CT NOFA is proud to announce that Jim Riddle will be our 2026 Winter Conference Keynote Speaker. For more than 40 years, Jim Riddle has been a leader in the organic community, as a farmer, inspector, educator, activist, and policy specialist. ctnofa.org/jim-riddle-p...

2026 Winter Conference information, 2026 keynote address announcement, and more in the January edition of Gleanings. mailchi.mp/ctnofa/janua...

2026 Winter Conference Workshop Preview DESIGNING, FINANCING, AND MANAGING FARM CONSTRUCTION AND INFRASTRUCTURE Presented by Baylee Drown and Ryan Quinn from Long Table Farm ctnofa.org/winter-confe...

2026 Winter Conference Workshop Preview BEEKEEPING BASICS AND BEEYOND Presented by Eric Fuchs-Stengel from the National Center for Appropriate Technology ctnofa.org/winter-confe...

2026 Winter Conference Workshop Preview FOOD SYSTEMS POLICY: HOW LOCAL FOOD CAN HELP SOLVE FOOD INSECURITY IN CONNECTICUT Presented by Christian Duborg from the Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity, and Opportunity ctnofa.org/winter-confe...

CT NOFA is proud to announce that Jim Riddle will be our 2026 Winter Conference Keynote Speaker. For more than 40 years, Jim Riddle has been a leader in the organic community, as a farmer, inspector, educator, activist, and policy specialist. ctnofa.org/jim-riddle-p...

2026 Winter Conference Workshop Preview ROOTED IN RESILIENCE: WILL YOUR PASTURED POULTRY PLAN HOLD UP IN THE REAL MARKET OR GET PUT OUT TO PASTURE? Presented by Aaron and Jared McCool from Steadfast Farms ctnofa.org/winter-confe...

Less than a month to help us pick this year's 'Organic Living on the Earth' awardee. Know someone who has improved and enriched their community through organic advocacy and practices? Nominate them for this year's Bill Duesing award!

Does your business or organization offer products or services that would be of interest to our conference attendees? Then join us at our Winter Conference on March 7, 2026 to connect with 300+ farmers, home gardeners, and organic advocates from across the region. ctnofa.org/call-for-exh...

Join CT NOFA and the CT Environmental Rights Amendment Alliance for an in-depth training session to prepare advocates to reach out across their local communities, respond to questions, and neutralize opposition to the CT Environmental Rights Amendment. ctnofa.org/event/advoca...

Our 2026 winter conference is coming your way in March and tickets are available now. Have you registered to join us yet?

Organic farms still haven’t received their 2025 certification cost-share reimbursements, despite Congress authorizing the funds. Visit the National Organic Coalition website to learn what you can do to help. www.nationalorganiccoalition.org/action-alert

2026 Winter Conference Workshop Preview ORGANIC APPROACHES TO PLANT DISEASE CONTROL Presented by Yonghao Li from the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station Register today for our Winter Conference to attend this and all of our other workshops. ctnofa.org/winter-confe...

We are very nearly BOOKED for workshops for our 2026 conference, but a few slots remain. If you have a workshop you'd like to present at our conference in March, please submit it before the end of the year!

CT NOFA confers the Bill Duesing award to a notable individual who or group which exemplifies the life mission of our founder, Bill Duesing, to improve the world through organic advocacy and practices. Visit our website for more information and to make a nomination. ctnofa.org/nominations-...

Friday's NOFA Interstate Council meeting is open to ALL NOFA MEMBERS from any chapter - but you must register to join the free Zoom call. Join us to learn more about NOFA's region-wide initiatives!

Looking for a great way to support organic agriculture and expand the reach of your business or organization? Become a sponsor of the CT NOFA 2026 Winter Conference!

Don't miss out on our 2026 winter conference - tickets are available right now!

2026 Winter Conference announcements, NOFA interstate council meeting information (open to all NOFA members), and more in the December edition of Gleanings. mailchi.mp/ctnofa/decem...

The NOFA Symposium starts TODAY. ctnofa.org/event/growin...

This year’s NOFA Interstate Council annual meeting is this Friday, December 19, at 9am EST (online). The annual meeting is open to ALL NOFA MEMBERS from any state chapter. ctnofa.org/event/nofa-i...

2026 Winter Conference Workshop Preview - POLICY FOR AN ORGANIC CONNECTICUT Presented by Dr. Kim Stoner from CT NOFA This workshop will review CT NOFA’s current policy priorities and connect with attendees to help share future policy decisions and actions. ctnofa.org/winter-confe...

Exhibitor slots for our 2026 Winter Conference are filling up fast. Register now to show off your business or services at our conference in March.

Farmers, join the National Organic Coalition this Wednesday for a free seminar, Simplifying the Paperwork: Record Keeping Strategies for Organic Farmers. www.nationalorganiccoalition.org/events/2025/...

Want to support CT NOFA's work and connect your business with our diverse conference audience of farmers, gardeners, and organic advocates? Become a conference sponsor!

