Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) connects consumers with local farms by allowing them to become shareholders. This publication offers farmers foundational tools to start a CSA, explores innovative variations of the model, and discusses future possibilities for enhancing community engagement and sustainability in farming.

This publication, the third in a series by Dr. Elena Garcia at the University of Arkansas, offers practical tips for optimal table grape growth in high tunnels. Key topics include managing temperature, irrigation, and soil fertility to create the best growing conditions.

Discover key diseases impacting apple production with this helpful guide. Identify symptoms, causes, and solutions.

Peach production can be impacted by various key diseases. This handy guide will help you identify these diseases and understand their causes and solutions.

This publication provides information on sources of fertility for organic small grains that are acceptable according to the USDA National Organic Program standards.

Profitability is a challenge for agriculture businesses. This guide covers key questions to plan for success, including understanding financial capabilities, production costs, and marketing options. It also offers additional resources for further learning to help you enhance your profitability.

Farmers can earn payments for enhancing ecosystem services, like clean water and air quality. Programs include direct payments, certifications, tax incentives, and ecosystem service markets. This publication details each type and provides case studies, helping farmers assess the benefits of participating in these markets.

This publication describes the major diseases and insect pests of peaches and discusses organic or least-toxic control options for each. It profiles a successful organic peach grower in California, discusses new-generation synthetic and organic pesticides, and describes organic peach research for the East, as well as a model reduced-spray program for the East.

This publication addresses the four general topics related to organic certification for pigs: source of animals, feed, healthcare, and living conditions. Emphasis is given to reviewing allowed and prohibited practices for the experienced pig farmer considering organic pig production.

Biochar, made from biomass through pyrolysis, improves soil health by enhancing nutrient retention and supporting soil life. This informative publication discusses the history and future of biochar, as well as potential benefits and challenges from economic and biological perspectives.

Companion planting helps certain plants thrive together, offering benefits like pest control and weed suppression. This guide includes scientific and traditional insights, a companion planting chart for herbs, vegetables, and flowers, and details on the Three Sisters method from Native American practices.

This publication kicks off a series on high tunnel grape production, led by Dr. Elena Garcia at the University of Arkansas. It covers selecting and building high tunnels, soil preparation, choosing table grape varieties, planting, and managing young grape vines for optimal growth.