The newly expanded Marbleseed Organic Resource Directory now includes buyers, suppliers, and certification agencies, as well as educational resources such as fact sheets, workbooks, guidebooks, and more.
Want to see your business or resource listed in the Marbleseed Organic Resource Directory? We review all submissions to ensure products, services, and educational resources are appropriate for inclusion in the directory. To submit your business or resource for consideration, please use the forms below.
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Farming Systems, Farming Systems : Organic, Leadership and Community : Healthy Communities
New and growing network of the many regional CSA networks around the US.
Farm Business, Farming Systems, Leadership and Community
Standards for fair labor policies with an extensive Tool-kit for farmers that includes resources in improving pricing so that the farm can pay living wages, a model employee handbook grounded in fairness that is easy to adapt for your farm, health and safety planning, conflict resolution, evaluations, information on what makes a fair contract, and many templates for recording safety trainings.
Farming Systems, Farming Systems : Organic, Leadership and Community : Healthy Communities
Resource for posting on CSA websites to help members understand the full meaning of joining a CSA.
Farming Systems, Farming Systems : Organic, Leadership and Community : Healthy Communities
International network of CSA and Solidarity Economic networks, and also has great resources, including courses that both farmers and their customers can take in the many ways of being a good food citizen.
Certification Agency
Home of North America's leading food labels; growing family of trusted certifications includes Animal Welfare Approved, Certified GrassFed and Certified Non GMO
Farm Business, Production
The national Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) website has added farm food safety “decision trees” to help farmers identify risks and implement food-safe practices. Nine decision trees are available, including worker hygiene, soil amendments, wildlife management, and postharvest handling.
Leadership and Community : Racial Equity
NLFR provides policy advocacy, farm management and sustainability training, conservation best practices, and technical assistance that enables Latinos and multiethnic farmworkers, farmers, and ranchers who have been historically discriminated against to transition and thrive in indigenous, regenerative and sustainable farming and ranching operations, while strengthening and safeguarding our national food supply system.
Fruits and Specialty Crops : Fruits
Online organic resources for growing apples, beans, carrots, grapes, and more from Cornell University. (Although these guides were written primarily for New York growers, the recommendations are applicable to growers in other humid regions.)
Leadership and Community : Racial Equity
Current research and outreach on structural racism in the U.S. food system for food system practitioners, researchers, educators, and advocates.
Fruits and Specialty Crops : Fruits, Production : Pests
Online organic resources for growing apples, beans, carrots, grapes, and more from Cornell University. (Although these guides were written primarily for New York growers, the recommendations are applicable to growers in other humid regions.)
Farm Business : General
Sustainable Vegetable Production website to share results from research on strategies that enhance vegetable production and cropping systems.
The growth phase of the pasture season is coming to a rapid end as we advance through the fall. However, we still have plenty of options to optimize fall grazing in the transition to winter. One of…
Most people can name a few apple varieties: those available at grocery stores, those we remember from childhood, maybe a few more for people who regularly visit a local orchard in the fall. But there…
Farm Business : Certification
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach now offers free online food safety training modules for farmers’ market managers and vendors. The four modules cover good agricultural practices (GAP) for pre-harvest, post-harvest, marketing and best practices at the market, and value-added products
Production : Fertility, Production : Pests, Production : Diseases, Production : Weeds
The pocket-sized guide from Purdue University and the Midwest Cover Crops Council is designed to help farmers choose, grow and use appropriate cover crops in their farming operations.
As a full-forage Grassfed dairy and beef grazier, I find it paramount to grow as much quality forage as our farm can every year. Conditions in Wisconsin this year have made that especially challenging…
An interesting part of my position with Marbleseed as a crop specialist is the variety of questions that come my way. The questions range widely from specific crop rotations to determining what to…
For people considering organic certification, it’s commonly understood that you’ll have to change some of your management practices. When the crops you grow are annuals, it seems fairly st…
Farm Business : Funding, Leadership and Community : Healthy Communities
This guide is written for anyone seeking help from federal programs to foster sustainable and innovative initiatives in this country associated with agriculture and forestry.
Leadership and Community : Healthy Communities
2019-2020 National Cover Crop Survey by USDA SARE, CTIC, and ASTA with information from 1,172 farmer responses across the country.
Equipment Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier
For almost 35 years, providing electric fence and netting; sheep, goat and poultry supplies; as well as expert advice
State Agency
Assures the safety and quality of food, fair business practices for the buyer and seller, efficient use of agricultural resources, consumer protection, healthy animals and plants, and the vitality of…
Resource and Advocacy Organization
An effort to encourage the sharing of organic farming knowledge amoung the plain-church communities. Free sample publication. Subscription $25 (make check to “Barnyard Classifieds”).
