. Sessions will cover key aspects of the transition process—from certification requirements and recordkeeping to building soil health\, pest management\, and marketing organic products. \nPresenters include UC ANR Farm Advisors\, nonprofit agricultural professionals\, organic inspectors\, and experienced organic producers. Webinar recordings will be available on YouTube after the series. CCA and PCA Continuing Education Units have been applied for.\n*Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions to gain the full benefit of the program\, but it is not required. \nEach session will include Spanish and Hmong interpretation.\nCada taller incluirá interpretación simultánea al español.\nYog koj hais lus Hmoob\, caw kog tuaj koom lub rooj cob qhia txog kev ua teb (thamabxaj) organic\, peb txhais ua lus Hmoob thiab. \n\nThis webinar series is made possible through funding from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) State Organic Program\, the CDFA Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability\, and the United States Department of Agriculture Transition to Organic Partnership Program (USDA TOPP). \nSchedule and Topics:\n\nWeek 1 – January 14\nFarmer Perspectives on Transitioning to Organic\nIntroduction to the series and a farmer panel on why go organic\, challenges\, and lessons learned.\nSpeakers: Molly Nakahara\, Education Manager at The CCOF Foundation \nWeek 2 – January 21\nSteps to Organic Certification\nCertification process overview\, developing your Organic System Plan (OSP)\, and key recordkeeping requirements.\nSpeakers: Katharina Ullmann\, UC Organic Agriculture Institute and Grace Jackson\, Community Alliance with Family Farmers \nWeek 3 – January 28\nOrganic Markets and Marketing\nUnderstanding organic markets\, pricing\, and how to identify your buyers.\nSpeakers: To be announced\n \nWeek 4 – February 4\nAllowed Inputs and Materials and Biodiversity Conservation\nDetermining what products are allowed and what input records to keep. Farm practices that maintain and improve biodiversity and natural resources.\nSpeakers: Jamie Collins\, Owner of Serendipity Farms and Organic Inspector and Jo Ann Baumgartner\, Executive Director of Wild Farm Alliance \nWeek 5 – February 11\nBuilding Soil Health in Transitioning Soils Part 1: Soil life\nManaging soil life\, fertility and nutrients using organic practices.\nSpeakers: Joji Muramoto\, CE Extension Specialist with UC Cooperative Extension and Scott Park\, Farmer of Park Farming Organics \nWeek 6 – February 18\nBuilding Soil Health in Transitioning Soils Part 2: Soil amendments\nUsing organic amendments to build soil health\nSpeakers: Margaret Lloyd\, Small and Organic Farms Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension \nWeek 7 – February 25\nBuilding Soil Health in Transitioning Soils Part 3: Cover Crops\nSelecting species\, seeding rates\, and integrating cover crops into nutrient management.\nSpeakers: Sarah Light\, Agronomy Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension \nWeek 8 – March 4\nManaging Pests and Diseases Organically\nPrevention-based strategies and approved materials for pest management.\nSpeakers: Eric Middleton\, Integrated Pest Management Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension and Margaret Lloyd\, Small and Organic Farms Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension \nWeek 9 – March 11\nManaging Weeds Without Herbicides\nEcological and mechanical weed control approaches for organic systems.\nSpeakers: Matt Fatino\, Subtropical Crop Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension and Tong Zhen\, Graduate student at UC Davis \nWeek 10 – March 18\nPreparing for Organic Inspection\nWhat to expect during an inspection and tips from producers and inspectors.\nSpeakers: Megan Robertson\, Owner of Alluvial Organics and Organic Inspector and Tom Page\, Owner of Page’s Organics Farm and Organic Inspector \n(Additional farmer speakers and CEU details forthcoming.)
