WWOOF links volunteers world-wide offering hands-on experience, in exchange for meals and accommodation, in organic and alternative farming. WWOOF also known as Willing Workers on Organic Farms and as World-Wide Orientation on Organic Farms. Information about WWOOFing in other countries and Independent WWOOFS is available here.
ATTRA - National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service
P.O. Box 3657
Fayetteville, AR 72702
1-800-346-9140 (English)
or 1-800-411-3222 (Spanish)
fax: 479-442-9842
e-mail and contact:
http://attra.ncat.org/management/contact.html
Web: http://attra.ncat.org/
Provides information on sustainable agriculture to farmers, ranchers, Extension agents and other information providers in the U.S. Offers newsletter, subject publications and materials, and scholarship training program for U.S. minorities. Database of Farming Internships and Apprenticeships (http://attrainternships.ncat.org/). See also: National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) under Montana, below.
Heifer Project International
1 World Avenue
Little Rock, AR 72202
1-800-422-0474
e-mail and contact:
http://www.heifer.org/site/pp.asp?c=edJRKQNiFiG&b=201450
Web: http://www.heifer.org/
Promotes sustainable development worldwide using livestock and sound environmental practices. Heifer Ranch is a 1200-acre, hands-on educational facility offering internships and volunteer opportunities in livestock, organic gardening, community supported agriculture, beekeeping, agroforestry, and environmental education. Learning centers in five states; study tours.
Southern Sustainable Agriculture Working Group (SSAWG)
Jim Lukens, Executive Director
P.O. Box 1552
Fayetteville, AR 72702-1552
479-251-8310
e-mail: info@ssawg.org
Web: http://www.ssawg.org/
Provides information and support for organizations and individuals in 13 Southern states. Sponsors annual conference and trade show with workshops, discussions, and farm tours. Virtual farm tours. Internet training opportunities. Publishes monthly e-newsletter, and Southern Sustainable Farming; videos, and publications on value-added marketing and accounts of successful sustainable farmers. Provides leadership training, networking support, and advocacy for farmer-driven research and policy.
Agricultural and Land-Based Training Association (ALBA)
P.O. Box 6264
Salinas, CA 93912
Deborah Yashar
831-758-1469
fax: 831-758-3665
e-mail: alba@albafarmers.org
Web:http://www.albafarmers.org/
Supports entrepreneurs in developing small farm businesses. ALBA creates economic opportunities while promoting organic farming and healthy local food systems. The Association strives to “advance economic viability, social equity and ecological land management among limited-resource and aspiring family farmers.” Facilities include the Farm Training and Research Center (FTRC), a 196-acre working demonstration and research farm; and the Rural Development Center (RDC), a bilingual agricultural training and resource. RDC offers a six-month, Spanish-language course for beginning farmers; hands-on learning opportunities; and agriculture and land management research opportunities.
Bio-Integral Resource Center (BIRC)
P.O. Box 7414
Berkeley, CA 94707
510-524-2567
fax: 510-524-1758
e-mail: birc@igc.org
Web: http://www.birc.org/
Provides practical information on least-toxic pest control methods, and designing integrated pest management programs in both urban and agricultural settings. Publications include journals, books, newsletters, training manuals, curricula, and videos.
California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF)
2155 Delaware Avenue, Suite 150
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
831-423-2263
fax: 831-423-4528
e-mail: ccof@ccof.org
Web: http://www.ccof.org/ or http://ccof.org/pr080307.php
CCOF is comprised of two organizations: the CCOF Trade Association (and its subsidiary CCOF Certification Services), and the CCOF foundation. Offers Organic Intern Certificate Training Program (contact Viella Shipley, e-mail: Viella@ccof.org). Organic certification inspection training for growers, processors, handlers, and retailers; publishes magazine, organic directory, fact sheets, videos.
The Center for Living in Harmony
13802 Little Creek Lane
Valley Center, CA 92082
Brenda Roberts
760-749-9634
fax: 760-749-0720
e-mail: info@livinginharmony.org
Web: http://www.livinginharmony.org/mainpage.htm
Classes in sustainable gardening, Children’s Hands-On Activity Tours, Farm Stays, Retreats and Event Hosting are offered at The Center's Little Creek Acres Farm. Fee-based Experiential Learning Apprenticeships and Volunteer Opportunities are available.
Community Alliance with Family Farmers
P.O. Box 363
Davis, CA 95617
530-756-8518
fax: 530-756-7857
e-mail: caff@caff.org or http://www.caff.org/contact/staff.shtml
Web: http://www.caff.org/
Grassroots advocacy for sustainable agriculture that informs farmers and others about resource conservation issues. Provides public education on agriculture and its impact on the environment, and political advocacy to support small-scale farmers. Produces Local Food Guides, newsletters, and other publications. Coordinates programs in biological farming, sustainable farming, and community food systems.
