Join Lynn Clarkson from AC21 as he discusses coexistence strategies for organic, non-GMO, and GMO crops, focusing on adventitious presence and exploring compromises to reduce unintended material in agricultural products.

This University of Tennessee Extension publication introduces three related planting strategies for organic and sustainable crop production: trap cropping, intercropping, and companion planting. It explains how trap crops lure pests away from cash crops, how intercropping combines complementary species to reduce pest pressure and increase productivity, and how companion planting fosters beneficial plant interactions.

Join Dr. Erin Silva in a webinar exploring 20+ years of data from the Wisconsin Integrated Cropping Systems Trial, focusing on organic crop performance, economic impacts, soil quality, and lessons for sustainable production amidst climate challenges.

This University of Tennessee Extension publication covers the uses and benefits of cover crops and green manures for organic and sustainable production. It describes cover crop types and their benefits such as improved soil structure, nitrogen fixation, nutrient enrichment, water conservation, weed suppression, and pest management. Guidance on establishment, termination methods, and selecting the most appropriate cover crop is provided.

Join Brad Heins from the University of Minnesota as he explores breeding and genetic strategies for organic dairies, covering breed evaluations, crossbreeding research, and economic performance insights to enhance your farm's success.

This University of Tennessee Extension publication explains the importance of biodiversity in organic and sustainable farming systems. It outlines the benefits of diverse cropping systems — including improved soil quality, disruption of pest and disease cycles, support for beneficial organisms, and reduced economic risk. Learn about diversifying plant species, crop rotation, intercropping, cover cropping, conservation tillage, and incorporation of organic matter.

Join Brad Heins, Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota, for a webinar focusing on organic dairy production and out-wintering. Out-wintering involves keeping livestock outside for some or all of the winter. Learn about a study that evaluated the effect of two winter housing systems on organic dairy production, somatic cell counts (SCC), body weight, body condition scores (BCS), and dry matter intake (DMI).

This report, produced by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), provides an overview of cover crop selection, how to develop a cover crop mix, how to enhance the benefits of cover cropping, and other tips and resources for organic farmers.

Join Drs. Heins and Moon in a webinar to explore effective organic fly control options for dairy livestock, comparing the Bruce Fly Trap and Spalding Cow-Vac, based on research from the University of Minnesota.

This guidebook outlines the importance of plant breeding in organic production systems, detailing how farmers can select crop varieties with traits for growth, weed competitiveness, efficient nutrient use, and resilience. It also discusses strategies for sourcing regionally adapted seed and conducting on-farm variety trials.

Join Dr. Brad Heins, Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota, for a webinar focusing on pasture management and forage species selection in organic dairy production systems. Dr. Heins will discuss forage quality of cool-season and warm-season grasses and present findings from a recent study on the performance of dairy cows grazing in these pasture systems.

This guidebook examines research on water management and water quality in organic farming systems. It explains how soil health practices affect water infiltration, retention, and irrigation efficiency. The guide also reviews research on managing irrigation, reducing nutrient and sediment runoff, and protecting water quality.