Resource and Advocacy Organization
A membership organization working to build a just, sustainable food and farming system that cares for people and the land
Pest Control Supplier
Producer of beneficial insects supplying major agribusiness operations throughout the world. Fly parasites are a successful and economical tool in reducing fly populations in dairy, feedlot, poultry…
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier
Products and programs (soils, crops, and animal nutrition) to assist farmers in managing an efficient and profitable operation
Equipment Supplier
Supplier of 4-15 ft Imants rotary spader tillage tool for incorporating large amounts of organic material, such as crop residue, straw, compost or green manure in a single pass
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Pest Control Supplier
One stop shop for organic soil fertility products, organic pesticides, and our proven biological products including SP-1, Residuce, and Myco Seed Treat
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
5 touch organic fertilizer program. Helping every step of the way to get your soil dialed in to achieve the best yields possible
Consultant
Provides recommendations and consultations for best practices for sourcing; offers consumer outreach and education; direct marketing; philanthropy
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Enhancing the quality of life for family farmers, rural communities and all people through educational opportunities, cooperative endeavors and civic engagement
Fertilizer Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier
Manufacturer of natural and organic fertilizers and feed supplements. Working with certified and sustainable growers. Call for free catalog or dealer near you
University Program
Program offers one year certificates and two year degrees. Included on campus is a 140 acre farm used for demonstration to students and new farmers who wish to begin farming on site
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
Supplying 100% organic fertilizer consisting of 100% chicken manure. Available in pellets, crumbles or belt dried, and in 1 ton bags
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Pest Control Supplier
Dedicated to fostering the use of biological products including biopesticides and biostimulants
Equipment Supplier
Manufactures a full line of planter attachments as well as Implement Guidance products including the Sunco Acura Trak and Sunco Stabilizer
Pest Control Supplier
Protect your field crops, fruits and vegetables from deer damage. Rainfast within 24 hours, the most effective, longest lasting repellent. Emits an odor that animals relate to predator activity
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor
A multi-stakeholder cooperative with a mission to produce and market the finest organic maple syrup products by fair and sustainable methods
Federal Agency
The primary federal agency working to protect natural resources on private lands. NRCS offers technical and financial assistance to farmers for conservation planning and practices suited to their land…
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor
An FDA and organic certified Food Facility that buys, markets, processes, and stores specialty food ingredients, including flax, garbanzo beans, and lentils
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Pest Control Supplier
Offers many customized products for an array of fields and gardens, and manufactures organic, conventional and sustainable agricultural products
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Provides beginning and underserved farmers access to resource opportunities for developing profitable and environmentally sustainable businesses. A membership based, non-profit organization serving…
University Program
An education and research farm with Michigan State University that conducts on-farm research and hosts a farm incubator for beginning farmers
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier
Top selling sea minerals in the country–Redmond Salt and Redmond Conditioner for animal and soil applications
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Member based organization that protects the rights of farmers, artisan food producers, homesteaders, affiliates and consumers to engage in direct commerce
Certification Agency
Certifying producers and handlers, providing educational programs to serve organic and sustainable farmers, homesteaders, backyard gardeners, and consumers
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor
Purchaser and Seller of North American Organic Grains including Corn, Wheat, Barley, Rye, Peas, Soybeans, Screenings, Oats, and more
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Strengthening farms and communities through farmer-led investigation and information sharing. Farmers lead our field days, farminars, workshops, research and more
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor, Livestock Feed Supplier, Seed Supplier
Custom processing and sales of Certified Organic and non-GMO grains for food, feed and quality seed. Crop, Forage, cover crop seed. Chicken, cattle and pig food
Seed Supplier, Soil Inputs Supplier, Pest Control Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
Non-GMO vegetable seeds, organic-approved fertilizers, micronutrients, and pest control. Write for catalog, or visit retail store (closed Thursdays). Wholesale seed list also available.