Ecological Farming Association
406 Main Street, Suite 313
Watsonville, CA 95076
831-763-2111
fax: 831-763-2112
e-mail: info@eco-farm.org
Web: http://www.eco-farm.org/
Conferences, farm field days, workshops, networking activities, Organic Matters newsletter.
Institute for Food and Development Policy (Food First)
398 60th Street
Oakland, CA 94618
510-654-4400
fax: 510-654-4551
e-mail: info@foodfirst.org
Web: http://www.foodfirst.org/
Internships on projects related to food as a human right and eliminating the injustices that cause hunger throughout the world. Projects include promoting agroecological and sustainable approaches to food production.
International Institute for Ecological Agriculture (IIEA)
309 Cedar Street #127
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
David Blume
831-458-9164
1-888-PERMACULTURE (toll free)
e-mail: info@alcoholcanbeagas.com
Web: http://www.permaculture.com/
Short courses and workshops in alcohol fuel, and permaculture design and certification.
Multinational Exchange for Sustainable Agriculture (MESA), Inc.
5245 College Avenue, no. 508
Oakland, CA 94618
510-654-8858
fax: 603-699-2459
e-mail: mesa@mesaprogram.org
Web: http://www.mesaprogram.org/
Sponsors annual farmer-to-farmer exchanges between the U.S. and participating countries. International farm stewards gain hands-on training at U.S. sustainable or organic farms for up to one year. Coordinates the entire U.S. training program and provides program benefits for the farm stewards. Partners with like-minded non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and universities abroad to recruit and assist qualified candidates.
Occidental Arts and Ecology Center
15290 Coleman Valley Road
Occidental, CA 95465
Carson Price
707-874-1557
fax: 707-874-1558
e-mail: oaec@oaec.org
Web: http://www.oaec.org/
One-day to two-week residential courses on biodiversity, ecological agriculture, intentional communities, organic gardening, permaculture, seed saving, sustainable food systems, watershed restoration, and school gardens. Programs include Ecological Agriculture; Permaculture and Ecological Design; and Ecological Agriculture/Sustainable Food Systems.
Ranch Management Consultants
953 Linden Avenue
Fairfield, CA 94533
707-429-2292
fax: 707-429-2100
e-mail: rmc@ranchmanagement.com
Web: http://www.ranchmanagement.com/
Ranching For Profit School (one-week residential course) and Executive Link (follow-up service support groups); courses in integrated grazing, animal, and business management; focuses on strategic restructuring of farm/ranch business to ensure sustainable profit while improving the land.
Regenerative Design Institute and Permaculture Institute of Northern California
P.O. Box 923
Bolinas, CA 94924
415-868-9681
e-mail form: http://regenerativedesign.org/contactus
Web: http://regenerativedesign.org/
Introductions and advance training in permaculture design, nature awareness, wild-crafting, and, community leadership.
Solar Living Institute
13771 South Highway 101
P.O. Box 836
Hopland, CA 95449
Jamie Eldrett
707-744-2017
fax: 707-744-1682
e-mail form: http://www.solarliving.org/about/contact.asp?catid=49
Web: http://www.solarliving.org/
The Solar Living Institute promotes sustainable living through inspirational environmental education. Hosts workshops on biofuels, alternative transportation, permaculture, organic food, renewable energy, and sustainable beekeeping. Sponsors annual “SolFest.”
Central Rocky Mountain Permaculture Institute
P.O. Box 631
Basalt, CO 81621
phone/fax: 970-927-4158
e-mail: jerome@crmpi.org
Web: http://crmpi.org/
Courses and workshops on permaculture design.
ACDI/VOCA
50 F Street Northwest, Suite 1075
Washington, DC 20001
202-638-4661
fax: 202-783-7204
e-mail: webmaster@acdivoca.org
Web: www.acdivoca.org
A private, nonprofit organization that promotes broad-based economic growth and the development of civil society in emerging democracies and developing countries. Volunteers include extension agents, horticulturists, farmers, beekeepers, and others.
U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
GreenCOM Project
Academy for Educational Development
1825 Connecticut Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC 20009-5721
202-884-8000
fax: 202-884-8997
e-mail form: http://www.greencom.org/greencom/contact_us.asp
Web: http://www.greencom.org/
GreenCOM, USAID’s environmental communication project, maintains a database of education, research, publications, and other resources.
Educational Concerns for Hunger Organization (ECHO)
17391 Durrance Road
North Fort Myers, FL 33917
Rhode Beutler, Director of Educational Programs
239-543-3246
fax: 239-543-5317
e-mail: echo@echonet.org
Web: http://www.echonet.org/
Provides technical assistance to missionaries and agricultural workers as they teach farmers with limited acreage to grow food in tropical environments. Furnishes seeds of food, forage, and reforestation plants. Provides hands-on training in tropical agriculture for those preparing for missionary service with small farmers or urban gardeners. Sponsors annual agricultural missions conference. Operates on-line bookstore specializing in sustainable farming and gardening in the tropics and subtropics. Extensive library. Publishes ECHO Development Notes. Internships for college graduates.
