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TOPP Mentorship Program Seeks Applicants for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 Cohorts

After successful pairings of experienced organic growers with transitioning-to-organic growers in over the last two years, CT NOFA seeks additional applicants for fall 2024 and spring 2025 cohorts of mentor/mentee…
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Connecticut Farms Newly Certified Organic

The original version of this story included Lathrop Farm in Lebanon, CT, which we mistakenly described as having been certified organic for maple syrup in March of 2024. In fact,…
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TOPP Climate Smart Field Days

CT NOFA is excited to announce a series of 2024 field days as part of the Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP), a national program that helps farmers navigate challenges…
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TOPP Mentorship Program Applications Open

After successful pairings of experienced organic growers with transitioning-to-organic growers in 2023, CT NOFA seeks additional applicants for future cohorts of mentor/mentee pairings. The Northeast/ Mid-Atlantic Transition to Organic Partnership…
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The Venture Farming Institute Announces Free Agricultural Training for Aspiring BIPOC Farmers

The Venture Farming Institute (VFI) is an intensive training experience designed for new and beginning farmers of color in CT and RI. This training will feature trainers of color while…
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TOPP Farmer Roundtable Videos Available

In 2023, CT NOFA co-hosted three roundtables as part of the Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) to provide knowledge and expertise to farmers who are seeking to transition to…
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