Videos & Recordings
Practical Knowledge for Real-World Farming
Explore our library of videos and recordings, designed to support your journey in organic farming. Whether you’re catching up on a webinar you missed, revisiting an essential topic, or seeking practical strategies to implement on your farm, our videos give you the freedom to learn at your own pace.
Dive into expert presentations, farmer stories, and practical demonstrations covering everything from crop production and rotation to soil health and fertility, farm business and economics, and marketing and sales. This is your go-to hub for knowledge, insights, and inspiration, helping you make informed decisions, grow your farm sustainably, and connect with the experiences of fellow producers.
Getting Started With Organic
Transitioning to Organic: Steps & Certification Process
Representatives from OCIA, EcoCert, and ProCert share insights on organic transition, outlining key steps, requirements, and what to expect during certification.
Certified Organic Production: Practices & Record Keeping
An overview of certified organic production, covering certification steps, management considerations, record-keeping practices, and available supports.
Organic Certification: Standards & Requirements
A guide for producers exploring certification, highlighting the standards, management principles, prohibited substances, labeling rules, and their application to production.
Crop Production & Rotation
Planning Crop Rotations: The Diversity is What Makes You
Discover how thoughtful crop rotations can improve soil fertility and help manage weeds.
Intercropping: Utilizing Every Acre More Efficiently
Explore the benefits of intercropping and how it can increase productivity on organic farms.
Strategies for Successful & Sustainable Weed Management
Hear from producers about practical approaches to managing weeds effectively and sustainably.
Weeds: The First Emergence
Explore how organic farmers manage weeds in ways that support both crop production and healthy ecosystems.
How to Time Your Cover Crops Successfully
Getting the timing right on cover crops can be tricky. Get expert advice to maximize soil health, boost nutrients, and control weeds.
Expanding the Use of Cover Crops
Though it is laborious to grow plants that will never be harvested, cover crops have many benefits. Gain insights from experienced farmers.
Soil Health & Fertility
Reducing Tillage with Dr. Martin Entz
Discover strategies for minimizing tillage in organic systems and the benefits for soil health and resilience. (Peace Country Beef & Forage Association)
Building Organic Matter for Healthy Soils
Explore the key attributes of healthy soils, the vital role of organic matter, and practical ways to monitor and improve soil health in organic production. (eOrganic)
Nutrient Management for Crops & Soils
Hear from four farmers as they share practical strategies for maintaining soil fertility, supporting crop health, and protecting the environment in organic production. (eOrganic)
Farm Business, Marketing & Exporting
The Importance of Understanding Cost of Production
Discover how thoughtful crop rotations can improve soil fertility and help manage weeds.
Cover Cropping Economics with Kevin Elmy
Explore the benefits of intercropping and how it can increase productivity on organic farms.
Connecting and Adapting to Markets
Practical tips to diversify your marketing with websites, retail, videos, campaigns, and sustainable storytelling.
Digital Marketing for Producers
Time-saving digital marketing strategies for organic livestock producers; reach buyers, track results, and share your farm’s story.
Have You Thought About Exporting?
Learn key steps to plan your export strategy and approach international markets with confidence. (Alberta Agriculture)
What's Involved in Exporting?
Discover the essentials of exporting, including market research, regulations, and practical support. (Alberta Agriculture)
Shift to Organics
Pivot & Grow is your hub for expert guidance, practical tools, and market connections to help you transition to successful organic farming.
