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Organic Certification

Resources & Webinars

Consumer interest in certified organic products continues to rise, creating an opportunity for small-scale farmers in North Dakota to establish profitable organic farms while contributing to a more sustainable and resilient food system. To support farmers interested in exploring organic certification, the FARRMS Organic Resource Library is an extensive list of financial resources, YouTube videos, templates, technical assistance providers, and professional and farmers contacts to guide farmers through certification.

Navigating Organic Innovation

A companion guide to our two-part webinar series, with resources and contacts covering organic certification, the Organic Systems Plan, on-farm research, funding opportunities, and real-world insights from experienced organic farmers.

Certification Resource Guide

This guide covers the basics of organic certification, helps you decide if it's right for your operation, walks you through the certification process, and connects you with resources, including organic farmer contacts, to support you along the way.

Let's Talk Certified Organic
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OCIA International PLAINS Transition to Organic Partnership Program 

This program is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP). Learn more at https://ocia.org/plains-topp/

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