TOPP Info Session Webinar – Learn How to Enroll Today

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Are you interested in learning about transitioning your farm to organic practices? Watch our webinar with co-op member Christian Zuckerman to learn more about the Transition to Organic Partnership Program!

The Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) is an USDA initiative aimed at supporting farmers and agricultural businesses who are interested in transitioning to become certified organic operations. The primary objectives of the program are to promote sustainable farming, increase organic food production, enhance ecosystem health, and to support the viability of local farms.

Farmers will be matched with a mentor to help guide them on the steps to transitioning to a certified organic operation through 45 hours of mentorship over a one year period. Mentors will be experts in the field and will provide guidance on farming practices, methods of management, record keeping and the application process. There are available resources to help make the transition (i.e. soil tests and similar) as well as a $500 stipend per farmer. Watch the zoom webinar to learn more – Passcode: T%U8Ac9j