News
Organic Record Keeping Checklist: Forest Farming (Wild Crops)
Thanks to support through the USDA’s Transition to Organic Partnership Program, CT NOFA has made available this Forest Farming (Wild Crops) record keeping checklist.
Events
Microscopy: The Doctor is In!
Join CT NOFA at The Hickories in Ridgefield on Wednesday, August 12 from 1:00pm-3:00pm for microscope analysis of your soil! Bring in your soil or compost sample and we’ll put it under the microscope to identify the microbial life within and explain what it all means.
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Community Events, Classes, and Workshops
Northeast Growing Together Conference
This event, hosted by the Northeast TOPP program, supports current and aspiring organic farmers through hands-on workshops, practical technical assistance, and meaningful opportunities to connect…
Eastern CT CRAFT Farm Tour and Training – Assawaga Farm (Putnam, CT)
Eastern CT CRAFT (Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training) is proud to present a farmer training at Assawaga Farm. Meetings will start at 4pm with…
CT Folk Festival & Green Expo
We are delighted to announce the official music lineup for the 33rd Annual CT Folk Fest & Green Expo! We hope you’ll join us on…
Join Us
Memberships are available for individuals, families, farms, and businesses that are committed to ensuring the growth and viability of organic agriculture, organic food, and organic land care in Connecticut.
Winter Conference
Each winter, CT NOFA holds our signature event, the Winter Conference, featuring the Bill Duesing Organic Living on the Earth Award, our annual meeting, and a keynote address. Also included are workshops on farming, seed saving, organic land care, community food security, social justice issues, and more. The conference also includes Farmer Circles – peer learning communities for farmers interested in discussing a particular topic in an informal, supportive environment.
Resources
CT NOFA features unique, in-depth and actionable resources for experienced farmers, farmers just starting out, and for gardeners of all backgrounds and skill levels. Resources include bespoke CT NOFA offerings and publications from our partners in Connecticut and beyond. Additionally, find the Organic Farm Stand, Digging in the Dirt and NOFA podcasts are available in one convenient location. Finally, CT NOFA members can post a free classified listing as a member benefit.
Support Us
You can support CT NOFA by making a tax-deductible donation, beginning or renewing a CT NOFA membership, and more. We are grateful for your support.