Elfin Permaculture
Barking Frogs Permaculture Center
P.O. Box 52
Sparr, FL 32192
Dan Hemenway
e-mail: BarkingFrogsPC@aol.com
Web: http://www.barkingfrogspermaculture.org/
Advanced permaculture training, internships, and on-line permaculture design correspondence course. Permaculture training materials on CD.
Florida Research Center for Agricultural Sustainability
7055 33rd Street
Vero Beach, FL 32966-1409
Robert C. Adair, Jr., Executive Director
772-562-3802
fax: 772-562-4308
e-mail form: http://www.flaresearch.com/
Web: http://www.flaresearch.com/
Research on biological control and nontoxic sprays for diseases and pests; sustainable citrus program. Issues factsheets and other publications. Nonprofit research foundation aims to ensure economic production of food and fiber crops through application of technologies derived from science-based research in production systems that avoid resource depletion or permanent damage to ecosystems.
Hawaii Organic Farmers Association
P.O. Box 6863
Hilo, HI 96720
Cheryl Ginter
808-969-7789
fax: 808-969-7759
e-mail: hofa@hawaiiorganicfarmers.org
Web: http://www.hawaiiorganicfarmers.org/
Conferences, workshops, and training in tropical organic agriculture; organic certification and inspection procedures; apprenticeship program.
La'akea Community
P.O. Box 1071
Pahoa, HI 96778
808-443-4076
e-mail: info@permaculture-hawaii.com
Web: http://www.permaculture-hawaii.com/
Courses offered vary from one day workshops to two-week permaculture certification courses. Farm work exchange/internships available.
Palouse-Clearwater Environmental Institute
1040 Rodeo Drive
Moscow, ID 83843
Thomas C. Lamar, Executive Director
208-882-1444
fax: 208-882-8029
e-mail: info@pcei.org
Web: http://www.pcei.org/
Provides environmental education and watershed restoration in Northern Idaho and Eastern Washington; community food systems program. Internships and volunteer positions available.
Growing Power Chicago
1741 North Western Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
773-486-6005
Erika Allen
e-mail: erika@growingpower.org
Web: http://www.growingpower.org/
Urban Agriculture Workshop. Community Food Centers teach sustainable production, processing, marketing, and distribution practices. Hands-on training; publications.
Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture
209 Curtiss Hall
Ames, IA 50011-1050
515-294-3711
fax: 515-294-9696
e-mail: leocenter@iastate.edu
Web: http://www.leopold.iastate.edu/
or
http://www.bus.iastate.edu/MBA/ag/sustainable_ag_minor.asp
Partners with Iowa State University’s (ISU) College of Business and the Graduate Program in Sustainable Agriculture for ISU’s interdepartmental MBA with minor in Sustainable Agriculture. (See Iowa State University, in Educational section above.) Conferences, workshops, publications, education and demonstration projects, competitive grants, and special projects with Iowa State University Extension and other Iowa organizations.
Practical Farmers of Iowa
137 Lynn Avenue Suite 200
Ames, IA 50014
Teresa Opheim
515-233-5661
fax: 515-232-5649
e-mail form: http://www.practicalfarmers.org/contactus.asp
Web: http://www.practicalfarmers.org/
On-farm research and demonstrations, field days, educational meetings, and newsletter. Focuses on agriculture-based community development and local food systems.
Kansas Rural Center
P.O. Box 133
Whiting, KS 66552
Dan Nagengast, Executive Director
785-873-3431
fax: 785-873-3432
e-mail: ksrc@rainbowtel.net
Web: http://www.kansasruralcenter.org/
On-farm demonstrations, newsletter, workshops, farm tours, business and market garden training, wind energy workshops, farm bill and state legislative information, and education and advocacy.
The Land Institute
2440 East Water Well Road
Salina, KS 67401
Joan Olsen
785-823-5376
fax: 785-823-8728
e-mail: theland@landinstitute.org
Web: http://www.landinstitute.org/
Research in ecological agriculture (Natural Systems Agriculture); short courses for undergraduates. Graduate research fellowships available. Publishes books and research articles.
Appalachia-Science in the Public Interest
50 Lair Street
Mt. Vernon, KY 40456-9806
606-256-0077
fax: 606-256-2779
e-mail: aspi@a-spi.org
Web: http://www.a-spi.org/
Occasional workshops; papers on appropriate technology, books, videotapes; demonstration centers for solar energy; and forest advocacy.
Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA)
P.O. Box 170
294 Crosby Brook Road
Unity, ME 04988
207-568-4142
fax: 207-568-4141
e-mail: mofga@mofga.org
Web: http://www.mofga.org/
Apprenticeships and journeyperson program; farmer-to-farmer conference; programs at farm and other events; organic farming short course, workshops, and other education and technical services; newspaper and publications; Common Ground Country Fair.
