Small Farms

Sustaining Agriculture in Arizona
Learn more about sustainable agriculture in Arizona


New Publication on Organic Certification and Labeling
Certification and Labeling Considerations for Agricultural Producers, a 56-page booklet, is now available from the Western Extension Marketing Committee in PDF format
Printed copies can be purchased through CALSmart


Direct Farm Marketing and Tourism Handbook
is designed to help farm and ranch operators (and other individuals who grow or process food products) market their products and services directly to the consumer.

Farmland Information Center
The Farmland Information Center (FIC) is America's clearinghouse for
information on farmland protection and stewardship. Since 1994, staff
specialists have provided an online collection of laws, literature and
technical resources, answered questions, monitored programs and developed educational materials. The new site brings the FIC into the 21st century with more resources, access to full text and an advanced search feature.

The National Organic Program
This USDA web site contains information on organic certification, regulations, standards, helpful links and resources related to organic production.

Organic Farming Compliance Handbook
This online handbook is aimed at agricultural professionals in the West and is organized in seven sections, including the principles of organic agriculture, national organic standards, setting up organic production plans, materials, marketing and economics, and resources and organizations.

The North American Farmers' Direct Marketing Association (NAFDMA)

Small Farm Center Farmers Market Links

USDA Electronic Benefit Transfer

USDA Small Farms Program
This web site is intended to be a one-stop gateway to resources, benefits and services offered by USDA for small farmers