Free Farm Advocacy Webinar

Learn how to help OEFFA counter the special interest influence that large commodity groups and biotech companies have over our decision-makers and demand policies that work in the interest of the family farmers who feed us every day while protecting our air, water, and soil. The “Advocacy: What, Why, and How,” webinar will start on … Read more

Cast a Wide Net When Selling Organics

Sage Creations Organic Farm based in Palisade, Colorado wholesales nationally more than 40 varieties from nine-acre farm markets a host of value-added products, including lavender wreaths and lavender-derived aromatherapy and bath and body oils. Lavender is one of the farm’s mainstays. She also raises sweet cherries, herbs and heirloom vegetables and offers farm and garden … Read more

Fortified Against Blindness

Vitamin A deficiency is the leading cause of preventable blindness in children. It also increases the risk of disease and death from severe infections, according to the World Health Organization. About 250 million preschool children across the world are vitamin A deficient. Many of these live in Africa and South-Eastern Asia. Fortunately, vitamin deficiency is … Read more

Weed Warrior: Weeds Go Away

Practice prevention versus procrastination When controlling weeds in fruit and vegetable crops, maybe there’s some truth to the old adage: “An ounce of prevention causes a lot less pain.” “The best way to control weeds in a garden is to just not let them get started,” said Stuart Sutphin, an Extension agent in Danville, Virginia. … Read more

BioSafe Systems Announces Summer Giveaway

BioSafe Systems announced a new giveaway program that runs through the end of September. Submit a photo of a BioSafe product at your location OR an invoice that includes any BioSafe Systems’ commercial product and be entered to win a $250 Cabela’s gift card. Submissions will be accepted by email, phone or fax through September 30. … Read more