Certification Agency, Certification Agency
Non-profit educational organization offering resources to the USDA accredited organic certifier community and the organic industry
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
Products that are proving every day to improve overall plant quality while increasing crop yields. USDA BioPreferred & OMRI Listed products available
Seed Supplier
Supplier of certified organic vegetable, herb and flower seeds, certified organic seedlings and drip irrigation. Prompt delivery and free shipping offer for orders over $35
Certification Agency, Certification Agency
An accredited inspection and certification agency in the food/feed/fiber industry offering multiple certification scopes for domestic or international needs
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Nonprofit educational and networking organization dedicated to encouraging the production, processing, and marketing of poultry raised on pasture
Resource and Advocacy Organization
National non-profit research and advocacy group dedicated to organic integrity in support of family-scale organic farms
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Working to advance organic opportunities by fostering education, research, promotion and market development and policy
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier, Pest Control Supplier
Restoring health and vitality to soils; bringing forth higher quality foods to the benefit of animal and human health; distributor of Restora-Life minerals
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Pest Control Supplier
Provide reliable, environmentally responsible, personalized solutions to growers and farmers who manage plant diseases, pests, nutrition and health
University Program
Offers a program designed to provide area landowners, farmers, and young adults with access to land the entrepreneurial skills necessary to start a new, or further develop an existing, land-based…
Consultant, Service Provider, Certification Agency
Access expert organic consultation services and ensure ongoing compliance with your organic certification agency. You do the farming, I'll do the paperwork.
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
High performance,field proven,kelp based nutrients. These innovative products are used in Agriculture to enhance stress tolerance and improve crop programs
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor, Resource and Advocacy Organization
Quarterly newsletter for oat growers and buyers. Organic oat market news, variety reveiws, advertizing space included in subscription rate.
Resource and Advocacy Organization
A grassroots membership organization providing leadership & education to farmers & consumers for the advancement of managed grass-based agriculture
Equipment Supplier, Hand Tools Supplier, Seasonal Extension Supplier
Manufactures high tunnels, ag structures, commercial and retail greenhouses and accessories, as well as shade systems and plant displays
Hand Tools Supplier, Seed Supplier
Producers of quality mushroom spawn for hobbiests and commercial growers cultivating gourmet and medicinal mushrooms plus kits, tools, supplies and advice
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Helping people by championing small-scale, local, and sustainable solutions to reduce poverty, promote healthy communities, and protect natural resources
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Researches the best practices of organic agriculture, advocates for policies for farmers, and educates consumers about how going organic is the healthiest option
Soil Inputs Supplier, Livestock Feed Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier
Supplier of SEA-90 minerals and trace elements for soil, crop and livestock, SEA-90 essential elements, SEA-90 agricultural mineral and SEA-90 foliar fertilizer
Equipment Supplier
Factory direct precision in-row tillage and mowing equipment for orchards, vineyard, berry crops, hops, trees, fence line: anything in a row you need to till or mow
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
Top of the line cold processed Hydrolyzed Fish Fertilizer, from the mineral rich North Atlantic Ocean. Also, Seaweed, Blends, Crab Shell, Kelp Meal and more
Resource and Advocacy Organization, Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor
Offering hand-harvested organic herbs in small-batches of skincare, tinctures and teas on-line; cultivating nature's wisdom
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Provides free educational farm law resources at our website that help farmers become the stable, resilient foundation of a community based food system
Equipment Supplier
Manufacturer's rep for bagging or packaging scales, bag closing, conveying, palletizing and stretch wrapping equipment. Also, providing parts and service
Livestock Feed Supplier, Seed Supplier
Contracting/purchasing for organic oats, corn, soybeans, flax and other organic food and feed grains. Grower Sustainability Program. In House Agronomy Support
Livestock Feed Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier
Committed to improve the health of animals, reduce antibiotic dependence, use natural products, and improve the performance of dairy, swine, and poultry
Equipment Supplier
Produces a full line of biodegradable lubricants, including hydraulic fluids, greases, and universal tractor fluid. Our biodegradable and non-toxic formulations are designed to maximize renewable…
Alternative Energy Supplier
Wisconsin’s most trusted renewable energy solution provider designing and installing solar electric systems for residential, commercial and agricultural customers
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor
Grower/processor of organic grains; maker of whole grain flours, rolled oats, yellow and blue corn tortilla chips and pancake, hot cereal and bread mixes, etc
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Pest Control Supplier
Manufacturer and supplier of insect traps, mating disruption, biofungicides, and biopesticides
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Advancing ethical seed solutions to meet food and farming needs in a changing world through research, education, and advocacy programs
