Pennsylvania Certified Organic

The PCO office will be closed today in observance of Labor Day. Thank you to all the organic farmers and farmworkers who labor the land to feed our communities. We will be back tomorrow morning to assist you with all your certification inquires.

Just Announced - Cost Share Program Call: USDA Farm Service Agency to host a stakeholder call tomorrow - August 20 @ 1 pm ET. Organic Certification Cost Share Program provides financial assistance to producers and handlers of agricultural products who are obtaining or renewing their certification under the National Organic Program (NOP). Certified operations may receive up to 50% of their certification costs paid during a program year, up to $500 per scope.... Find out more by participating in the call: https://bit.ly/3iPEhaO

DEADLINE TODAY: Are you a BIPOC farmer or fisherperson that has been impacted by COVID-19? The Northeast BIPOC Farmer Relief Fund is now accepting applications from BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, or People of Color) producers with priority for those who use sustainable, regenerative or environmentally sound practices and who contribute to their community in some way. Funded by Farm Aid, this fund will provide $500 relief payments for up to 200 applicants. Apply here: https://pasafarming.org/relief

Penn State's Ag Progress Days is here! Register to attend a variety of webinars and gain access to on-demand resources. A couple of events to highlight: *Today @ 10 am- Town Hall with Dean Rick Roush and Secretary Russell Redding. * Tomorrow @ 2 pm - Organic Field Crop Management Q&A... Register at: www.agsci.psu.edu/apd

Not one day, but a FULL WEEK of Field Days! From July 13-17, Rodale Institute is hosting virtual in-field presentations and Q&A session on the latest organic research. Register Today! This is a great opportunity to learn in the comfort of your own home or fields.