Organic Field Crop Production Meeting
October 7, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
University of Arkansas Vegetable Research Station
3810 Thornhill Street, Alma, AR 72921
Join the Natural Soybean and Grain Alliance (NSGA) for a comprehensive day focused on organic field crop production in Arkansas and the broader Mid-South region. This event brings together experts, researchers, and industry professionals to share valuable insights on transitioning to organic production and optimizing current organic operations.
Organic grains continue to far outpace conventional grains in both price and profitability. The Mid‑South, including Arkansas, represents an untapped opportunity for farmers to transition into organic production and capture better markets for their field crops. This meeting is designed to help farmers and industry professionals understand the opportunities and strategies for success in organic agriculture.
Event Highlights
- Presentations on various topics including Organic certification, market opportunities, and the latest research regarding organic field crop production
- Networking: Connect with farmers, researchers, and industry professionals
- Field Plot Tours: See organic research plots and weed control strategies
- Complimentary Lunch: Provided for registered attendees
Who Should Attend
- Farmers considering transitioning to organic production
- Current organic producers
- Extension agents and University personnel supporting organic crop production
- Industry professionals in organic production markets and related
Topics Include
- USDA organic certification process and requirements
- Market opportunities for organic grain crops
- Economic advantages of organic production systems
- Research updates on key challenges in MidSouth organic agriculture
- Updates from TOPP and USDA OREI II projects
Flyers & Resources
Questions? Contact Dr. Kelly Cartwright at 479-841-3699 or
dkellycartwright@gmail.com.
This event is sponsored by the Natural Soybean and Grain Alliance, Winrock International, University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, Center for Arkansas Farms and Food (CAFF) and the USDA-AMS Transition to Organic Partnership Program.