Meet a Grower: Haury Farms

Meet a Grower: Haury Farms

Meet the Haury Family Meet the multi-generational citrus growers behind Homegrown Organic Farms’ pummelos, mandarins, and pomegranates! Jim Haury started farming his father Edgar Haury’s citrus fields planted in 1945 ... Read MoreRead More

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Alumni Spotlight: Rachel Winner ’09

Meet Rachel Winner, a College Farm and Dickinson alumni with the class of 2009, majoring in international studies with a Spanish minor! Learn where life has taken Rachel since her ... Read MoreRead More

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2025! Welcome to a new season at sosnicki’s!

2025! Welcome to a new season at sosnicki’s!

It’s hard for us to believe how fast time is going by! Our kids are growing up at lightning speed. Our farm’s commercial kitchen was completed in September 2024 and… ... Read MoreRead More

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Vegan Cake – Four Ways!

We’re back with another recipe from the College Farm’s cooking classes on campus – this time a baking class! Professor Siobhan Phillips walked our students through four different chocolate cake ... Read MoreRead More

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Blueberry Bliss Muffins

In February, the American Heart Association recognizes American Heart Month to raise awareness and promote heart health. At Dickinson College, Human Resources is celebrating National Wear Red Day on February ... Read MoreRead More

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Alumni Spotlight: Atandi Anyona ’10

Meet Atandi Anyona, a College Farm and Dickinson alumni with the class of 2010, double majored Environmental Science and Africana Studies! Learn where life has taken Atandi since his time ... Read MoreRead More

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Strawberry Spinach Banana Smoothie

Strawberry Spinach Banana Smoothie

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Unlocking the Full Potential of Organic Agriculture: OFRF’s
Policy Priorities for the Future

Unlocking the Full Potential of Organic Agriculture: OFRF’s Policy Priorities for the Future

At OFRF, we believe that strategic, science-based policies can unlock the full potential of organic farming. Our new Policy Priorities align research investments with market opportunities, enhance technical and financial ... Read MoreRead More

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Ask a Nutritionist: Heart Healthy Foods

Ask a Nutritionist: Heart Healthy Foods

Alyssa Justice, RDN Jacy Beckenhauer, RD Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States. The wonderful thing to note is that, through diet and ... Read MoreRead More

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Alumni Spotlight: Will Kochtitzky ’16

Meet College Farm and Dickinson Alumni, Will Kochtitzky ’16, an Earth Sciences major. Will worked 6 semesters and part of a summer (2013) at the farm from spring 2013 to ... Read MoreRead More

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Lemon Garlic Cauliflower Rice

Lemon Garlic Cauliflower Rice

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Cauliflower Rice

Cauliflower Rice

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2024: A Year in Review

2024: A Year in Review

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Advancing Organic Agriculture: Sharing Fire Blight Research
with Rep. DeLauro’s Office

Advancing Organic Agriculture: Sharing Fire Blight Research with Rep. DeLauro’s Office

Dr. Quan Zeng is a plant pathologist, focusing on bacterial plant pathogens, specifically Erwinia amylovora, the cause of fire blight. Federal funding for organic agricultural research is crucial to continue ... Read MoreRead More

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Agricultural Runoff: Organic Practices as a Method for
Marine Conservation

Agricultural Runoff: Organic Practices as a Method for Marine Conservation

This month, our Policy & Programs intern takes a deep dive into the intersection of agriculture and marine health, highlighting how agricultural runoff impacts our oceans and estuaries. As a ... Read MoreRead More

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How Hosting NRCS Farm Tours Can Open Doors for Organic
Farmers

How Hosting NRCS Farm Tours Can Open Doors for Organic Farmers

Offering real-world conservation planning for NRCS staff can open doors for organic farmers. Farmshare Austin shares their recent tour experience and tips for hosting your own NRCS farm tour. ... Read MoreRead More

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OFRF Launches Organic Stewardship Council to Strengthen
Farmer-Centered Programs and Advocacy

OFRF Launches Organic Stewardship Council to Strengthen Farmer-Centered Programs and Advocacy

OFRF is proud to announce the launch of the Organic Stewardship Council, a new advisory group that ensures farmers remain at the heart of our research, education, and advocacy efforts. ... Read MoreRead More

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Sauteed Kohlrabi

Sauteed Kohlrabi

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Brown Sugar Dill Carrots

Brown Sugar Dill Carrots

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Farmer-Led Trials Program Spotlight: Kennebec Valley
Farm

Farmer-Led Trials Program Spotlight: Kennebec Valley Farm

Up on a ridge in rural Maine, Jennifer Barrientos runs Kennebec Valley Farm. She is certified organic and uses no till and biodynamic methods to grow her produce. Jennifer is ... Read MoreRead More

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Why I Spend My Time With OFRF, Relections on 2024 From Our
Board President

Why I Spend My Time With OFRF, Relections on 2024 From Our Board President

Farmer and OFRF Board President, April Thatcher, reflects on how her farm's winter routine parallels the transformative work of OFRF in 2024. From farmer-led research and climate resilience to equitable ... Read MoreRead More

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Is the Future of Organic Food at Risk? Research Funding
Holds the Answer

Is the Future of Organic Food at Risk? Research Funding Holds the Answer

USDA organic research programs like OREI and ORG have fueled groundbreaking innovations in sustainable farming, benefiting farmers and the environment alike. But proposed funding cuts threaten their progress at a ... Read MoreRead More

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The OFRF Intern Archive

The OFRF Intern Archive

OFRF periodically hosts part-time interns who receive academic credit in exchange for 12-15 hours of work per week. Interns help us with the critical day-to-day tasks that keep our organization ... Read MoreRead More

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Snow fights rain

Snow fought the rain, and so far, the snow won.… Read the rest ... Read MoreRead More

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2024 Annual Report

Check out our Annual Report to learn more about our production, initiatives, and highlights from the year down on the farm! —> College Farm Report 2024 ... Read MoreRead More

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Rainbow Collard Green Wraps

Rainbow Collard Green Wraps

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Blanching Collard Greens

Blanching Collard Greens

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Field Day Toolkit: Build Community Through Sharing
Knowledge

Field Day Toolkit: Build Community Through Sharing Knowledge

Field days provide a unique space for farmers, researchers, and agricultural professionals to come together to share insights, learn from one another, and foster future collaborations. Discover a roadmap and ... Read MoreRead More

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Looking Back, Planning Ahead

Looking Back, Planning Ahead

As we move into 2025 we’re taking a look back at what happened with agricultural policy in 2024, and what it means for the year ahead. Discover what the legislative ... Read MoreRead More

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Bryan Wood

Bryan Wood

Director of Farm Resources, Organic Valley The post Bryan Wood appeared first on Organic Farming Research Foundation. ... Read MoreRead More

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Happy New Year!

This is a placeholder post, here until the year’s photo posting begins… … Read the rest ... Read MoreRead More

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OFRF Welcomes Two New Members to Its Board of
Directors

OFRF Welcomes Two New Members to Its Board of Directors

We’re excited to welcome Carrie-Anne Palmeri of Nature’s Path Organic Foods and Bryan Wood of Organic Valley/CROPP to OFRF’s Board of Directors. The post OFRF Welcomes Two New Members ... Read MoreRead More

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Cloud Seeding in Idaho: What You Need to Know

Cloud Seeding in Idaho: What You Need to Know

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