Pest Control Supplier
The World Leader in Rodent Control Technology. Manufactures a complete line of baits, stations and traps for the professional agricultural industry. Agrid3 is OMRI approved
Consultant, Service Provider
Organic consultancy, policy development, training, speaking and outreach specialists, as well as certified organic fruit growers
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor, Consultant, Service Provider
Provides an on-line platform to market organic grain, as well as an information service on organic grain prices, supply and demand
Seed Supplier
Certified organic seed corn, Value Plus high energy corn, alfalfa, clover, grasses, summer forages, peas & pea mixes, cover crops, brassicas, and cereal grains
Equipment Supplier
Leading Manufacturer of Agricultural non chemical weed control processes. Row Crop flamers, Vegetable bed flamers, vineyard & orchard flamers and more
Resource and Advocacy Organization
A network of more than 20,000 technical experts advancing science-based solutions for a healthy planet and a safer world
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Educates the public/consumers about sustainable methods of biodynamic farming; helps biodynamic farmers to make their own preparations; provides cow horns
Livestock Feed Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier
Veterinary Services and Products with emphasis on holistic. Offering Acupuncture, Veterinary Spinal Manipulation, Herbal and Homeopathy. Surgery and Dentistry also
Resource and Advocacy Organization
A national nonprofit law center providing legal services and support to family farmers and their communities to help keep family farmers on the land
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor
Buys, conditions, packages and sells soybeans and small grain for seed and food grade exporting. Only non-GMO seed is cleaned in the plant
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Trains farmers in restorative farming techniques through workshops, field days, mentorships, and Farm Beginnings; Manages the Champaign Farmers' Market
Solar-Powered Night Predator Light - maintenance-free unit automatically turns on at dusk, off at dawn. Red flashing LED light keeps nighttime predators away from your poultry, livestock, fields…
State Agency
E-mail listserv connecting Minnesotans who want to share information about organic agriculture, kick around ideas, ask each other questions, and work together. Includes farmers, researchers, and…
Equipment Supplier, Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Hand Tools Supplier
Supplying growers with products to enhance plant health, for over 75 years. Offering an integrated approach to plant health
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor, Livestock Feed Supplier
Licensed grain dealer, partnering with farmers, cleaning facilities and local elevators to supply identity-preserved organic, transitional and conventional soybeans
Equipment Supplier
Supplier of a standard tractor that comes with a 19hp Engine, 20” ground clearance, 2 (front and rear) category “0” three-point, and 20+ implements
University Program
Offers accredited, affordable, skill-based, sustainable food and agriculture courses online and in the classroom with licensed teachers who are working farmers; financial aid available
Livestock Feed Supplier, Seed Supplier
Organic & non GMO specialists that buy and sell organic commodities, including corn, soybeans, soybean meal, wheat, peas, flax and more; provides competitive prices, personal customer care, current…
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Nonprofit working to expand production, marketing & distribution of locally grown/sustainable food. Good Food Expo, Farmer Training, Good Food Business Accelerator
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor
Distributor of fresh organic produce, dairy, and grocery servicing co-ops, natural food stores and restaurants in the Upper Midwest
Resource and Advocacy Organization
A 501c3 organization committed to supporting sustainable agriculture and land stewardship through education, innovative partnerships, and programming
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
World’s leading manufacturer-exporter of organic and natural base slow release fertilizers for all green industries
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor
A cooperative that coordinates and assists organic producer marketing and contracts of organic grain and livestock with its six member farmer cooperatives
Equipment Supplier, Livestock Feed Supplier
Manufacturing, sales and service of specialized harvesting equipment for niche agriculture; specializing in harvesting solutions for fresh market producers
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
Liquid certified organic fertilizer derived from poultry manure. Zero setback restrictions, will not block any farm sprayers, drip lines or hydroponic systems
Equipment Supplier
Providing the most efficient process and equipment for composting organic waste into a material that can have a positive impact on soil fertility
Resource and Advocacy Organization, Service Provider
A grassroots coalition of farmers, ranchers and consumers working to ensure a sustainable future for American agriculture
Livestock Feed Supplier
Wholesaler and distributor of domestic organic feed ingredients working to provide you with timely delivery at competitive prices
Pest Control Supplier
Provides Summerset AllDown Organic Herbicide, an OMRI broadleaf nonselective grass and weed herbicide, and organic orchard and garden spray
Equipment Supplier, Hand Tools Supplier, Seasonal Extension Supplier
Greenhouses for sustainable agriculture solutions. We specialize in designing season extension structures and scale-appropriate systems. Movable & Fixed High Tunnels
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Pest Control Supplier
Manufacturer of Crop Protection & Post-Harvest solutions, including biofungicides, soil biologicals/biostimulants, and bioinsecticides
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Dedicated to education, advocacy, research, and networking for fruit growers in the upper midwest. Formerly the Organic Tree Fruit Association
