Organic Farming in Nebraska

Strip Crops

Upcoming Events:

Soil Health and Cover Crops Field Day: Aug. 28, 2024, Time: 8:30 am – 2:00 pm, Location: University of Nebraska Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center

Transition to Organic Farming Workshop: Dec. 5, 2024, Location: University of Nebraska Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center

Nebraska farmers wanting to diversify their farming system and gain a higher price may include organic production of crops or livestock.

The University of Nebraska has a rapidly expanding research program focused on organic farming and Nebraska Extension has published a series of resources to aid beginning organic farmers. They include:

Organic Research Survey: This survey is collecting research in regards to the motivations and limitations producers face when implementing sustainable and organic production practices.

  • Organic Farming Survey Link
  • Roller Crimping Informational Video

  • Roller Crimper 2024 Field Day Video
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