Curious about organic farming but unsure where to begin? Join us for an informative half-day workshop designed to give you a practical foundation focussing on the fundamentals of organic field crop production, and touching on livestock and produce.

This workshop is taking place during Agribition week so you can make the most of your time in Regina!

Workshop Program

12:45pm-1:00pm Registration

-Arrive between 12:45 and 1:00 to get registered and settled in. Program starts at 1:00 sharp.

1:00pm-1:20pm: Introduction & Organic Statistics

-Introduction to SaskOrganics, production and market statistics from across the country and the world.

1:20pm-2:00pm: Organic 101: The what and how of organic production

-Canada Organic standards, regulation, record keeping, inspection, considerations and benefits.

2:00pm-2:40pm: Agronomics of Organic Agriculture

-Learn the basics of fertility management, rotation planning, weed control in organic systems

2:40pm-2:55pm: Refreshment Break

2:55pm-3:10pm: Nutrient Budgeting App

-A tool to help with nutrient management planning, especially for producers that rely on biological nitrogen fixation and/or occasional inputs of manure or other soil fertility amendments.

3:10pm-3:30pm: Marketing your organic products

-Understand the similarities and differences of organic marketing, and learn about tools to gain a greater understanding of organic markets and meet organic buyers.

3:30pm-4:00pm: Meet the Certifiers & Certification FAQ’s

-Meet the certifiers operating on the prairies and hear answers to frequently asked questions about organic certification.

4:00pm-4:05pm: Crop Insurance-Organic Program

4:05pm-4:20pm: Hear from our Sponsors

-Meet representatives from various companies within the organic sector.

4:20pm-5:00pm: Roundtable discussions

-Roundtable discussions allow attendees to ask questions of organic producers and experts in a smaller, more interactive setting.

5:00pm: Conclusion/Closing Remarks