The Accokeek Foundation
3400 Bryan Point Road
Accokeek, MD 20607
301-283-2113
fax: 301-283-2049
e-mail: accofound@accokeek.org
Web: http://www.accokeek.org/
Workshops and courses focus on land stewardship and sustainable use of natural resources. National Colonial Farm includes heirloom varieties of herbs, flowers, and vegetables, and heirloom seed stock. Ecosystem Farm demonstrates vegetables grown in an ecologically sound manner and research on sustainable practices. Educational opportunities and field trips.
Future Harvest - A Chesapeake Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture (CASA)
P.O. Box 1544
Eldersburg, MD 21784
410-549-7878
fax: 410-549-9778
e-mail: fhcasa@verizon.net
Web: http://www.futureharvestcasa.org/
Conferences, field days, and on-farm demonstrations. Publishes newsletter, directories, and books on sustainable practices.
Garden Harvest, Inc.
14045 Mantua Mill Road
Reisterstown, MD 21136
James Dasher
410-526-0698
fax: 866-362-3644 (toll-free)
e-mail: garharvest@aol.com
Web: http://www.gardenharvest.org/
(select Education Programs)
Not-for-profit, 105-acre farm dedicated to alleviating hunger and improving nutrition for disadvantaged persons by growing and donating organic produce to agencies that feed the hungry. Education includes cropping, integrated pest management, orchard maintenance, beekeeping, composting, and irrigation techniques. Classes in organic gardening and sustainable agriculture in the Baltimore, Maryland area. Produces vegetables, fruit, specialty cut flowers, and culinary and medicinal herbs. Specializes in teaching applicants interested in starting sustainable farming operations to alleviate hunger. Apprenticeship program.
Maryland Organic Food and Farming Association (MOFFA)
Mike Klein
P.O. Box 771
Brandywine, MD 20613
e-mail: info@MarylandOrganic.org
Web: http://www.marylandorganic.org/
Annual meeting features workshops; annual field day, summer social, quarterly newsletter, technical information sheets, and speakers bureau. Offers technical assistance to member growers and consumers.
Atlantic Center for the Environment
Quebec-Labrador Foundation
55 South Main Street
Ipswich, MA 01938
978-356-0038
fax: 978-356-7322
e-mail: atlantic@qlf.org
Web: http://www.qlf.org
Provides international exchanges, fellowships, workshops, study tours, and symposia on land stewardship, often involving sustainable agriculture from a land use perspective.
Mass Audubon Society
Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
208 South Great Road
Lincoln, MA 01773
781-259-2200
fax: 781-259-7917
e-mail: drumlinfarm@massaudubon.org
Web: http://www.massaudubon.org/Nature_Connection/Sanctuaries/Drumlin_Farm/index.php
Mass Audubon's only working educational farm, practices sustainable farming that supports native habitat. The sanctuary strives to build awareness of the interdependence among people land, and wildlife. Drumlin Farm offers adult programs on organic turf care, composting, backyard chickens, and urban gardening; education programs, including summer camps for children.
New England Small Farm Institute
275 Jackson Street
Belchertown, MA 01007
413-323-4531
fax: 413-323-9594
e-mail: info@smallfarm.org
Web: http://www.smallfarm.org/homepage.htm
Workshops, regional and online resource libraries; sustainable resource management demonstrations; short courses; and business and skill training for beginning farmers.
Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA) of Massachusetts
411 Sheldon Road
Barre, MA 01005
Julie Rawson
978-355-2853
fax: 978-355-4046
e-mail: nofa@nofamass.org
Web: http://www.nofamass.org/index.php
or
http://www.nofamass.org/programs/ageddirectory.php
Organic Extension advice and assistance. Provides help with dairy transition to organic and raw milk dairy support. Access to region-wide farm apprenticeship programs. Sponsors one-day winter conference and annual three-day summer regional conference. Practical Farm Skills Workshop Series. Organic Food Guide database of farms, organizations, and businesses. Provides organic land care accreditation. Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) information network, bi-monthly newsletter, monthly E-newsletter, quarterly periodical, and educational publications for farmers.
Michigan Food and Farming System (MIFFS)
416 Agriculture Hall
East Lansing, MI 48824
Elaine M. Brown, Executive Director
517-432-0712
fax: 517-353-7961
e-mail: miffs@msu.edu
Web: http://www.miffs.org
Conferences on sustainable agriculture, field days, skill building workshops, and newsletter.
Michigan Organic Food and Farm Alliance (MOFFA)
P.O. Box 26102
Lansing, MI 48909-6102
248-262-6826
e-mail: moffaorganic@yahoo.com
Web: www.moffa.org
Publishes newsletter and guides to organic producers; sponsors conferences and educational programs on organic farming; and promotes local food systems.
