Let's Go Organic
The Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) is a network assembled by the USDA’s National Organic Program to support transitioning and organic producers with mentorship and resources.
We are six regions working together nationwide towards a common goal:
to grow the network of organic producers.
With TOPP, producers transitioning to organic will find support through the transition and certification process. Mentorship, workshops, webinars, field days, technical assistance, and other educational events will offer opportunities to learn about organic production, the certification process, market opportunities, and more.
Find your region below to learn more about mentorship, events, and resources.
Join Our Mentorship Program
The TOPP mentorship program builds connections between experienced organic producers and producers transitioning to organic, supports the transition process, and creates a stronger network of organic producers across the United States.
For Mentees
Transitioning producers gain support, guidance, and development through mentorship.
As a transitioning producer you will receive free mentorship from an experienced organic producer. Mentors and transitioning producers will work together to set goals for the mentorship year and will form a strong network of organic producers across the region.
For Mentors
Mentors play a crucial role in helping new organic producers succeed while growing the organic movement.
As a mentor, you will have the opportunity to guide and support producers who are transitioning to organic, providing them with valuable insights, practical advice, and industry best practices. Mentorship training, time, and travel are paid. All crop and livestock producers are welcome to apply!
Upcoming Events
Outreach to NE NV Farmers Market Managers
Holley Family Farms
5:00 pm - 5:00 pm (PT) | Elko, NV
The Farmer Market Promotion Program will be hosting a training event for farmers market managers in the Elko area. I will be attending, as part of Grow Organic Nevada, to introduce the program. Additionally, as a partner farm outreach, I’ll be having dinner with a local farmer and market manager to discuss the mentorship program, and ways to promote and encourage increased grower numbers, including organic production
Transition to Organic Dairy Webinar
SDSPA
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (CST) | Online
Join us for an engaging webinar on transitioning to organic dairy production, where Brad Heins, Professor of Dairy Management at the University of Minnesota’s West Central Research Center in Morris, MN, will share practical steps, certification insights, and provide steps to improving herd health and sustainability in organic dairy production systems.
Vegetation Managment Conference
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
9:00 am - 4:00 am | Houston, TX
At this event I will be speaking about certified organic agriculture in an urban setting.
Farmers Market Promotion Project
University of Nevada (Reno)
multiple, NV
The Farmers Market Promotion Project grant plan calls for delivering trainings for market managers regarding website marketing, social media marketing, web functionality marketing, community and media relations, and on-site marketing.
Organic Office Hours
Online
Get your questions answered at weekly Organic Office Hours!
Curious about what it takes to transition your operation to organic? Do you have questions about the certification process? Or are you a newly certified producer with questions on how to stay in compliance? Join us at weekly virtual office hours with organic expert Sarah Townsend of Oregon Tilth. Learn about Organic Certification, Organic System Plans (OSPs), how to get certified, and more. All questions and experience levels welcome!
Join us through Teams video meeting or simply call in.
Microsoft Teams Meeting: Join on your computer, mobile app or room device
https://oregontilth.link/organicofficehours
Or call in (audio only)
Phone Conference ID: 445 762 348#
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