Soil Inputs Supplier, Livestock Feed Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Seed Supplier
A farmer-owned cooperative of grain and buckwheat growers. Supplier of seed and feed ingredients and complete rations for poultry and livestock - available bagged or bulk. Cleaning/bagging of grain…
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Pest Control Supplier, Seed Supplier
Third generation, family owned & operated seed company focusing exclusively on Organic & Non-GMO farm seed of all types
University Program
Dedicated to maintaining a systems approach to agriculture. Undergraduate program in Agronomy includes an Agro ecology option that has been of high interest to students who want to study organic and…
Livestock Feed Supplier
Producer of poultry, duck, and turkey feeds; swine starters to finishers, sow rations; goat and sheep feeds, rabbit and dairy feeds; bagged or bulk
University Program
Offers a B.S. Environmental Science degree, as well as a B.S. or M.S. in Sustainable Management, collaboratively earned online through UW-Extension
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor
America’s largest organic farmer cooperative with more than 1,600 farmer-owners nationwide offering certified organic dairy, eggs, juice, produce and soy, plus Organic Prairie meat
Provides organic growers with quality organic and untreated vegetable seeds, including high performing hybrids and unique specialty varieties. Growers will also find a broad selection of cut flower…
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Expanding the connection between the community and farmers in Central Wisconsin by providing opportunities for participation, education, cooperation, and action to support a local food economy…
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Providing support for women who aspire to be farmers, own farmland and hire tenants, and become leaders and run for office. The WFAN conference is the first weekend in November
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
Manufactures OMRI-certified organic liquid fertilizers from food for soil or foliar feeding. Grades range from 1-1-1 to 4-3-3 with zero application restrictions
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
We Produce and Supply OMRI Certified Organic Compost for use in AG, produce, gardens, etc. We also offer Transportation and Spreading Services.
Resource and Advocacy Organization
Membership organization representing the organic industry in US and Canada. Promotes awareness of and expands market for organic products; represents industry on legislative, policy, and regulatory…
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
AgSource Laboratories provides independent laboratory analysis at 6 locations, for a variety of customers throughout the United States and across the globe.
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier
Specializing in a complete line of biological, probiotic and microbial products including biological seed coating/treatments, crop nutrient & manure bioaugmentation
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
Produces a wide variety of organic fertilizer products derived from chicken manure under its N²PK Organics brand. Chicken manure organic fertilizer products are pathogen and harmful bacteria free…
Resource and Advocacy Organization
National Apprenticeship under US Dept of Labor that links current and aspiring dairy farmers, providing a guided pathway for transfer of knowledge, skills and farms
University Program
Developing research and outreach programs on cover cropping, weed management in organic farming systems. Coordinating on-farm research, organic farm tours
Livestock Feed Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier
Bringing microbiology and animal nutrition together with Smart bacteria. the P-One Program™ stabilizes and maintains rumen pH and is your first ingredient
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier
Supplier of soil amendments like SumaGreen Microbial products, Bio Char, and Humates, and organic fertilizers like Neptune's Harvest, and Growers Secret
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier, Pest Control Supplier
Free-choice minerals for all grazing animals, holistic livestock remedies, natural eco-pesticides, and liquid fertilizers designed as a “whole systems approach”
Soil Inputs Supplier, Livestock Feed Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier, Pest Control Supplier
Cater to organic farmers' needs for crops, soil management, compost/manure, feed additives and water; products from Switzerland; over 25 years experience
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Livestock Products Supplier
Manufacturers Agriserum and Pit Power. Agriserum is bacteria and bacteria feeders for the soil. Pit Power is bacteria that reduces solids in manure pits
University Program
Program offers aspiring farmers working knowledge of year-round production, management, and marketing to succeed in local food systems
Buyer, Cooperative, or Processor
Wisconsin cooperative of over 165 farms, selling grass-fed beef wholesale to grocers, food co-ops & restaurants, as well as direct to consumer as custom-cut halves
University Program
Rapidly expanding sustainable living undergraduate program gives students understanding and skills to develop sustainable systems and communities to create a more sustainable world. Courses cover…
Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Pest Control Supplier
Mail order beneficial insects, traps, lures, and related supplies and support for biological pest management. We won the 2016 Global Regenerative Business Prize
Equipment Supplier, Soil Inputs Supplier, Fertilizer Supplier, Hand Tools Supplier, Pest Control Supplier
A one-stop horticultural shop with over 40 years experience and quality that is second to none
Resource and Advocacy Organization, Pest Control Supplier
Assists individuals and community-based organizations to stimulate discussion on the hazards of toxic pesticides, while providing information on safer alternatives. Produces quarterly magazine…