Today is UN World Soil Health Day, held to focus attention on the value of healthy soil. In that spirit, we’re excited to announce our first workshop track for our 2026 Winter Conference, a series dedicated to understanding the three core metrics of living soil systems. ctnofa.org/winter-confe...

The submission window for workshop proposals for our 2026 winter conference is open now!

Our annual winter conference is our biggest event of the year, and it wouldn’t be possible without the support of our dedicated sponsors. Thank you to the Connecticut Land Conservation Council for their sponsorship! ctconservation.org

GivingTuesday is a global movement that encourages donations to organizations that make an impact in their community. We hope you'll consider the work that we do to defend organic agriculture, expand equitable food systems, and help ensure healthy food for all in Connecticut. ctnofa.org/support-us/

UConn Extension is putting forth a course to help you understand the best practices for your farm in a changing climate. Course includes expert instructors, tools under $2000 that are suggested for use, virtual field trips, and more. solidground.extension.uconn.edu/climatesmart/

The Bill Duesing Award Committee seeks new members to continue the tradition of selecting our annual Bill Duesing Award winner. Committee members are expected to be involved with and knowledgeable about the sustainable and organic agriculture community in Connecticut. ctnofa.org/bill-duesing...

Our Winter Conference educational slate of workshops is made possible thanks to the interest and enthusiasm of our knowledgeable community members. We welcome all submissions for workshops that capture CT NOFA’s mission of fostering organic and regenerative agriculture. ctnofa.org/request-for-...

Farmers: you are invited to participate in a research study about farmers and their values. Completing the survey should take about 30 minutes. At the end, you will be compensated with a $50 gift card for your time. qualtrics.uvm.edu/jfe/form/SV_...

Does your business or organization offer products or services that would be of interest to our conference attendees? Then join us at our Winter Conference on March 7, 2026 to connect with 300+ farmers, home gardeners, and organic advocates from across the region. ctnofa.org/call-for-exh...

CT NOFA’s educational work is crucial to developing a cultural foundation of ethical sustainability that future generations will pass down. We work to bring both knowledge and solutions to those who care about the future of agriculture and environment in our state. ctnofa.org/winter-confe...

Become a sponsor of the 2026 CT NOFA Winter Conference! In addition to helping us continue defend and expand the reach of organic agriculture, you’ll enjoy numerous benefits leading up to and at the conference. ctnofa.org/support-the-...

We’re excited to announce that our 44th annual winter conference will be taking place March 7, 2026, at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut. It will be proceeded by 3 days of virtual workshops, March 3-5. Visit our website to learn more. ctnofa.org/2026-ct-nofa...

2026 Winter Conference date and location announcement, advocacy news for November, and much more in this month’s edition of Gleanings. mailchi.mp/ctnofa/glean...

Our work in the capitol gives voice to those of us who so rarely are granted the opportunity to speak. This includes our effort to pass an Environmental Rights Amendment to the state constitution that would enshrine the right to a clean environment. ctnofa.org/support-us/

Living, organic soil is one of the most reliable carbon sinks. Our soil microscopy work contributes to healthy food AND helps combats climate change. Visit our website to make a contribution, begin or renew membership, or learn more about our programs and initiatives. ctnofa.org/support-us/

Our Organic Land Care program trains professionals how to restore landscapes to outposts of biodiversity, supporting the network of plants, animals, and insects that keep our ecosystems whole. To learn more about our programs and why we ask for your support, please visit our website: ctnofa.org

Through our ongoing Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP), CT NOFA has provided support to six Connecticut farms during their successful pursuit of organic certification. To learn more about our programs and why we ask for your support, please visit our website: ctnofa.org

CT Grown now has a Certified Organic label! Organic farmers can take advantage of FREE technical assistance with marketing/branding in association with this new label. Learn more about this cost-free marketing assistance on our website. ctnofa.org/free-marketi...

Earlier this year, CT NOFA faced a critical funding crossroads. Well into our programming for the year, we faced sudden and substantial cuts to federally funded programming that constituted the majority of our work for 2025. But then, something moving happened… ctnofa.org/a-more-organ...

An update on the SNAP situation in Connecticut from the CT NOFA Director of Policy & Advocacy. ctnofa.org/snap-news/

The continuing shutdown of the federal government means that SNAP food benefits will be halted on November 1. CT NOFA's Dr. Kim Stoner, shares the full story, along with what steps you can take to mitigate the harms that SNAP’s cancelation will cause. ctnofa.org/we-are-on-th...

The seven Northeast Organic Farming Association chapters are documenting the impacts of the current government shutdown, and the expiration of the enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits, on farmers and farm workers in our region. Visit our website to learn more. ctnofa.org/nofa-chapter...

Join CT Roundtable on Climate and Jobs for a full-day gathering on October 22 at Wesleyan University that connects grassroots organizers, community leaders, nonprofits, and funders working across housing, food and farming, clean energy, and public health. ctclimateandjobs.org/2025-ej-conv...

Don’t miss out! Our friends over at Common Ground are hosting their annual Farm + Garden Conference on Saturday, November 8 in New Haven! Visit their event page for all the details about this full day of hands-on workshops for all. ctnofa.org/happening/co...