Tillers International
10515 East OP Avenue
Scotts, MI 49088
Richard Roosenberg
269-626-0223 or 1-800-498-2700
e-mail: tillers@tillersinternational.org
Web: http://www.tillersinternational.org/
Hands-on training and strategies for U.S. small farms, historical activities, and international rural development. Teaches how to train and use oxen, horses, and other animals for farm work; instruction on use of field implements, sustainable cropping practices, blacksmithing, and woodworking. Workshops at Kalamazoo Farm Center and collaborative sessions elsewhere in the U.S. and overseas. Internships, youth outreach programs, publications, and videos. Catalog of classes available.
Alliance for Sustainability
1521 University Avenue SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-331-1099
fax: 612-379-1527
e-mail: iasa@mtn.org
Web: http://allianceforsustainability.net/
Sustainability Resource Center, seminars, newsletter, videos, internships, and public speaking. Emphasizes sustainability using the Natural Step Framework model. Green-U and Sustainability-U courses in development.
Land Stewardship Project
180 East Main Street Box 130
Lewiston, MN 55952
507-523-3366
fax: 507-523-2729
e-mail: lspse@landstewardshipproject.org
Web: http://www.landstewardshipproject.org
Comprehensive and farmer-led, Farm Beginnings® beginning farmer training is a grassroots response to supporting the next generation of farmers. Established farmers are mentors and presenters and guide the beginning farmers through a 10-month course working through values and goals, building a business plan including a cash flow, enterprise budgets and marketing plans. There is a strong on-farm education component that includes farm tours, skills sessions and working one on one with farmers on the farm. Once a person has completed Farm Beginnings, they are eligible to apply for a no interest livestock loan through a revolving animal loan program. LSP's Farm Beginnings is reaching out to women, low income and immigrant and minority farmers and prospective farmers.
Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Sustainable Agriculture and Integrated Pest Management Program
625 Robert Street N
St. Paul, MN 55155-2538
Mary Hanks
651-201-6012 or 651-201-6277
fax: 651-201-6120
e-mail: Mary.Hanks@state.mn.us
Web: http://www.mda.state.mn.us/protecting/sustainable/default.htm
Grants for on-farm demonstrations. Offers publications, low-interest loans, farmer forums, field days, and conferences. Information on renewable energy, alternative livestock production (especially managed grazing), diversification options, production of sustainable and organic products, soil quality and testing, integrated pest management for fruits and vegetables, and biological control options for insect and weed pests.
Thomas Jefferson Agricultural Institute
601 West Nifong Boulevard, Suite 1D
Columbia, MO 65203
573-449-3518
e-mail: info@jeffersoninstitute.org
Web: http://www.jeffersoninstitute.org/
Food & Society Policy Fellows Program. Education, research and market development efforts focus on long-term viability of family farms. Research and field demonstration projects with alternative crops. Free publications on sustainable crops and practices; and alternative crops overviews for farmers. Demonstration farm.
Independent Organic Inspectors Association (IOIA)
P.O. Box 6
Broadus, MT 59317
406-436-2031
e-mail: ioia@ioia.net
Web: http://www.ioia.net/
Organic inspector training courses, accreditation program, membership directory, quarterly newsletter, and inspection manual.
National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT)
P.O. Box 3838
Butte, MT 59702
406-494-4572 or 1-800-ASK.NCAT
fax: 406-494-2905
e-mail: moreinfo@ncat.org
Web: http://www.ncat.org/
Operates programs on sustainable agriculture (see ATTRA - National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service under Arkansas section above), sustainable communities, and sustainable energy. Conference presentations.
Center for Rural Affairs
145 Main Street
P.O. Box 136
Lyons, NE 68038
402-687-2100
fax: 402-687-2200
e-mail: info@cfra.org
Web: http://www.cfra.org/
Workshops, newsletters, online news blog, publications, and assistance to beginning farmers. Land Link brings together beginning and retiring farmers, offers farm and resource management planning, third-party negotiating, lease forms, and retirement planning. Other activities include policy advocacy, farm support groups, small business planning, and cooperative marketing.
Nebraska Sustainable Agriculture Society
P.O. Box 736
Hartington, NE 68739
Jill Wubben
402-254-2289
e-mail: jwubben@nebsusag.org
Web: http://www.nebsusag.org/
Farm tours, conferences, workshops, videotapes, newsletter, field days, speakers' bureau, and farm research projects.
D Acres of New Hampshire
Organic Farm and Educational Homestead
P.O. Box 98
Dorchester, NH 03266
603-786-2366
e-mail: info@dacres.org
Web: http://www.dacres.org/
Workshops, study programs, internships, and D Acres Organic Farm tours focus on sustainable agriculture principles.
Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA) of New Hampshire
4 Park Street, Suite 208
Concord, NH 03301
603-224-5022
e-mail: info@nofanh.org
Web: http://www.nofanh.org/
Workshops, winter conference, farm tours, farmer-intern network, newsletter, and guide to organic producers and businesses.
Northeast Organic Farming Association of New Jersey (NOFA-NJ)
60 South Main Street
P.O. Box 886
Pennington, NJ 08534-0886
609-737-6848
fax: 609-737-2366
e-mail: nofainfo@nofanj.org
Web: http://www.nofanj.org/
Offers technical support. Research projects. Farmer education program, organic gardening teach-ins, educational meetings, grants for farmer-initiated education activities, on-farm workshops, and other educational events; conferences, farm tours, newsletter, and newspaper. Organic certification program. Promotes local organic agriculture.
Ecoversity
2639 Agua Fria
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Cate Ashby
505-424-9797
e-mail: info@ecoversity.org
Web: http://www.ecoversity.org/
Demonstration, education and research into areas of ecological sustainability, including bio-fuel and food production from algae, construction with alternative building materials, energy production from wind and solar energy and drought gardening methods.
Holistic Management International
1010 Tijeras Avenue Northwest
Albuquerque, NM 87102
505-842-5252
fax: 505-843-7900
e-mail: hmi@holisticmanagement.org
Web: http://www.holisticmanagement.org/n7/Programs_Services/programs_07.html
Formerly the Allan Savory Center for Holistic Management. Provides education in managing natural and human resources to restore soils, plant and animal life, and water resources; focuses on restoring the environment and enhancing biodiversity. Publishes In Practice journal, books, videos, and planning guides. Self-directed training programs to certify Holistic Management educators and ranch and rangeland managers.
Rio Grande Community Farm
6804 4th Street NW, no. 114
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM 87107
505-345-4580
e-mail: riograndecommunityfarm@earthlink.net
Web: http://www.riograndefarm.org/
Manages two farms practicing and demonstrating sustainable urban agricultural methods. Offers a variety of agricultural and environmental education programs for the public. Provides internships in urban environments, community garden projects, and food security systems in Southwestern United States.
Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York (NOFA-NY)
P.O. Box 880
Cobleskill, NY 12043-0880
Greg Swartz, Executive Director
607-652-NOFA
fax: 607-652-2290
e-mail: office@nofany.org
Web: http://nofany.org/index.html
Organic certification program, newsletter and publications, workshops, on-farm demonstrations and training, annual conferences on education and on transitioning to organic production, and on-farm collaborative research.
The Pfeiffer Center for Biodynamics and Environmental Education
260 Hungry Hollow Road
Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
Carl Rosenberg or Lory Widmer
845-352-5020, ext. 20
fax: 845-352-5071
e-mail: info@pfeiffercenter.org
Web: http://www.pfeiffercenter.org/
Instruction in biodynamic gardening, and organic beekeeping. Workshops, lectures, and courses, including one-year part-time training in biodynamics. Garden planning and consulting for schools and groups. Full-time garden internships positions available year-round.
Carolina Farm Stewardship Association
P.O. Box 448
Pittsboro, NC 27312
919-542-2402
fax: 919-542-7401
Web: http://www.carolinafarmstewards.org/
Annual conference, farm tours, newsletter, and workshops; research on marketing and production of organic crops. “Sustainable Gardening Curriculum” for children.
Raft Swamp Farms
P.O. Box 1706
Raeford, NC 28376
910-263-4111
e-mail: jackie@raftswampfarms.org
Web: http://www.raftswampfarms.org/
Farm incubator program offering hands-on training in organic production, sustainable farming methods, on-farm alternative energy practices, and farm business management.
Foundation For Agricultural and Rural Resources Management and Sustainability
305 5th Avenue SE
Medina, ND 58467
701-486-3569
fax: 701-486-3580
e-mail: info@farrms.org
Web: http://www.farrms.org/
Nonprofit organization offers Organic Farming 101 course, educational workshops on sustainable and organic agriculture, and funding resources for beginning, organic and transitioning farmers.
Northern Plains Sustainable Agriculture Society
P.O. Box 194
100 1 Avenue SW
LaMoure, ND 58458
Gary Holthaus
phone: 701-883-4304
fax: 704-883-4204
e-mail: npsas@drtel.net
Web: http://www.npsas.org/index.html
Promotes sustainable agriculture in the Upper Midwest and prairie Canada. Conducts farm tours and symposium. Publishes newsletter, position papers, and other material.
Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association
41 Croswell Road
Columbus, OH 43214
614-421-2022
fax: 614-421-2011
e-mail: oeffa@oeffa.org
Web: http://www.oeffa.org/
Annual winter conference, summer farm tour series, workshops, bimonthly newsletter, local foods directory, annual membership directory, regional meetings, apprenticeship program, organic certification program, and networking.
