Were excited to have stacy join us at conference to connect the dots between the messages we hear about our food system, whos funding them, why it matters, and what we as consumers and. The ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 40th annual conference, a climate for change, will run thursday. Onika abraham to keynote oeffa conference morning ag clips. Columbus, ohio the role that technology, biology, consumers, and farmers play in changing agriculture and food will be the focus of a keynote address by longtime organic farmer and advocate jeff moyer at the ohio ecological food and farm associations 39th annual conference, a taste for change, this february in dayton, ohio. Oeffa members are invited to attend the member meeting at. If you would like to learn more about a particular presenter, please check the ascd website at. Register now for oeffa conference wilmington news journal. As a member of nsac, oeffa supports the immediate transition to a resilient food and agriculture system based on the sustainable and organic practices detailed in the nsac report. Throughout conference, there will be reoccurring theme celebrating 25 years of progress. Nov 21, 2019 the ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 40th annual conference, a climate for change, will run thursday, february saturday, february 15, 2020 at the dayton convention center in dayton, ohio. The ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 40th annual conference, a climate for change, will run thursday, feb. Fullday workshops at oeffa conference morning ag clips. Cost share reimbursement is also available through your county fsa office.
A detailed schdule of the program is available here. Nyfc represents, mobilizes, and engages young farmers to ensure their success. Oeffas 2012 conference keynote speakers to bring focus on. Conference program books post conference app helpful too. Dec 05, 2012 registration is now open for the ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 34th annual conference, growing opportunities, cultivating change. She is the author of the 2015 book, resilient agriculture. Registration open for ohio sustainable food and farm. Registration now open for oeffas sustainable food and farm. Oeffa annual conference registration open ohio ag net. Organic farmer elizabeth henderson to keynote 40th ohio sustainable food and farm conference. Previously, she led the academic program in sustainable. Organic farmer to keynote sustainable food conference.
Sustaining people through agriculture, and the essentials of economic sustainability along with book chapters, journal articles, magazine and trade publications, and conference proceedings on various aspects of the. Columbus, ohio the need to connect soil and human health with social justice and fairness on the farm will be the focus of a keynote address by longtime organic farmer, agricultural justice advocate and writer elizabeth henderson at the ohio ecological food and farm associations 40th annual conference, just farming. A visitor to our site felt the following article might be of interest to you. Detailed workshop descriptions are now available in the conference program. All post conference program books are archived under members only resources.
Registration open for food and farm conference piqua daily call. Donate them to oeffa by bringing your gently used books to the conference. The ohio ecological food and farm association news is published quarterly as. The ohio ecological food and farm association oeffa works to promote sustainable, local, and organic agriculture that builds. Oeffa conference registration open ohio ag net ohios.
Oeffa conference is a major milestone and we wanted badly to give it a. The organic costshare program is now available for 2019. John patterson d99 are working to pass the bill out of committee. She has completed the brooklyn botanic gardens brooklyn urban gardener certification program and the. Cultivating a resilient, just, and sustainable agricultural system can help farmers. Beginning farmers focus of 2018 oeffa conference morning. February 15, 2020 at the dayton convention center in dayton, ohio. Tune up your farm business and increase your net profit this fullday session, led by richard wiswall of cate farm in vermont and author of the organic farmer. Formed in 1979, the ohio ecological food and farm association oeffa cultivates a future in which sustainable and organic farmers thrive, local food nourishes our communities, and agricultural practices protect and enhance our environment. Michael designs educational tools and programs for farmers seeking land and is a featured presenter at the 2018 oeffa conference.
Ikerd has authored six books including sustainable capitalism. The states largest sustainable food and farm conference, the event draws more than 1,000 attendees from across ohio and the midwest, and has sold out in advance the past two years. Previously, she led the academic program in sustainable agriculture at warren. Ncta has moved away from printed programs, and instead, is using a mobile app. Oeffa booths visit the oeffa booths in the exhibitor hall to. This certification, administered by organic plus trust, is an addon for certified organic dairy and meat producers and processors. Phas international ph conference and scientific sessions.
Book signing table keynote speaker joan dye gussows books, includ. Gardens brooklyn urban gardener certification program and the 1,000 hour farm and. Thank you for supporting oeffa and making affordable books available to others. Oeffa encourages the creation and maintenance of a food system that is good for. Oeffa encourages the creation and maintenance of a food system that is good for people. To henderson, who coauthored the seminal book, sharing the.
