This workshop is taking place during Agribition week so you can make the most of your time in Regina!

Workshop Program

12:45pm-1:00pm Registration
Arrive between 12:45 and 1:00 to get registered and settled in. Program starts at 1:00 sharp.

1:00pm-1:20pm: Introduction & Organic Statistics
Introduction to SaskOrganics, production and market statistics from across the country and the world.

1:20pm-2:00pm: Organic 101: The what and how of organic production
Canada Organic standards, regulation, record keeping, inspection, considerations and benefits.

2:00pm-2:40pm: Agronomics of Organic Agriculture
Learn the basics of fertility management, rotation planning, weed control in organic systems

2:40pm-2:55pm: Refreshment Break

2:55pm-3:10pm: Nutrient Budgeting App
A tool to help with nutrient management planning, especially for producers that rely on biological nitrogen fixation and/or occasional inputs of manure or other soil fertility amendments.

3:10pm-3:30pm: Marketing your organic products
Understand the similarities and differences of organic marketing, and learn about tools to gain a greater understanding of organic markets and meet organic buyers.

3:30pm-4:00pm: Meet the Certifiers & Certification FAQ’s
Meet the certifiers operating on the prairies and hear answers to frequently asked questions about organic certification. Hear from Pro-Cert Organic Systems, TCO Cert, and Ecocert Canada

4:00pm-4:05pm: Crop Insurance-Organic Program

4:05pm-4:20pm: Hear from our Sponsors
Meet representatives from various companies within the organic sector.

4:20pm-5:00pm: Roundtable discussions
Roundtable discussions allow attendees to ask questions of organic producers and experts in a smaller, more interactive setting.

5:00pm: Conclusion/Closing Remarks

To register click here.