Pennsylvania Certified Organic http://www.paorganic.org Pennsylvania Certified Organic Wed, 16 May 2012 20:25:05 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 NOP Final Rule: Amendment to the National List for Livestock http://www.paorganic.org/nop-final-rule-amendment-to-the-national-list-for-livestock http://www.paorganic.org/nop-final-rule-amendment-to-the-national-list-for-livestock#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 13:25:05 +0000 admin http://www.paorganic.org/?p=4139 The National Organic Program published a final rule in the Federal Register today that establishes exemptions (uses) for two substances in organic livestock production. Effective March 16, 2012, the National List will be amended by allowing the following substances as emergency treatment for dairy and breeder stock when approved preventive management fails to prevent parasite infestation:

  • Fenbendazole
  • Moxidectin

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Final Rule

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Millbrook Marsh Nature Center

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Description:

ClearWater Conservancy will hold its annual celebration of Spring Creek June 2 at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center. The event starts in the morning with a 5K run and continues through early afternoon with a host of educational events, conservation displays, programs, food and music for all ages. The festival is a free, rain or shine event.
Activities for children typically include a sing-along, a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, an aquatic bug hunt, giant bunnies, ambulance tours, animal tracking, rocks and minerals and pressed flower bookmarks and necklaces.
In addition, the Spring Creek Heritage Award, given jointly each year by ClearWater and the Spring Creek Chapter of Trout Unlimited, will be awarded during the festival. The award honors an individual who has worked to improve or protect Spring Creek.

To register for the fun run in advance, print registration form and mail with a check to:
ClearWater Conservancy
5K Registration
2555 N. Atherton Street
State College, PA 16803

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Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center at Rock Springs, Gate G

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Description:

Tour research plots and variety trials to see:

  • Emmer, einkorn, and spelt variety trials (organic & transitioning)
  • Wheat variety trials (soft & hard, winter & spring, heritage & modern varieties are included, organic & transitioning)
  • Fava bean seed production (organic)
  • Heritage hulless oats (non-organic)
  • Soybean performance after different histories of tillage, weed management, and crop rotation (organic)

Please RSVP to Charlie White at cmw29@psu.edu or 814-863-9922 if you plan to attend.


The research center is 2.5 miles west of Pine Grove Mills, PA along Rt. 45.  Enter at Gate G and follow signs to parking.

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Grange Fairgrounds

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Description:

Come together with family and friends to celebrate the bounty and beauty of a sustainable lifestyle that lives in harmony with the good earth. Join organic producers and consumers of all ages for fun activities, education and lively entertainment beginning Friday evening August 3rd and all day Saturday, August 4th.

Sponsorship, Vendor and Volunteer Opportunities Available!

]]> http://www.paorganic.org/pennsylvania-organic-farm-fest/feed 0 FROM THE GROUND UP! – Soil Assessment and Management for All Producers, All Farm Systems and All Farm Sizes. http://www.paorganic.org/from-the-ground-up-soil-assessment-and-management-for-all-producers-all-farm-systems-and-all-farm-sizes http://www.paorganic.org/from-the-ground-up-soil-assessment-and-management-for-all-producers-all-farm-systems-and-all-farm-sizes#comments Mon, 07 May 2012 14:18:47 +0000 April http://www.paorganic.org/from-the-ground-up-soil-assessment-and-management-for-all-producers-all-farm-systems-and-all-farm-sizes Thursday June 21, 2012 – Thursday June 21, 2012

Barefoot Organics Farm

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Description:

Soil is a key component in the productivity and sustainability of a farming system.  How soil is managed impacts many aspects of an entire farming operation.  This workshop will cover how to conduct soil tests and sustainably manage your soil from a number of perspectives including plant nutrients, diseases, beneficial and pest organisms and soil’s physical qualities.  Whether you farm 500 acres or 5 acres, this hands-on workshop will give you the tools and knowledge to know how to improve — and where to improve your soil FROM THE GROUND UP!

Email interest to: workshops@cpartnerships.com or request a brochure by calling 717-248-4901 Ext. 303.

