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Organic Farm Buffer Zones

This factsheet, published by Marbleseed, provides guidance to organic farmers on how to implement buffer zones to protect crops from contamination.

Factsheet/Guidebook

Organic Farm Buffer Zones

This factsheet, published by Marbleseed, provides guidance to organic farmers on how to implement buffer zones to protect crops from contamination.

Source: Marbleseed
Keywords: Conservation and Habitat, Insect/Pest Management

Managing Split & Parallel Production Crop Systems

This factsheet, published by Marbleseed, is designed to help producers navigate the complexities of managing split and parallel production systems while maintaining…

Factsheet/Guidebook

Managing Split & Parallel Production Crop Systems

This factsheet, published by Marbleseed, is designed to help producers navigate the complexities of managing split and parallel production systems while maintaining organic integrity.

Source: Marbleseed
Keywords: Cropping Systems, Business and Marketing

Transition to Organic: Alfalfa Production in Utah

This factsheet, published by Utah State University Extension, provides guidance for growers considering shifting to organic alfalfa production in Utah. It presents…

Factsheet/Guidebook

Transition to Organic: Alfalfa Production in Utah

This factsheet, published by Utah State University Extension, provides guidance for growers considering shifting to organic alfalfa production in Utah. It presents an overview of organic production systems, relevant certification requirements under the National Organic Program (NOP), and crop-specific considerations such as seeding, fertility, pest management, and market opportunities.

Source: Utah State University
Keywords: Transitioning to Organic, Cropping Systems
Crop/Livestock Type: Alfalfa

Field Production of Organic Chile

This factsheet, published by New Mexico State University Extension, presents an introduction to organic chile pepper production in the Southwest region of…

Factsheet/Guidebook

Field Production of Organic Chile

This factsheet, published by New Mexico State University Extension, presents an introduction to organic chile pepper production in the Southwest region of the United States. Topics covered include organic certification, site selection, soil fertility, weed/pest/disease management, and more!

Source: New Mexico State University
Keywords: Crop Nutrient Management, Weed Management, Disease Management
Crop/Livestock Type: Chile Pepper, Pepper

Can Precision Irrigation Be an Effective Approach to Suppress Weed Pressure in Organic Lettuce Systems?

This factsheet, published by the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, examines how precision irrigation technologies, particularly subsurface drip irrigation (SDI) combined with…

Factsheet/Guidebook

Can Precision Irrigation Be an Effective Approach to Suppress Weed Pressure in Organic Lettuce Systems?

This factsheet, published by the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, examines how precision irrigation technologies, particularly subsurface drip irrigation (SDI) combined with sensor-based scheduling, can suppress weed growth and improve water-use efficiency in organic iceberg lettuce production.

Source: University of Arizona Cooperative Extension
Keywords: Crop Nutrient Management, Weed Management
Crop/Livestock Type: Lettuce

Operation of a Subsurface Drip Irrigation System Under National Organic Plan (NOP) Organic Certification Standards

This report, published by North Valley Organics, details the design, installation, and three-year performance of a 16-acre subsurface drip irrigation (SDI) system…

Factsheet/Guidebook

Operation of a Subsurface Drip Irrigation System Under National Organic Plan (NOP) Organic Certification Standards

This report, published by North Valley Organics, details the design, installation, and three-year performance of a 16-acre subsurface drip irrigation (SDI) system at Rio Grande Community Farm in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It explores how integrating SDI with no- or minimal-tillage practices poses operational challenges and shares practical solutions and key lessons for organic producers.

Source: North Valley Organics
Keywords: Crop Nutrient Management, Tools and Technology

Organic-Allowed Insecticide Options for the Management of Six Major Insect Pests in Arizona’s Vegetable Crops

This report, published by University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, provides an overview of research findings from field trials conducted during 2024/2025. The…

Factsheet/Guidebook

Organic-Allowed Insecticide Options for the Management of Six Major Insect Pests in Arizona’s Vegetable Crops

This report, published by University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, provides an overview of research findings from field trials conducted during 2024/2025. The report identifies several effective, organically-approved insecticide treatments and rotation strategies for six key vegetable crop pests.

Source: University of Arizona Cooperative Extension
Keywords: Insect/Pest Management

Making the Most of Mixtures: Considerations for Winter Cover Crops in Temperate Climates

Explore the benefits of cover crops for improving soil health and managing pests. Discover how planting mixtures can maximize these advantages and…

Factsheet/Guidebook

Making the Most of Mixtures: Considerations for Winter Cover Crops in Temperate Climates

Explore the benefits of cover crops for improving soil health and managing pests. Discover how planting mixtures can maximize these advantages and reduce pollution.

Source: eOrganic
Keywords: Soil Health, Insect/Pest Management, Cropping Systems
Crop/Livestock Type: Cover Crop

Managing Cruciferous and Solanaceous Flea Beetles in Organic Farming Systems

This resource provides insights into the biology and management of flea beetles affecting cruciferous and solanaceous crops, specifically tailored for organic farming…

Factsheet/Guidebook

Managing Cruciferous and Solanaceous Flea Beetles in Organic Farming Systems

This resource provides insights into the biology and management of flea beetles affecting cruciferous and solanaceous crops, specifically tailored for organic farming systems.

Source: eOrganic
Keywords: Insect/Pest Management
Crop/Livestock Type: Brassicas, Broccoli, Brussel Sprout, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Collard Greens, Eggplant, Kale, Pepper, Potato, Tomato

Spotted Wing Drosophila: Biology, Behavior and Organic Management

This article provides essential insights on the biology and management of spotted wing drosophila (SWD) in organic farming, based on a multi-university…

Factsheet/Guidebook

Spotted Wing Drosophila: Biology, Behavior and Organic Management

This article provides essential insights on the biology and management of spotted wing drosophila (SWD) in organic farming, based on a multi-university study. Explore more on this dedicated SWD resource website and recent webinar.

Source: eOrganic
Keywords: Insect/Pest Management

High Soil Test Phosphorus and Potassium Levels on a Long-Term Organic Farm: Trends, Causes, and Solutions

This resource highlights the implications of high soil phosphorus and potassium levels from manure use, addressing potential environmental impacts and nutrient management…

Factsheet/Guidebook

High Soil Test Phosphorus and Potassium Levels on a Long-Term Organic Farm: Trends, Causes, and Solutions

This resource highlights the implications of high soil phosphorus and potassium levels from manure use, addressing potential environmental impacts and nutrient management strategies for sustainable organic vegetable farming.

Source: eOrganic
Keywords: Soil Health, Crop Nutrient Management

Phil Foster Ranches Disease Management System

Phil Foster Ranches offers an integrated disease management program combining soil building, crop rotation, sanitation, resistant varieties, and monitoring, utilizing pesticides only…

Factsheet/Guidebook

Phil Foster Ranches Disease Management System

Phil Foster Ranches offers an integrated disease management program combining soil building, crop rotation, sanitation, resistant varieties, and monitoring, utilizing pesticides only when necessary for effective control.

Source: eOrganic
Keywords: Disease Management

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