CAFF events are listed below by month. Find more Transition to Organic Partnership Program Events here.

NOVEMBER

November 4 – Organic Farming Training 101

What you’ll learn:

Gain Knowledge of organic standards for specialty crops and livestock. Learn the certification process directly from an organic certifier. Hear from Arkansas organic farmers about the realities of operating certified farms. Visit Firelight Farm and Wholly Cow Farm to see organic farms in operation.

9 AM – 4 PM

Location: White County Extension Office

November 9 – Organic Farm Tour

Join us for an afternoon at Dripping Springs Garden in Huntsville for a guided tour with farmer Mark Cain. We’ll explore organic vegetable and cut flower production methods and discuss the ins and outs of USDA Organic Certification. Learn more about the TOPP Organic Farmer Mentorship Program  

Time: 3-6 pm

Location: Dripping Springs Garden, 1558 Co Rd 548, Huntsville, AR 72740

November 12 – Beers with Farmers

Meet up with CAFF and local farmers at one of the many fine breweries in NWA. We’ll have some brews, swap a few tall tales, and get all social and stuff!

5-7 PM

Location: TBD

November 18 & 19 – Short Courses – Efficient Irrigation & Water Management for Specialty Crops

Topics: Design and build an automated irrigation system; determine when to turn on the irrigation system and how much water to apply; learn how to efficiently use water from rivers, creeks, ponds, rainwater catchment tanks, wells, and rural water supplies.

Price $30, includes lunch

9 AM – 4 PM (lunch included)Exit Visual Builder

Location: The CAFF Farm – 1005 Meade, Ave., Fayetteville, AR