URL:https://caff.org/event/transition-to-organic-webinar-series/2026-01-21/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Latinx,Farmer Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T131500
DTSTAMP:20260406T074235
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SUMMARY:Transition to Organic Webinar Series for Crop Producers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 10-week webinar series designed to help farmers transition to certified organic production. Each session is held weekly on Wednesdays\, featuring a 75-minute presentation and discussion\, followed by optional office hours for deeper conversation and one-on-one support. \nRegister for free via our event link at Action Network to receive webinar access and information. \nThis series is intended for farmers preparing to transition to organic certification\, in the process of transitioning\, or strengthening their organic management systems. Sessions will cover key aspects of the transition process—from certification requirements and recordkeeping to building soil health\, pest management\, and marketing organic products. \nPresenters include UC ANR Farm Advisors\, nonprofit agricultural professionals\, organic inspectors\, and experienced organic producers. Webinar recordings will be available on YouTube after the series. CCA and PCA Continuing Education Units have been applied for.\n*Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions to gain the full benefit of the program\, but it is not required. \nEach session will include Spanish and Hmong interpretation.\nCada taller incluirá interpretación simultánea al español.\nYog koj hais lus Hmoob\, caw kog tuaj koom lub rooj cob qhia txog kev ua teb (thamabxaj) organic\, peb txhais ua lus Hmoob thiab. \n\nThis webinar series is made possible through funding from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) State Organic Program\, the CDFA Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability\, and the United States Department of Agriculture Transition to Organic Partnership Program (USDA TOPP). \nSchedule and Topics:\n\nWeek 1 – January 14\nFarmer Perspectives on Transitioning to Organic\nIntroduction to the series and a farmer panel on why go organic\, challenges\, and lessons learned.\nSpeakers: Molly Nakahara\, Education Manager at The CCOF Foundation \nWeek 2 – January 21\nSteps to Organic Certification\nCertification process overview\, developing your Organic System Plan (OSP)\, and key recordkeeping requirements.\nSpeakers: Katharina Ullmann\, UC Organic Agriculture Institute and Grace Jackson\, Community Alliance with Family Farmers \nWeek 3 – January 28\nOrganic Markets and Marketing\nUnderstanding organic markets\, pricing\, and how to identify your buyers.\nSpeakers: To be announced\n \nWeek 4 – February 4\nAllowed Inputs and Materials and Biodiversity Conservation\nDetermining what products are allowed and what input records to keep. Farm practices that maintain and improve biodiversity and natural resources.\nSpeakers: Jamie Collins\, Owner of Serendipity Farms and Organic Inspector and Jo Ann Baumgartner\, Executive Director of Wild Farm Alliance \nWeek 5 – February 11\nBuilding Soil Health in Transitioning Soils Part 1: Soil life\nManaging soil life\, fertility and nutrients using organic practices.\nSpeakers: Joji Muramoto\, CE Extension Specialist with UC Cooperative Extension and Scott Park\, Farmer of Park Farming Organics \nWeek 6 – February 18\nBuilding Soil Health in Transitioning Soils Part 2: Soil amendments\nUsing organic amendments to build soil health\nSpeakers: Margaret Lloyd\, Small and Organic Farms Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension \nWeek 7 – February 25\nBuilding Soil Health in Transitioning Soils Part 3: Cover Crops\nSelecting species\, seeding rates\, and integrating cover crops into nutrient management.\nSpeakers: Sarah Light\, Agronomy Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension \nWeek 8 – March 4\nManaging Pests and Diseases Organically\nPrevention-based strategies and approved materials for pest management.\nSpeakers: Eric Middleton\, Integrated Pest Management Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension and Margaret Lloyd\, Small and Organic Farms Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension \nWeek 9 – March 11\nManaging Weeds Without Herbicides\nEcological and mechanical weed control approaches for organic systems.\nSpeakers: Matt Fatino\, Subtropical Crop Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension and Tong Zhen\, Graduate student at UC Davis \nWeek 10 – March 18\nPreparing for Organic Inspection\nWhat to expect during an inspection and tips from producers and inspectors.\nSpeakers: Megan Robertson\, Owner of Alluvial Organics and Organic Inspector and Tom Page\, Owner of Page’s Organics Farm and Organic Inspector \n(Additional farmer speakers and CEU details forthcoming.)
