1. Organic farming alive and well at MSU Student Organic Farm
Visit: http://www.mlive.com/environment/index.ssf/2009/07/john_biernbaum_is_actively_inv.html,
to learn about the MSU Student Organic Farm and what it offers for
those seeking more knowledge and experience on organic production. Also
you can listen to the conversation between John Biernbaum, Prof of
Horticulture and director of SOF and Kirk Heinze, Director of
Communication in the College of Ag and Natural Resource.
Articles- Help improve our New Ag Network website and secure funding
- Farmer discusses pros and cons of EQIP Organic Initiative
- Real farmers learn how to manage perennial weeds
- US and Canada agree to recognize organic certification
3. USDA News Release- Agriculture Deputy Secretary Merrigan Announces U.S.-Canada Agreement For Organic Trade Equivalence
Agriculture
Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan announced that a first-of-its-kind
agreement has been reached between the U.S. and Canada that will expand
opportunities for organic producers in both countries. The “equivalency
agreement” follows a review by both nations of the other’s organic
certification sold as organic in Canada, and vice versa.
To view entire article visit www.michiganorganic.msu.edu
