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August 2010
August 2-6, 2010
Water Quality & Sustainable Agriculture Practices Workshop, Swanton Pacific Ranch, Davenport, CA
The Bay Watershed Education Training workshop will increase your understanding of watershed-based water quality monitoring and land management techniques. Sustainable agriculture practices will be examined in selection forest management, planned rotational livestock and rangeland management, and irrigated crop management. The five-day workshop includes professional tools, field-based training, GIS/GPS applications, CEUs, lunches, and a closing-day barbeque. The workshop is $70 for students and $125 for professionals. Space is limited! Registration deadline is July 2nd. For more information or to register, visit the workshop description.
August 12, 2010
Seeds of Change Field Day, McGrath Family Farms, Camarillo, CA
Seeds of Change and McGrath Family Farms will hold a field day featuring our new varieties for 2011 - tomatoes, melons, summer squash, and more! The event includes field tours, produce displays, and tasting panels. Network with growers, produce buyers, chefs and seed specialists. Please request an invitation by sending your name, affiliation, address, phone number and email to soc.fieldday@gmail.com. Also see the Seeds of Change Field Day in Sunol, CA on August 16th.
August 14-15, 2010
The Heartland Festival, Double T-Acres Ranch, Stevinson, CA
Join the Ecological Farming Association and other local groups for garden demos, renewable energy talks, berry picking, delicious food, children activities, live music, square dancing, and more. The Heartland Project seeks to strengthen the future of sustainable and family farming in the San Joaquin Valley by bringing together farmers and families and encouraging a closer understanding of food production. Read more.
August 15, 2010
Tour d’Organics Bike Tour, Sebastopol, CA
Tour d’Organics has organized a bike tour of organic farms around Sebastopol, CA and is donating the proceeds of the event to Organic Athlete, an organization dedicated to educating people how to live a healthy, athletic life on a nourishing vegan diet. Don’t miss this chance to explore the region’s beauty and organic agriculture by bike! Four rides of varying difficulties and distances are available; the event is accessible for beginners and seasoned bike veterans. More information and registration.
August 16, 2010
Seeds of Change Field Day, Baia Nicchia Farm and Sunol Water Temple, Sunol, CA
Seeds of Change, Baia Nicchia Farm, and Chef Guillaume Bienaimé of Marché invite you to a field day featuring our new varieties for 2011 - tomatoes, melons, peppers, summer squash and more! The event includes field tours, produce displays, tasting panels, and chef's creations. Network with growers, produce buyers, chefs and seed specialists. Please request an invitation by sending your name, affiliation, address, phone number and email to soc.fieldday@gmail.com. Also see the Seeds of Change Field Day in Camarillo, CA on August 12th.
August 17,2010
CCOF, LLC Management Committee, TBD
The LLC Management Committee is the governing body for CCOF Certification Services. Meetings are generally not open to the public or to CCOF certified members. However, there may be times when an individual, organization or business will want to communicate to the Management Committee. These meeting dates are provided to facilitate such communication.
August 17, 2010
CCOF Fresno-Tulare Chapter Meeting, Fresno, CA
The CCOF Fresno- Tulare Chapter will host its next meeting at the Yosemite Falls Café, 4278 West Ashlan, Fresno CA (Hwy 99& Ashlan). The agenda will include a presentation by Richard Molinar from UCCE, on mealybug organic control measures, dust issues for SJV growers by Steve Koretoff and an update on the new pasture rules for non-ruminate growers by CCOF Regional Service Representative, Cynthia Ortegon. For more information, contact Cynthia Ortegon at 559-664-0471 or omtibet@sbcglobal.net. Read the meeting agenda.
August 18, 2010
Organic Production in the Central Valley, Tulare, CA
The Organic Fertilizer Association of California (OFAC) and California Certified Crop Advisers are hosting a daylong seminar on organic production at the International Agri Center's Social Hall in Tulare, CA. The seminar features presentations on Weed Control, IPM, Tissue Testing Mycorrhizals, Food Safety, Folar Plant Nutrition, Manure Use, Food Safety, Grower Panel and other subjects. Eighteen organic input suppliers will have tabletop exhibits. CEU hours will be offered for PCAs and CCAs. For more information contact Steve Beckley at (916) 539-4107 or sbeckley@aol.com. Read more about registration and program information.
August 20, 2010
CCOF, Inc. Board Meeting. 2-5 PM
Conference call. Contact patrice@ccof.org for details.