URL:https://caff.org/event/transition-to-organic-webinar-series/2026-01-28/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Latinx,Farmer Services
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SUMMARY:Transition to Organic Webinar Series for Crop Producers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 10-week webinar series designed to help farmers transition to certified organic production. Each session is held weekly on Wednesdays\, featuring a 75-minute presentation and discussion\, followed by optional office hours for deeper conversation and one-on-one support. \nRegister for free via our event link at Action Network to receive webinar access and information. \nThis series is intended for farmers preparing to transition to organic certification\, in the process of transitioning\, or strengthening their organic management systems. Sessions will cover key aspects of the transition process—from certification requirements and recordkeeping to building soil health\, pest management\, and marketing organic products. \nPresenters include UC ANR Farm Advisors\, nonprofit agricultural professionals\, organic inspectors\, and experienced organic producers. Webinar recordings will be available on YouTube after the series. CCA and PCA Continuing Education Units have been applied for.\n*Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions to gain the full benefit of the program\, but it is not required. \nEach session will include Spanish and Hmong interpretation.\nCada taller incluirá interpretación simultánea al español.\nYog koj hais lus Hmoob\, caw kog tuaj koom lub rooj cob qhia txog kev ua teb (thamabxaj) organic\, peb txhais ua lus Hmoob thiab. \n\nThis webinar series is made possible through funding from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) State Organic Program\, the CDFA Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability\, and the United States Department of Agriculture Transition to Organic Partnership Program (USDA TOPP). \nSchedule and Topics:\n\nWeek 1 – January 14\nFarmer Perspectives on Transitioning to Organic\nIntroduction to the series and a farmer panel on why go organic\, challenges\, and lessons learned.\nSpeakers: Molly Nakahara\, Education Manager at The CCOF Foundation \nWeek 2 – January 21\nSteps to Organic Certification\nCertification process overview\, developing your Organic System Plan (OSP)\, and key recordkeeping requirements.\nSpeakers: Katharina Ullmann\, UC Organic Agriculture Institute and Grace Jackson\, Community Alliance with Family Farmers \nWeek 3 – January 28\nOrganic Markets and Marketing\nUnderstanding organic markets\, pricing\, and how to identify your buyers.\nSpeakers: To be announced\n \nWeek 4 – February 4\nAllowed Inputs and Materials and Biodiversity Conservation\nDetermining what products are allowed and what input records to keep. Farm practices that maintain and improve biodiversity and natural resources.\nSpeakers: Jamie Collins\, Owner of Serendipity Farms and Organic Inspector and Jo Ann Baumgartner\, Executive Director of Wild Farm Alliance \nWeek 5 – February 11\nBuilding Soil Health in Transitioning Soils Part 1: Soil life\nManaging soil life\, fertility and nutrients using organic practices.\nSpeakers: Joji Muramoto\, CE Extension Specialist with UC Cooperative Extension and Scott Park\, Farmer of Park Farming Organics \nWeek 6 – February 18\nBuilding Soil Health in Transitioning Soils Part 2: Soil amendments\nUsing organic amendments to build soil health\nSpeakers: Margaret Lloyd\, Small and Organic Farms Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension \nWeek 7 – February 25\nBuilding Soil Health in Transitioning Soils Part 3: Cover Crops\nSelecting species\, seeding rates\, and integrating cover crops into nutrient management.\nSpeakers: Sarah Light\, Agronomy Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension \nWeek 8 – March 4\nManaging Pests and Diseases Organically\nPrevention-based strategies and approved materials for pest management.\nSpeakers: Eric Middleton\, Integrated Pest Management Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension and Margaret Lloyd\, Small and Organic Farms Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension \nWeek 9 – March 11\nManaging Weeds Without Herbicides\nEcological and mechanical weed control approaches for organic systems.\nSpeakers: Matt Fatino\, Subtropical Crop Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension and Tong Zhen\, Graduate student at UC Davis \nWeek 10 – March 18\nPreparing for Organic Inspection\nWhat to expect during an inspection and tips from producers and inspectors.\nSpeakers: Megan Robertson\, Owner of Alluvial Organics and Organic Inspector and Tom Page\, Owner of Page’s Organics Farm and Organic Inspector \n(Additional farmer speakers and CEU details forthcoming.)
URL:https://caff.org/event/transition-to-organic-webinar-series/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Latinx,Farmer Services
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