Workshops

Session II

Friday, February 14 | 10:45-Noon

The Food and Farm Movement

Solar / Agrivoltaics Roundtable

Matt Kleinhenz, OSU, Katie Carothers, Old Slate Farm, Jeff Dean, Timberlane Farms

Hear from multiple voices in this conversation about the contentious issue of agrivoltaics, the practice of integrating agriculture and solar panels on farmland, and how it can impact agricultural land in Ohio. These varied perspectives will explore this polarizing topic, as Ohio balances both preserving farmland and expanding renewable energy production.

Woodhull DE


Sustainable Foundations and Personal Resilience

Understanding Heirs’ Property at the Community Level

Steve Washington, CSU

Heirs’ property is land passed down informally from generation-to-generation. It’s a significant cause of land loss across the U.S. It usually involves landowners who died without a will and now is owned by “in common” multiple heirs, regardless of whether they live on the land or pay the taxes. Learn how to protect your lands by going through this overview of heirs’ property, strategies for preventing it, and key considerations in resolving heirs’ property risk.

River Birch D


Growing Sustainable Businesses

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program

Jaime Hadji, Ohio Farmers Market Network

In 2024, the Ohio Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) underwent major changes. Dive into these new modernizations, the USDA Code of Federal Regulations, and gain the information necessary for applying to and accepting benefits. Also learn about the improvements planned for 2025, including a system for Plain Community farmers.

Woodhull B


Grain Crops

Organic Grain Market Outlook: A New Normal

Ryan Koory, Argus Media

Hear an overview of Argus’ latest perspective on U.S. organic grain market data. Following a period of unprecedented volatility, markets look to find new stability.

DenisonVirtual


Livestock and Poultry

Organic Pigs on Pasture

Shara Trierwieler, Agape Organic Farms

Delve into the unique challenges and rewards of raising pigs in a sustainable and natural environment, understanding the benefits of pasture-based pig farming. From improved animal welfare to enhanced meat quality, gain valuable insights and tools to enhance your farming practices and maintain compliance with organic standards.

Woodhull A

Livestock and Poultry

Building Soil Organic Matter Through Rotational Grazing

Jim Linne, White Clover Farms

Using rotational grazing techniques on well-managed grasslands is an excellent way to increase organic matter and improve soil health. Hear about personal experience with this technique and its efficiency in capturing carbon.

River Birch A


Vegetables, Fruit and Specialty Crops

The Essential Guide to Pawpaws

Valerie Libbey, Libbey Farm

Pawpaws (Asimina triloba) are North America’s largest native fruit. Discuss its history, growing tips and tricks, and educational resources. Learn about pollination, germinating seeds, propagating plants, and other best practices, and take home ideas for efficient fruit processing, delicious recipes, and value-added market opportunities.

River Birch C


Tools and Techniques

Which Tool is the Right Tool?

Joel Dufour, Earth Tools Inc.

Dig into the world of garden tools—it’s a lot bigger than what you see at a big-box store! Learn the proper selection and ergonomics of various tools, how to identify high quality tools, and how to maintain them.

Woodhull C


Connecting Communities

What is a Foodshed?

Benji Ballmer, Yellowbird Foodshed

We are all here because of our love for ourselves, the earth, and each other. Together, discuss how to take the work of the past, combine it with the current food system landscape, and work together to make change for a sustainable future.

River Birch B


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