Stratford Ecological Center
3083 Liberty Road
Delaware, OH 43015
Jeff Dickinson, Director
Phone and fax: 740-363-2548
e-mail: StratfordCenter@aol.com
Web: http://www.stratfordecologicalcenter.org/
State of Ohio nature preserve and demonstration farm used for research and educational programs in sustainable agriculture, agroecology, and forest ecology. Internships in sustainable agriculture and environmental education available from Spring through Fall.
Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture
P.O. Box 588
Poteau, OK 74953
Maura McDermott
918-647-9123
fax: 918-647-8712
e-mail: mailbox@kerrcenter.com
Web: http://www.kerrcenter.com/
Grants to Oklahoma producers for research and demonstration projects in sustainable agriculture. Publishes quarterly newsletter, reports and factsheets on public policy, rural development issues, and sustainable ranching. Demonstrates conservation practices and sustainable beef and crop production on the Center's Stewardship Ranch. Sponsors field days, conferences, and workshops.
Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Association, Inc.
25844 Butler Road
Junction City, OR 97448
541-998-0105
888-516-7797
fax: 541-998-0106
e-mail: info@biodynamics.com
Web: http://www.biodynamics.com
Conducts seminars, conferences, and workshops; provides literature; publishes quarterly journal; supports training programs; Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) development.
Demeter Association
Jim Fullmer, Director
P.O. Box 1390
Philomath, OR 97370
541-929-7148
fax: 541-929-4387
e-mail: demeter@peak.org
Web: http://www.demeter-usa.org
Offers educational programs to encourage understanding of biodynamic agricultural methods. Provides Biodynamic and organic certification.
The Food Alliance
1829 NE Alberta, Suite 5
Portland, OR 97211
503-493-1066
fax: 503-493-1069
e-mail: info@foodalliance.org
Web: http://www.foodalliance.org/
Dedicated to expanding use of sustainable agriculture. Publishes Farming Sourcebook (Sustainable Industries). Provides research, education, conferences, and publications.
Friends of the Trees Society
P.O. Box 253
Twisp, QA 98856
509-997-3809
e-mail: friendsofthetrees@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.friendsofthetrees.net
or
http://www.friendsofthetrees.net/events.htm
Offers two-week certified Permaculture Design Courses. Workshops in permaculture design, wildcrafting native medicinals and weeds, and growing medicinal herbs. Periodic electronic newsletter. Organizes/sponsors medicinal herb gatherings, permaculture conferences, and barter fairs in the Pacific Northwest. Internships during the growing season and research internship during the Winter.
Lost Valley Educational Center
81868 Lost Valley Lane
Dexter, OR 97431
541-937-3351
fax: 541-937-2243
e-mail: ecology@lostvalley.org
or
epcp@lostvalley.org
Web: http://www.lostvalley.org
or
http://www.lostvalley.org/EPI
One- and two-month Ecovillage and Permaculture Certificate Programs, two-week Permaculture Design Courses course, workshops, organic gardening and permaculture apprenticeships, reforestation project, and nature center. Topics covered include Organic Agriculture, Natural Building, Appropriate Technology and Renewable Energy, Ecoforestry, and Permaculture.
Oregon Tilth
470 Lancaster Drive NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-378-0690
fax: 503-378-0809
Midwest Office:
608-637-8594
fax: 608-637-7460
e-mail: organic@tilth.org
Web: http://www.tilth.org/
or
http://www.tilth.org/education-research
Organic Education Center at Luscher Farm (503-638-0735; e-mail: oec@tilth.org), conferences, on-farm research, organic certification, and newsletter and other publications.
Maysie's Farm Conservation Center
15 St. Andrew's Lane
Glenmoore, PA 19343
Sam Cantrell, Executive Director
610-458-8129
e-mail: sam@maysiesfarm.org
Web: http://www.maysiesfarm.org/
Sustainable Agriculture Internship Program; school and community outreach and training programs include workshops for K-12 students, families, and teachers; Farm to Chef relationship; Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) and Farmers’ Market.
Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture (PASA)
114 West Main Street
P.O. Box 419
Millheim, PA 16854
Michele Gauger
814-349-9856
fax: 814-349-9840
e-mail: info@pasafarming.org
Web: http://www.pasafarming.org/
Provides education and outreach to those interested in sustainable agriculture. Sponsors an annual Farming for the Future conference, season field days and intensive learning programs. Offers marketing opportunities for producers. Offers programs to educate consumers about the importance of supporting local farms and food systems. Publishes newsletter and list of farms offering apprenticeships.
Rodale Institute Experimental Farm
611 Siegfriedale Road
Kutztown, PA 19530-9320
610-683-1400
fax: 610-683-8548
e-mail form: http://www.rodaleinstitute.org/contact_form
Web: http://www.rodaleinstitute.org/
The Experimental Farm is a 333-acre, certified organic farm. On-farm research. Research publications and educational activities linking healthy people to healthy soil. Sponsors conferences, seminars, workshops, and farm tours. Internships available. Educational Web site for kids, parents, and teachers.