To aid our members our or the public in engaging in Board or Committee meetings, CCOF has developed a policy to provide information on how to access CCOF ‘s Board of Directors and Committees including how to request time on the agenda, and what to expect at the meetings. We strongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
August 25, 2010
California Organic Products Advisory Committee (COPAC) Meeting, CA Department of Food and Agriculture, Sacramento, CA
COPAC, which advises the Secretary of Food and Agriculture on matters regarding organic farming and processing in California, will meet to discuss AB 856, the State Organic Program, the California Department of Public Health, the NOSB and more. Read the full agenda and get more information about the meeting.
August 28, 2010
CRCMC’s 6th Annual Pure Mendocino Organic Celebration, Paul Dolan’s Dark Horse Ranch, Ukiah, CA
Announcing the 6th Annual Pure Mendocino Organic Celebration, widely referred to as the premier organic food and wine experience in the known world. This farm to table family-style dinner will showcase organically produced Mendocino County wines and a menu by Craig Strattman and Bridget Harrington of Ukiah’s Patrona Restaurant and Lounge, as well as several guest chefs. The event begins at 4:00 p.m. and runs until 10:00 p.m. Tickets are $135 per person, which includes a commemorative wine glass. For more information visit www.puremendocino.org or call 1 (800) 449-6483.
September 2010
September 7, 2010
CCOF, Inc. Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact patrice@ccof.org for details
To aid our members our or the public in engaging in Board or Committee meetings, CCOF has developed a policy to provide information on how to access CCOF ‘s Board of Directors and Committees including how to request time on the agenda, and what to expect at the meetings. We strongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
September 15 , 2010
CCOF Marketing Committee Meeting
Conference Call. Contact bridgett@ccof.org for details.
To aid our members our or the public in engaging in Board or Committee meetings, CCOF has developed a policy to provide information on how to access CCOF ‘s Board of Directors and Committees including how to request time on the agenda, and what to expect at the meetings. We strongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
September 25, 2010
CASFS Harvest Festival, UCSC Farm, Santa Cruz, CA
The Center for Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems (CASFS) will host their Harvest Festival and “Food For Thought” Forum on September 25, which will include live music, food, and hay rides! CASFS also offers a variety of weekend classes on topics from fruit tree pruning to raising chickens in a suburban environment. Visit the event description to learn more.
October 2010
October 2-3, 2010
Hoes Down Harvest Festival, Full Belly Farm, Capay Valley, CA
The 22nd annual Hoes Down Harvest Festival at Full Belly Farm offers educational farm tours, a magical children’s area, hands-on workshops, farm products, organic food, live music and much more. Camping onsite is available. Read more.
October 13-16, 2010
All Things Organic/Natural Products Expo East, Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Boston, MA
CCOF will host a booth at the 2010 All Things Organic trade show. All Things Organic, which will take place along with the Natural Products Expo East Trade Show, is dedicated to growing the organic industry and bringing buyers and sellers together. Visit us at booth #3470 where CCOF will inform individuals about the benefits of organic certification and showcase our members to attendees looking to source organic. For more information visit www.organicexpo.com.
October 19, 2010
CCOF, LLC Management Committee, TBD
The LLC Management Committee is the governing body for CCOF Certification Services.Meetings are generally not open to the public or to CCOF certified members. However, there may be times when an individual, organization or business will want to communicate to the Management Committee. These meeting dates are provided to facilitate such communication.
October 20, 2010
CCOF, Inc. Finance Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact patrice@ccof.org for details
To aid our members our or the public in engaging in Board or Committee meetings, CCOF has developed a policy to provide information on how to access CCOF ‘s Board of Directors and Committees including how to request time on the agenda, and what to expect at the meetings. We strongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
October 29, 2010
CCOF's 5th Annual Organic Beer & Wine Tasting, Ferry Building, San Francisco, CA
Join CCOF at the 5th Annual Organic Beer, Wine and Spirit Tasting at the San Francisco Ferry Building to sample a wide variety of fine beverages made by CCOF certified organic producers, and for the opportunity to talk directly with the vintners, brewers, and spirit makers. In addition to the wide variety of beverages to sample, attendees will have the chance to bid in a Silent Auction on items donated by the vendors. Last year's auction items included bottles of the vintner's best wines, gift boxes of beer, and brewery and winery tours. The event begins at 4:00 p.m. and runs until 8:00 p.m. Tickets for this event are $30 per person, including a commemorative wine glass. For more information, view the event description.
November 2010
November 2, 2010
CCOF, Inc. Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact patrice@ccof.org for details
To aid our members our or the public in engaging in Board or Committee meetings, CCOF has developed a policy to provide information on how to access CCOF ‘s Board of Directors and Committees including how to request time on the agenda, and what to expect at the meetings. We strongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
November 3 , 2010
CCOF Marketing Committee Meeting
Conference Call. Contact bridgett@ccof.org for details.
