This publication outlines the origins of organic agriculture, highlighting the concepts that define it as a distinct and sustainable approach to farming.

The Southern Organic Resource Guide was designed to help certified and transitioning organic farmers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Kentucky, Mississippi and Tennessee minimize and manage risks associated with obtaining and maintaining organic certification.

This fact sheet gives a brief summary of what customers need to know about issues in organic foods and farming.

Funds to help pay costs associated with organic certification are available from USDA programs, with signup deadlines at the end of October.

USDA will help cover certification and education expenses to agricultural producers who are certified organic or transitioning to organic.