eOrganic author: Michelle Wander, University of Illinois This article covers basic information about organic potting mixes for organic farming systems. It includes an overview covering the kinds of media (compost,...
June 12, 2019
eOrganic author: Dr. Geoff Zehnder, Professor, Department of Entomology and Coordinator, IPM & Sustainable Agriculture Programs, Clemson University Scientific Names: Pickleworm (Diaphania nitidalis); Melonworm (Diaphania hyalinata); Crambidae (formerly Pyralidae); LEPIDOPTERA...
June 11, 2019
This video describes ongoing interdisciplinary research that explores how the use of domestic sheep—rather than traditional farming equipment—to manage fallow land and terminate cover crops may enable farmers who grow...
June 10, 2019
Videos for organic farming YouTube eOrganic YouTube channel-find all videos and webinar recordings Webinars by eOrganic Upcoming webinars and archived recordings Organic Dairy Farming Videos about Organic Dairy Farming -...
June 9, 2019
Current and Future Prospects For Biodegradable Plastic Mulch in Certified Organic Production Systems
eOrganic authors: Dr. Andrew T. Corbin Ph.D., Washington State University Dr. Carol A. Miles Ph.D., Washington State University Jeremy Cowan, Washington State University Dr. Douglas G. Hayes Ph.D., University of...
June 5, 2019
eOrganic author: David Granatstein, Washington State University Introduction Fire blight is a serious disease of apple and pear caused by the bacterium Erwinia amylovora. It originated in the United States...
June 4, 2019
eOrganic authors: Devon Patillo, CCOF Dr. Jacquie Jacob Ph.D., University of Kentucky Introduction Organic poultry producers are required to keep records to demonstrate compliance with USDA National Organic Program (NOP)...
May 31, 2019
eOrganic authors: Emily Marriott, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Ed Zaborski, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Introduction Composting transforms raw organic residues into humus-like material through the activity of soil...
May 31, 2019
eOrganic author: Dr. Julie Grossman, North Carolina State University What Is Inoculation? Legumes growing together with soil bacteria called rhizobia work together to take atmospheric nitrogen (N2) found in soil...
May 31, 2019
Source: Adapted from: Clark, A. (ed.) 2007. Managing cover crops profitably. 3rd ed. National SARE Outreach Handbook Series Book 9. National Agricultural Laboratory, Beltsville, MD. (Available online at: http://www.sare.org/publications/covercrops.htm) (verified...
May 31, 2019
About the Webinar This webinar took place on May 15, 2014. The inclusion of highly digestible legumes like birdsfoot trefoil (BFT) in pasture plantings can increase the productivity of grazing...
May 31, 2019
eOrganic author: Mark Schonbeck, Virginia Association for Biological Farming Introduction Ecological weed management begins with careful planning of the cropping system to minimize weed problems, and seeks to utilize biological...
May 24, 2019
eOrganic author: Garry Stephenson, Oregon State University Farmers approach direct marketing in a variety of ways using single or multiple channels. The goal generally is to develop a strategy to...
May 22, 2019
eOrganic author: Dr. Jacquie Jacob Ph.D., University of Kentucky NOTE: Before using any feed ingredient make sure that the ingredient is listed in your Organic System Plan and approved by...
May 22, 2019
eOrganic author: Jim Riddle, University of Minnesota Websites Agricultural Marketing Service - National Organic Program [Online]. Agricultural Marketing Service United States Department of Agriculture. Washington, DC. Available at: http://www.ams.usda.gov/nop (verified...
May 22, 2019
eOrganic author: William E. Snyder, Department of Entomology, Washington State University - Pullman This article examines the biology and management of cucumber beetles within organic farming systems. Cucumber Beetle Biology...
May 21, 2019
This webinar was presented by Jennifer Reeve and Earl Creech of Utah State University on November 10, 2015. About the Webinar Dryland organic wheat production in the arid West encompasses...
May 21, 2019
Resources Mentioned in the Webinar Fruit Crop Pest Models - WSU Decision Aid System Garden Insects of North America - W. Cranshaw Natural Enemies Handbook - M.L Flint, S. Dreistadt...
May 20, 2019
Find all archived eOrganic webinars and conference broadcast recordings on organic farming and research organized by topic on this page. For a chronological listing of webinars and for upcoming webinars,...
