This factsheet describes the biology and identifying characteristics of yellow and purple nutsedge (Cyperus rotundus), two persistent perennial weeds that spread primarily through underground tubers and rhizomes. It explains their growth habits, seasonal emergence, and environmental preferences, and outlines organic management strategies to gradually reduce infestations and limit the spread of tubers in cropping systems.

Join Rodale Institute for an engaging follow-up to the previous webinar, “Markets ROI of Organic Transition for Grain Farmers,” where we dive deeper into the perspectives of buyers in the organic grain market. Gather insights from buyers across the U.S. on their sourcing needs, learn about key factors that influence buyer decisions, and learn how to build strong, collaborative relationships with buyers.

This factsheet explains the biology and growth habits of Canada thistle (Cirsium arvense), a perennial weed that spreads aggressively through both wind-dispersed seeds and an extensive underground root system. It describes why the plant is difficult to control and outlines organic management strategies that exhaust root reserves and prevent new seed production.

Are you considering the transition to organic farming for your grain farm or want to improve the return on investment for your organic farm through markets? In this insightful webinar hosted by Rodale Institute, you will receive an overview of the organic grain market landscape and its growth potential from economic experts and farmers who successfully transitioned to organic grain production.

This factsheet describes the identification, biology, and life cycle of flea beetles that commonly attack brassica crops such as cabbage, kale, broccoli, and mustard greens. It explains how these pests damage plants, outlines conditions that influence flea beetle populations, and presents ecological pest management strategies, including monitoring, supporting beneficial insects, and using diversified cropping.

Are you considering the transition to organic farming for your dairy farm or want to improve the return on investment for your organic farm through markets? Join Rodale Institute for an insightful webinar on the organic dairy market landscape, and learn from a panelist of farmers who have successfully transitioned to organic dairy production.

This factsheet explains how to identify and manage spotted wing drosophila (Drosophila suzukii), an insect pest that damages berries and small stone fruits by laying eggs inside ripening fruit. It describes the insect’s appearance and life cycle, and outlines organic management strategies including trap monitoring, improving field sanitation, harvesting frequently, and supporting beneficial insects to reduce pest pressure.

Join Rodale Institute for an engaging follow-up to the previous webinar, “Markets ROI of Organic Transition for Livestock Farmers,” where we dive deeper into the perspectives of buyers in the organic livestock market. Gather insights from buyers across the U.S. on their sourcing needs, learn about key factors that influence buyer decisions, and learn how to build strong, collaborative relationships with buyers.

This factsheet explains how to identify and manage flea beetles that commonly attack crops in the nightshade family, such as potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant, and peppers. It outlines ecological pest-management strategies for organic systems, such as monitoring populations, supporting beneficial insects, and using crop diversity and other cultural practices to reduce damage to solanaceous crops.

Are you considering the transition to organic farming for your livestock farm or want to improve the return on investment for your organic farm through markets? Join us for an insightful virtual webinar designed to help you understand the economic potential of organic livestock markets and equip you with the tools to evaluate your own transition.

The 2022 National Organic Research Agenda (NORA) is a national report informed by surveys from over 1,100 certified organic and 71 transitioning-organic farmers and ranchers across North America. Read about current organic production systems, production and non-production challenges, technical assistance needs, and concerns related to organic agriculture.

Join Rodale Institute for an engaging follow-up to the previous webinar, “Markets ROI of Organic Transition for Vegetable Farmers,” where we dive deeper into the perspectives of buyers in the organic vegetable market. Gather insights from buyers across the U.S. on their sourcing needs, learn about key factors that influence buyer decisions, and learn how to build strong, collaborative relationships with buyers.