The 2023 OGRAIN Organic Grain Winter Conference will be held January 27-28 at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The event, which is designed to support new, transitioning and experienced organic grain farmers in the Upper Midwest, will feature expert producers, researchers, and industry representatives from across the organic grain system.
Participants will learn what it takes to be successful and profitable in organic grain production, and they will have ample opportunities to network with other farmers, certifiers, support organizations, and marketers.
"For those interested in organic grain production in the Upper Midwest, convening at the OGRAIN conference at UW-Madison is a high point during our long winter months," says Hannah Francis, an OGRAIN program outreach specialist in the Department of Plant Pathology. "It's an educational feast enjoyed with other passionate farmers, experts, and advocates, and this year we've built in even more time for networking and visiting exhibitors."
The conference will provide attendees practical information about how to refine their production and marketing approaches, with a focus on weed management, fertility management, equipment, and market trends. As in past years, the conference will feature an exhibit hall where attendees can network with businesses and organizations relevant to organic grain operations. For the second year, sessions focused on food-grade grain production and processing will be offered through a partnership with the Artisan Grain Collaborative, providing resources for farmers to enter this expanding sector of the regional organic grain market.
Meanwhile, an optional pre-conference forum will be offered on January 26 where farmers can discuss their experiences with regenerative organic grain production. The format will focus on interactive, farmer-to-farmer sharing of experiences and ideas.
For more information about the conference or to register, go to: https://ograin.cals.wisc.edu/2023-ograin-winter-conference
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