To aid our members our or the public in engaging in Board or Committee meetings, CCOF has developed a policy to provide information on how to access CCOF ‘s Board of Directors and Committees including how to request time on the agenda, and what to expect at the meetings. We strongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
November 20, 2010
CCOF, Inc. Board Meeting.
In-person meeting at CCOF home office. Contact patrice@ccof.org for details.
To aid our members our or the public in engaging in Board or Committee meetings, CCOF has developed a policy to provide information on how to access CCOF ‘s Board of Directors and Committees including how to request time on the agenda, and what to expect at the meetings. We strongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
December 2010
December 3-4, 2010
9th Annual Sustainable Pest Management Conference, San Luis Obispo, CA
Once again CCOF will be partnering with Cal Poly, College of Agriculture Food and Environmental Sciences (CAFES - formerly SARC) to host the 9th Annual Sustainable Pest Management Conference. The conference provides active industry professionals; pest control advisors, consultants and organic growers with information on innovative strategies for controlling pests using sustainable agriculture practices. Find out more.
December 7, 2010
CCOF, Inc. Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact patrice@ccof.org for details
To aid our members our or the public in engaging in Board or Committee meetings, CCOF has developed a policy to provide information on how to access CCOF ‘s Board of Directors and Committees including how to request time on the agenda, and what to expect at the meetings. We strongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
December 15 , 2010
CCOF, Inc. Finance Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact patrice@ccof.org for details
To aid our members our or the public in engaging in Board or Committee meetings, CCOF has developed a policy to provide information on how to access CCOF ‘s Board of Directors and Committees including how to request time on the agenda, and what to expect at the meetings. We strongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
January 2011
January 16-18, 2011
36th Winter Fancy Food Show, Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA
CCOF will exhibit at this premier specialty foods show featuring the latest new products in the market. Join us and discover some of the world’s finest foods and beverages from more than 1,300 exhibitors representing more than 35 countries. Find CCOF at booth #1461. For more information, visit www.specialtyfood.com.
January 26-29, 2011
31st Annual EcoFarm Conference, Asilomar Conference Grounds, Pacific Grove, CA
The annual EcoFarm Conference has brought food systems stakeholders together for education, networking and celebration for the past three decades. Join CCOF at this year’s conference featuring over 60 workshops by prominent speakers covering the latest technological advances in agriculture, marketing strategies and other important food systems issues. Enjoy organic meals and lively entertainment. Learn more.
February 2011
February 8-10, 2011
World Ag Expo, International Agri-Center, Tulare, CA
The World Ag Expo, the world’s largest annual agricultural exposition, brings together the latest in agricultural technology and innovation with 1,600 exhibitors and an average of 100,000 attendees. Attend free seminars, cooking demonstrations and more. Visit CCOF at booth #3424 and join us in promoting organic agriculture. Learn more about the expo.
February 16-19, 2011
BioFach, Nuremburg, Germany
BioFach is the “World Organic Trade Fair”, offering an extensive range of organic food and fair trade products as well as agricultural and marketing supplies. Network with highly qualified international professionals while enjoying exhibitions and focusing on issues relevant to the organic sector. More information.
February 18-20, 2011
CCOF Annual Convention, Ventura, CA
Join us for CCOF’s second Annual Convention February 18-20, 2011 in Ventura, California. The Convention begins with the CCOF Inc. Board of Directors meeting and training on February 18, 2011. The CCOF Annual Meeting and Reception hosted by the South Coast Chapter will be held from 5pm-9pm on February 18, 2011. Day 2 of the Annual Convention is a full day Education Conference, “Growing the Organic Market,” with hands-on workshops and panel presentations focused on how to bring your organic product to market. Day 2 will also include a trade show of exhibitors that service and provide marketing support to the organic industry. Farm tours of local CCOF operations in the Ventura/Oxnard area are planned for the third and final day of the Convention. Check for agenda updates.
March 2011
March 6-8, 2011
California Small Farm Conference, San Jose, CA
This three day educational conference, titled “Small Farms: Bright Futures” is the premier gathering of small farmers and those who support them. Enjoy on-farm tours, focused workshops, general educational sessions and opportunities for peer networking at the 24th California Small Farm Conference. More information.
March 10-13, 2011
Natural Products Expo West, Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA
Join CCOF at the premier trade show for the natural, organic and healthy products industry to enjoy the best products of today and explore future trends. With thousands of exhibitors and over 50,000 professionals and peers, Natural Products Expo West is a great chance to network and stay up-to-date on industry issues and trends. Visit CCOF at booth #2611. Learn more.
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