On behalf of oeffas staff, who have worked selflessly for many long hours in preparation for this weekend, we hope you learn much. Each year, the conference draws more than 1,200 attendees. Registration now open for ohio sustainable food and. Registration is now open for the ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 34th annual conference, growing opportunities, cultivating change. Dec 07, 2017 the conference is three days of learning, networking, sharing, and breaking bread with an inspiring and growing community of farmers and local food advocates, said oeffa program director. The need to connect soil and human health with social justice and fairness on the farm will be the focus of a keynote address by elizabeth henderson, a longtime organic farmer, agricultural justice advocate and writer, at the ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 40th annual conference, just farming. Oeffa is pleased to administer the cost share reimbursement program for the benefit of all of ohios certified producers and handlers. The conference will run thursday, february saturday, february 15. Are you interested in transitioning to organic, but dont know if its a good fit for you or your businesses. Registration open for food and farm conference piqua. Organic farmer elizabeth henderson to keynote 40th ohio. The conference is three days of learning, networking, sharing, and breaking bread with an inspiring and growing community of farmers and local food advocates, said oeffa program director renee hunt. Nov, 2019 helping farmers build the resilience of their operations to withstand the effects of climate change will be the focus of oeffas 41st annual conference.
Healing a history of oppression in agriculture by honoring the contributions of our ancestors will be the focus of a keynote address by farmer and educator onika abraham at the ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 40th annual conference, just farming. Workshops on production and business management topics will appeal to beginning farmers, as will the networking all members enjoy at the largest sustainable agriculture gathering in ohio. The sessions at a glance schedule of the program book provides a quick overview of each session, including session number, time slot, presenter, and room location. Oeffa 39th annual conference, a taste for change, this february in dayton. Florida organic growers and the national organic program have developed a 26 part video series providing a stepbystep overview of organic. We are excited to bring atina to the conference, said renee hunt, oeffas program director and the events lead organizer. Each year, we draw more than 1,200 attendees, and our diverse schedule offers something for all tastes. Detailed descriptions for each session begin on page 16.
Oeffa conference registration is now open facebook. Phas conference is the worlds largest gathering of patients with pulmonary hypertension, caregivers and medical professionals. Early career farmers and those considering a farming vocation will get the information they need during a dedicated begin farming workshop track and networking opportunities that are part of the ohio ecological food and farm associations 39th annual conference, a taste for change, feb. Events will be held at the dayton convention center, unless otherwise noted. Henderson to keynote 40th oeffa conference morning ag clips. From 20 to 2016, he coordinated the organic research grant program for. Ghgt9, setting a new attendance record for the conference. Registration now open for oeffa conference farmers advance. Columbus, ohio healing a history of oppression in agriculture by honoring the contributions of our ancestors will be the focus of a keynote address by farmer and educator onika abraham at the ohio ecological food and farm associations 40th annual conference, just farming. Oeffa conference saturday, february sunday, february 14, 2010 granville middle and high schools, 248 new burg st. Registration is now open for the ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 33rd annual conference, sowing the seeds of our food sovereignty, february 1819, 2012 in granville, ohio licking county. Early career farmers and those considering a farming vocation will get the information they need during a dedicated begin farming workshop track and networking opportunities that are part of the ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 39th annual conference, a taste for change, feb. Oeffas 42nd annual conference will be held in february 2021.
Conference program book administration for children and. We are thrilled with this new location, and excited about this years line up, said oeffa program director renee hunt. Agricultural justice advocate onika abraham to keynote. A bittersweet part of conference, we will remember ohio author, farmer, and longtime friend of the conference gene logsdon who passed away in. For 39 years, the oeffa conference has been the gathering place for sustainable and organic farmers and, more recently, researchers to share information, said carol goland, executive director of oeffa. Registration open for ohio sustainable food and farm conference.
This presentation is a celebration to local farmers in the project and athens county newest winery. Ohio ecological food and farm association oeffa events calendar. A matter of common sense, small farms are real farms. Agriculture research and education ncrsare programs farmers. A bittersweet part of conference, we will remember ohio author, farmer, and longtime friend of the conference gene logsdon who passed away in may. Were so pleased to have onika at our 2019 conference, which is focused on agricultural justice, said oeffa program director renee hunt. The national organic certification cost share program noccsp reimburses. However, for those who would still like a printed program, you may download your copy here, print it, and bring it with you. Michael is the land access program associate at the national young farmers coalition nyfc. Riddle was the keynote speaker friday afternoon, but i missed his talk due to my volunteer shift. Organic farmer to keynote sustainable food conference farm. Ohio ecological food and farm association oeffa events. The need to connect soil and human health with social justice and fairness on the farm will be the focus of a keynote address by longtime organic farmer, agricultural justice advocate, and writer elizabeth henderson at the ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 40th annual conference.
It is a collaboration between the oeffa and jess lamar reece holler, an advocate of organic farming as well as a popular folklorist. Ohios largest sustainable food and farm conference features. The conference will take place saturday, february 16 and sunday, february 17, 20 in granville, ohio licking county. Oeffa is a statewide organic farming education and advocacy group. Registration now open for ohio sustainable food and farm. Acknowledging the roots of agriculture and considering the ways in which injustice continue to permeate it is essential for forging a path to a healthier food system. Registration open for food and farm conference troy.
