When an organic farmer succeeds, we all thrive Where Opportunity Meets Growth.

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When an organic farmer succeeds, we all thrive Where Opportunity Meets Growth

VISION Provide research that is relevant and responsive to organic farmers needs Cultivate a broader and deeper connection among organic supporters Integrate organic farming programs into agricultural universities Grow organic champions in Congress and federal agencies

Organic Farming Promotes Health & Prosperity in California Slows Climate Change Improves Human Health Creates Jobs / Sustains Rural Economy Provides NEW Economic Growth & Development MULTIPLE BENEFITS of ORGANIC FARMING

More than 300 Grants Awarded Land Grand Assessment Overview May 2012 Launch Immediate response from Deans RESEARCH AND EDUCATION t YAY Us! t How Do We Get an ‘A’? t We’re Going to FIX IT!

For Organic Research and Extension StateNational Ranking Annual Organic Sales (2008) Score (of 8 points possible) CA1$1,148,650,0006 WA2$281,970,0008 PA3$212,739,0005 OR4$155,613,0007 TX5$149,328,0005 WI6$132,764,0007 NY7$105,133,0006 VT8$72,857,0007 IA9$71,545,0007 ID10$71,250,0006 STATE ORGANIC REVENUE TO INVESTMENT Source: USDA: NASS

Working together to build a healthier environment for people, planet and profit. When an organic farmer succeeds, we all thrive JOIN US AT ofrf.org