Northeast Organic Farming Association of Rhode Island (NOFA/RI)
51 Edwards Lane
Charlestown, RI 02813
401-364-7557
fax: 401-364-1699
e-mail: nofari@nofari.org
Web: http://www.nofari.org/
Summer tours of organic farms and gardens. Provides organic certification assistance.
Agricenter International
7777 Walnut Grove Road
Memphis, TN 38120
901-757-7777
fax: 901-757-7783
e-mail: info@agricenter.org
Web: http://www.agricenter.org/
Research farm, demonstration plots, market tours, newsletter, and workshops.
Ecovillage Training Center
The Farm 189 Schoolhouse Road
P.O. Box 90
Summertown, TN 38483-0090
Jennifer English
931-964-4474
fax: 931-964-2200
e-mail: ecovillage@thefarm.org
Web: http://www.thefarm.org/etc/
Courses in permaculture, sustainable agriculture, organic production, appropriate technologies, biofuels, and natural building. Apprenticeships and internships available.
Sequatchie Valley Institute
1233 Cartwright Loop
Whitwell, TN 37397
423-949-5922
e-mail: ashley@svionline.org
Web: http://www.svionline.org/
Workshops, conferences and research on sustainable living, natural building, permaculture, edible landscaping, and alternative energy. Internships available.
Gardens/Mini-Farms Network
P.O. Box 1901
Lubbock, TX 79408-1901
Ken Hargesheimer
806-744-8517
fax: 806-747-0500
e-mail: Minifarms@aol.com
Web: http://www.minifarms.com/
Workshops in organic, no-till gardening, mini-farming, and mini-ranching in permanent beds (worldwide, in English and Spanish) using drip or bucket drip irrigation.
Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA) of Vermont
P.O. Box 697
Richmond, VT 05477
Meg Klepack
802-434-4122
fax: 802-434-4154
e-mail: info@nofavt.org
Web: http://www.nofavt.org/
Non-profit association of farmers, gardeners, and consumers working to promote an economically viable and ecologically sound Vermont food system for the benefit of current and future generations. Offers an apprenticeship program for beginning farmers; runs the Vermont organic certification program; provides on-farm workshops and technical assistance for farmers; publishes a quarterly newsletter and regional newspaper; and hosts an annual Winter Conference for farmers, gardeners and consumers.
Virginia Association for Biological Farming
P.O. Box 1003
Lexington, VA 24450
Katherine Smith
540-463-6363
e-mail: VaBioFarming@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.vabf.org/
Biological agriculture education and farming research; farmer networking/support; workshops and conferences; bimonthly newsletter; annual membership directory.
Organic Seed Alliance
P.O. Box 772
Port Townsend, WA 98368
360-385-7192
fax: 360-385-7455
e-mail: info@seedalliance.org
Web: http://www.seedalliance.org/
Non-profit organization for promoting the ethical development and stewardship of the genetic resources of agricultural seed. Provides technical assistance, educational services, and conducts research and advocacy programs. Beginning to advanced level workshops in seed saving, farm-scale seed production, plant variety improvement, and classical plant breeding for organic systems. Biennial Organic Seed Growers Conference.
Pacific Bamboo Resources
Jonathan Scherch
206-200-3464
e-mail: jms@pacificbamboo.com
Web: http://www.pacificbamboo.com
Provides information on sustainable production and uses of bamboo. Identifies organizations and publicatons. Offers short courses and internships.
Tilth Producers of Washington
P.O. Box 85056
Seattle, WA 98145
Nancy Allen
206-442-7620
fax: 206-524-7702
e-mail: nancy@tilthproducers.org
Web: http://www.tilthproducers.org/
Provides information about Washington organic farms, programs and resources. Publishes a directory of growers, suppliers, buyers, and resources. Sponsors annual conference, educational farm walks, and intern placement directory.
Growing Power Milwaukee
5500 West Silver Spring Road
Milwaukee, WI 53218
414-527-1546
fax: 414-527-1908
e-mail form: http://www.growingpower.org/contact_us.htm
or staff@growingpower.org
Web: http://www.growingpower.org/
Urban Agriculture Workshop. Community Food Centers teach sustainable production, processing, marketing, and distribution practices. Hands-on training; publications.
Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service (MOSES)
P.O. Box 339
Spring Valley, WI 54767
715-772-3153
fax: 715-772-3162
e-mail: info@mosesorganic.org
Web: www.mosesorganic.org
An educational outreach organization helping farmers transition to organic production. Projects include: the Organic Farming Conference and the Organic University, held annually in La Crosse, WI; The Organic Bro*adcaster, a bi-monthly newspaper; and The Upper Midwest Organic Resource Directory. Also organizes trainings and answers farmers' questions.