Saturday morning i attended a session with jim riddle, whom the oeffa conference catalog listed as a 30 year veteran organic farmer, inspector, educator, policy analyst, and activist, titled an agenda for organic america. During this period, participants will develop a business plan, learn and network at the 40th annual oeffa conference, and develop a growing season learning plan to make the most out of onfarm learning opportunities during the 2019 season. Oeffa has operated an organic certification program since 1981. Registration open for food and farm conference troy daily news. Cultivating a resilient, just, and sustainable agricultural system can help farmers mitigate their climate risks, and address our global crisis. Ohio ecological food and farm association oeffa organic. Ohio ecological food and farm association home facebook. In view of the decision to cancel the facetoface conference asms will shift our program to an online format. Heres your chance to get great deals on scads of food and farming book titles. With more than 70 workshops, covering everything from commercial production, livestock, food and farm policy, urban agriculture, research, sustainable living, and more, oeffa s conference has something to offer everyone. Nov 21, 2019 the ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 40th annual conference, a climate for change, will run thursday, feb. While the standards and the process have evolved since then, what hasnt changed is oeffas commitment to uphold the integrity of organics and provide farmers and handlerprocessors a pathway for profitability.
Poster and oral abstracts accepted for the conference will not be made public until a plan is in place for online format. Abrahams farm school nyc has trained more than 200 people through its programs. Drop off your farm and food books in good condition at oeffas book table, located in the exhibit hall. Oeffas begin farming coordinator rachel tayse and oeffa certified o. Ohio state organic experts among oeffa conference speakers.
Oeffas begin farming program provides aspiring and early career farmers the support they need to understand what it takes to get into farming and grow their businesses, with the goal of increasing the number of successful sustainable and organic farmers in ohio. The ohio ecological food and farm association news is. Looking for ceus from the annual conference in phoenix, az. With more than 70 workshops, covering everything from commercial production, livestock, food and farm policy, urban agriculture, research, sustainable living, and more, oeffas conference has something to offer everyone. This years event features speakers and sessions dedicated to creating a climate to change agriculture, said oeffa program director renee hunt.
Financing and organizing the conference is the member countrys responsibility. Ohio ecological food and farm association, columbus, oh. The ohio ecological food and farm association oeffa was founded in 1979 as a broadbased membership association of farmers, gardeners and consumers working together to promote a sustainable, permanent, accountable and healthful agriculture in ohio and elsewhere. Please stay tuned for additional information in the coming weeks. The conference will kick off our milestone anniversary and celebrate oeffa turning 40, as we explore the theme of justice in our food system and creating a more equitable and ecological path for the next 40 years, said oeffa program director renee hunt. Agricultural justice advocate onika abraham to keynote 40th annual ohio sustainable food and farm conference. The southeast oeffa chapter is inviting you to join them for a presentation led by erin labelle, social enterprise photgraphy coordinator, featuring work by athens photo project artist. A climate for change, february 15, 2020 in dayton, ohio.
Ohio ecological food and farm association oeffa certification 41 croswell rd columbus oh 43214 o effa is participating in a pilot program to offer certified grassfed organic livestock verification in 2019. Rodales jeff moyer to keynote oeffa conference morning. We also encourage you to donate your gently used farm and food books at conference, or before the event. His most recent book is can we feed the world without destroying it. Oeffa conference 2020 ohios largest sustainable food and farm conference. The ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 40th annual conference, a climate for change. The ghgt conferences are held every two years in an iea ghgs member country. Conference program and guide to the exhibition league book in an effort to serve our conference participants, presenters, and exhibitors, a digital copy of the 2017 innovations conference program and guide to the exhibition is now available. If you are an oeffa member who would like to be active in our climate change work, contact us today. Her years of organic produce farming and marketing, and her experience dealing with sprawl and land ownership issues will inspire and deliver a wealth of information.
The conference is three days of learning, networking, sharing, and breaking bread with an inspiring and growing community of farmers and local food advocates, said oeffa program director. The ohio ecological food and farm associations oeffa 38th annual conference, growing today, transforming tomorrow, will run thursday, feb. It includes farmers, consumers, gardeners, chefs, political activists, teachers, researchers, retailers, and students. Book signing table oeffas book table will have new and used books. Inside oeffa joins lawsuit to end monsantos practice of. Registration now open for oeffas sustainable food and. This program includes workshops, networking, and other activities and. Oeffa offers beginning farmer training program in october. With 80 food and farm related workshops to choose from, as well as an excellent trade show, there is something for everyone. Ph conference and scientific sessions in dallas, texas.
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