Resources for Transitioning to Organic Farming
It takes three years of organic management before land can be certified organic.
Take a look at the resources below for info on the transition process.
Transitioning to Organic Crop Production
MOSES Fact Sheet
Offers an outline of issues and timelines for transitioning cropland or pasture to organic production.
Transitioning to Organic Dairy Production
MOSES Fact Sheet
Describes the practices for organic dairy production.
The Organic Dairy Handbook
Available from NOFA-NY for free download. The Handbook is a whole-farm management resource for farmers interested in organic production.
Transitioning to Organic Beef Production
MOSES Fact Sheet
Describes the practices for organic beef production.
Transitioning to Organic Vegetable Production
MOSES Fact Sheet
Outlines the vegetable production issues and criteria.
Transitioning to Organic Sheep and Goat Dairy Production
MOSES Fact Sheet
Describes the practices for organic sheep and goat dairy production.
Transitioning to Organic Sheep and Goat Meat Production
MOSES Fact Sheet
Describes the practices for organic sheep and goat meat production.
Organic Egg Production
MOSES Fact Sheet
Describes the practices for organic egg production.
Organic Poultry Meat Production
MOSES Fact Sheet
Describes the practices for organic poultry meat production.
Transitioning to Organic Production
Sustainable Ag. Network 32-page PDF
Publication includes an intro to organic farming, 4 organic farmer profiles,
the economics of organic production, how to begin transitioning, and more.
The Rodale Institute and NewFarm "Transition to Organic" online course
A 15-hour, multi-step program designed to help you understand the National Organic Standards.
Northeast Organic Dairy Producers Association (NODPA)
Newsletter and online resources for organic and transitioning dairy producers.
Excellent listserve available for those interested in organic dairy issues (O-Dairy).
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