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Rodale Institute

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Description:

Join Rodale Institute’s staff and families to learn how to start that perfect garden where the whole family can work and learn together – and create memories for a lifetime. To register, visit: http://www.rodaleinstitute.org/store/catalog/Workshops.html or contact: Heather Gurk at: 610-683-6009.

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]]> http://www.paorganic.org/organic-gardening-with-kids/feed 0 Managing Risk in Direct-to-Consumer Food Sales http://www.paorganic.org/managing-risk-in-direct-to-consumer-food-sales http://www.paorganic.org/managing-risk-in-direct-to-consumer-food-sales#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:13:52 +0000 April http://www.paorganic.org/managing-risk-in-direct-to-consumer-food-sales Monday June 11, 2012 – Monday June 11, 2012

Meadville Market House Theater

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Description:

Through interactive presentations, panel discussions and a dialogue-oriented learning environment, participants will gain an understanding of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) planning, and the implications of the Food Safety Modernization Act for farm food businesses. Discussions will address the purpose of liability insurance, consumer-focused allergen warnings, and proactive recall processes and other strategies in a well-rounded food business risk management plan. To register, visit: www.pasafarming.org/events or contact Rebecca Robertson at: 814-349-9856.

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]]> http://www.paorganic.org/managing-risk-in-direct-to-consumer-food-sales/feed 0 The Wind in Your Sails: Is Wind Energy Right for Your Farm? http://www.paorganic.org/the-wind-in-your-sails-is-wind-energy-right-for-your-farm http://www.paorganic.org/the-wind-in-your-sails-is-wind-energy-right-for-your-farm#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:11:44 +0000 April http://www.paorganic.org/the-wind-in-your-sails-is-wind-energy-right-for-your-farm Tuesday June 5, 2012 – Tuesday June 5, 2012

Cross Winds Farm

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Description:

Wind energy can insulate against rising electricity costs, help attract customers and be sold back to the utility when there is a surplus. Join PASA, Saint Francis University and the Innovative Farmers of Ohio to learn the benefits, challenges and considerations of wind energy on the farm. To register, visit: www.pasafarming.org/events or contact Rebecca Robertson at: 814-349-9856.

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]]> http://www.paorganic.org/the-wind-in-your-sails-is-wind-energy-right-for-your-farm/feed 0 Starting an Organic Fruit Orchard: Using Innovative Practices to Build Success from the Ground Up http://www.paorganic.org/starting-an-organic-fruit-orchard-using-innovative-practices-to-build-success-from-the-ground-up http://www.paorganic.org/starting-an-organic-fruit-orchard-using-innovative-practices-to-build-success-from-the-ground-up#comments Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:20:27 +0000 admin http://www.paorganic.org/starting-an-organic-fruit-orchard-using-innovative-practices-to-build-success-from-the-ground-up Thursday June 28, 2012 – Thursday June 28, 2012

Apple Tree Vineyard and Farm

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Description:

Come learn from the Travis’ experience and begin an organic fruit tree orchard on your farm or property! Participants will take away an understanding of goal setting, site selection, variety selection, training and trellis systems and basic organic fruit tree production techniques. To register, visit: www.pasafarming.org/events or contact Rebecca Robertson at: 814-349-9856.

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]]> http://www.paorganic.org/starting-an-organic-fruit-orchard-using-innovative-practices-to-build-success-from-the-ground-up/feed 0 Rodale Institute’s Annual Field Day http://www.paorganic.org/rodale-institutes-annual-field-day http://www.paorganic.org/rodale-institutes-annual-field-day#comments Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:12:49 +0000 admin http://www.paorganic.org/rodale-institute%e2%80%99s-annual-field-day Friday July 20, 2012 – Friday July 20, 2012

Rodale Institute

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Description:

This one-day event for farmers and agricultural professionals presents information and research results from Rodale Institute and partner nonprofit organizations, land grant universities and governmental institutions. To register, visit: http://www.rodaleinstitute.org/store/catalog/Workshops.html or contact Heather Gurk at: 610-683-6009.

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