Courses
Cultivate Knowledge & Grow Your Skills
Build essential skills at your own pace and apply them directly on your farm. Our curated courses help farmers at any stage deepen their knowledge in organic and regenerative practices, from soil health, pest and weed management, and crop rotations to certification, record-keeping, and sustainable farm business skills. Whether you’re transitioning to organic or looking to strengthen your existing operation, you can learn flexibly, on your schedule, and find courses that fit your goals.
Getting Started With Organic Farming
Organic Transition Course
Every farm’s path to organic is unique, but you don’t have to go it alone. These courses guide your transition with clear steps, practical examples, and expert support, including in-person workshops.
Organic Transition Starter Kit
Take the guesswork out of going organic. This hands-on starter kit covers soil health, weed control, certification, and production basics to help you plan and manage a successful transition with confidence.
More Resources Coming Soon
We’re continually adding new courses, guides, and tools to support organic producers. Check back soon for fresh learning opportunities designed to help you strengthen your skills and grow your farm.
Organic Production & Agronomy
A Systems Approach to Organic Agriculture
See your farm as a living system. Learn how to map your operation, connect the dots between resources, and make adaptive decisions for long-term organic success.
Organic Agronomist Training
Created by leading experts at the U of M, this course equips agronomists and advanced farmers with the latest science and strategies in organic grain production.
Basics of Organic Farming
Learn from six interactive modules covering soil health, weeds, pests, disease, irrigation, and marketing, all built for organic producers who want to sharpen their edge.
Shift to Organics
Pivot & Grow is your hub for expert guidance, practical tools, and market connections to help you transition to successful organic farming.