May 17, 2019
Please join the Organic Farming Research Foundation and eOrganic for a series of 9 webinars focused on the topics covered in their new Soil Health and Organic Farming educational guides:...
May 17, 2019
eOrganic author: Dr. Michelle M. Wander, University of Illinois Source: Some content and the structure of the article is based on the consensus about indicators compiled by the North Central...
May 16, 2019
This webinar took place on November 4, 2015. The recording will be available here in about a week from that date! About the Webinar This webinar is aimed at a...
May 16, 2019
eOrganic author: Russell F. Mizell III, University of Florida Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Note that the best plants to use as trap crops for the Brown Marmarated Stink Bug (BMSB)...
May 16, 2019
This webinar was recorded on November 17, 2016. This webinar will discuss the impacts of extreme weather on organic farming systems in the Midwest region and explore opportunities for increased...
May 16, 2019
eOrganic authors: Garry Stephenson, Oregon State University Larry Lev, Oregon State University Farm direct marketing involves selling a product from the farm directly to customers. Often, the farmer receives a...
May 16, 2019
eOrganic author: Michelle Wander, University of Illinois In organic farming systems, soil fertility means more than just providing plants with macro- and micronutrients. Effective fertility management considers plants, soil organic...
May 16, 2019
eOrganic author: Debra Sohm-Lawson Pacific Northwest Case studies were developed to provide information about the direct marketing opportunities that exist for farmers and how these opportunities are approached by a...
May 16, 2019
This webinar by Dr. Yong-Lak Park of West Virginia University was recorded on January 22, 2015 About the Webinar Brown marmorated stink bugs (BMSB) have caused considerable economic damage in...
May 16, 2019
Source: Adapted from: Clark, A. (ed.) 2007. Managing cover crops profitably. 3rd ed. National SARE Outreach Handbook Series Book 9. National Agricultural Laboratory, Beltsville, MD. (Available online at: http://www.sare.org/publications/covercrops.htm) (verified...
May 7, 2019
eOrganic author: Kim Stoner, The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station Source: Stoner, K., S. Gilman, S. Vanek, B. Caldwell, C. Mohler, M. McGrath, D. Conner, A. Rangarajan. 2008. Organic vegetable farms...
May 3, 2019
This webinar took place on October 19, 2016. About the Webinar Presented by Dr. John Murphy of Auburn University, this presentation will focus on four commonly occurring aphid-borne viruses that...
May 3, 2019
Striped cucumber beetle (SCB) is one of the most challenging insects to control in organic cucurbit production. The presenters will discuss the basics of SCB biology, cultural practices that can...
May 3, 2019
This webinar, by Chris Smart of Cornell University, was recorded on December 6, 2016. About the Webinar Downy mildew of cucumber, pumpkin and other cucurbits occurs annually in the Northeastern...
May 2, 2019
eOrganic authors: Michelle Wander, University of Illinois Nick Andrews, Oregon State University John McQueen, Oregon State University This article provides an overview of key concepts in organic fertility management, a...
May 2, 2019
eOrganic authors: Carl Rosato, Woodleaf Farm Helen Atthowe, Woodleaf Farm Alex Stone, Oregon State University This article is part of the Woodleaf Farm Organic Systems Description. Introduction Outcomes Soil Organic...
May 2, 2019
eOrganic author: Ellen Phillips, University of Illinois Introduction Soil testing is one of several diagnostic tools used to evaluate soil quality, specifically pH, and soil nutrient and organic matter levels....
May 2, 2019
This webinar took place on February 5-6, 2016. Find recordings from this conference on this YouTube playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZMuQJAj6rOr3wInvtKfI-APyn5DL_Hrt To find out more about the in-person conference, check the Organic Seed Alliance...
May 2, 2019
eOrganic author: Margaret Tuttle McGrath Ph.D., Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology, Cornell University Introduction Late blight, which is caused by the pathogen Phytophthora infestans, is one of the most destructive...
May 2, 2019
This webinar took place on February 1, 2017. About the Webinar Spotted wing drosophila (SWD) has emerged as a devastating pest of small and stone fruits worldwide. Losses due to...
May 2, 2019
This webinar took place on February 7, 2017 About the Webinar Habitats on organic farms—whether hedgerows, wind breaks, filter strips, fallow fields, crops in rotation and other areas—can provide conservation...
