ORGANIC TRANSITION & PESTICIDE REDUCTION
PROGRAM
Florida Organic Growers (FOG), with support from the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency, is operating a program that provides free technical assistance to Florida
farmers who commit to transition to organic production or reduce pesticide use.
Participants are paired with crop advisors experienced in organic approaches
to pest and disease control, soil fertility management and other important aspects
of successful fruit and vegetable production.
Participating growers can:
Attend field days at successful organic farms.
Access information from FOG concerning market opportunities for transitional
and organic produce.
Attend informational workshops and seminars.
Receive answers to organic production and certification questions.
WORKSHOPS
Find out more about the program and opportunities for transitioning farmers during these FREE workshops. For information contact FOG.
Feb. 5, 2009, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Manatee County, FL IFAS Extension REGISTER
Oct. 10-11, 2008, Quincy, FL
RELATED DOCUMENTS
Grower
Application
Transitional
Recognition
Transitional
Agreement
The program is now accepting applications for Crop Advisors.
Job
Description
Application