TOPP
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…
Read More 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,…
Read More 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…
Read More 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…
Read More 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…
Read More 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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