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For a Listing of CCOF signature programs and events visit this webpage
July 2009
July 3, 2009
CCOF Office Closed - Independence Day
July 9-11, 2009
Natural Marketplace, Las Vegas, NV
http://www.naturalmarketplaceshow.com
Conference: July 9-11, 2009
Trade Show: July 10-11, 2009
You’re in the business of healthy products and services. Natural Marketplace 2009 — the longest-running natural products trade show and official show of the Natural Products Association — is the place to meet your business needs. With a trade show floor featuring more than 400 exhibits filled with the latest natural products and services alongside special events, activities and a highly rated education program featuring leading experts, Natural MarketPlace is a powerful selling, networking and educational opportunity.
July 21 and 28, 2009
Organic Network Final Workshop: Organic Strawberries and Vegetables, Watsonville, CA
Come join researchers from UC Santa Cruz Center for Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems (CASFS) for a two-day workshop at the UCCE auditorium in Watsonville as they share and discuss their 5 year long study on pest control and fertility management for organic strawberries. This groundbreaking research will address soil fertility and pest management strategies and alternative solutions to harmful chemicals and petroleum-based fertilizers. Read more about the study.
Day 1 (7/21/09): Fertility Management in Organic Vegetables and Strawberries
Sessions include: Nitrogen (N) Contribution from Mixed Cover Crops to Successive Organic Broccoli, Evaluating Simulation Models as Fertility Management Tools for Organic Broccoli, N Contribution from Leguminous Cover Crops and Farm-scale N Budgets, N Fertility Trials for Organic Strawberries in Santa Maria, N Fertility Trials for Organic Strawberries in Watsonville and Tissue test for organic strawberries
Day 2 (7/28/09): Disease and Pest Management in Organic Strawberries and Vegetables
Sessions include: Disease Management in Organic Strawberries and Vegetables, Crop Rotation and Anaerobic Soil Disinfestation for Organic Strawberries and Vegetables, Economics of Organic Strawberries/Vegetables Rotation, Potential of Mustard Cover Crops, Effect of Hedgerows on Biological Control in Organic Production and Alfalfa Trap Crops and the Biological Control for Lygus Bugs in Organic Strawberries
For more information on how to attend view the event flyer, view the event flyer in Spanish or contact Joji Muramoto, Ph.D. at joji@ucsc.edu.
July 22 , 2009
CCOF, Inc. Finance Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact xela@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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
July 22-23, 2009
Napa Valley Grapegrowers Organic Winegrowing Conference, Rutherford, CA
Join fellow growers and winemakers at Frog's Leap Winery for two days of discussions, presentations and an all–organic equipment & tradeshow at the premier organic course on the North Coast. This conference is a must-attend event for those interested in organic agriculture and producing organically-driven wines. Highlights of the 2 day event include: expert panel discussions by leading grapegrowers and winemakers; presentations on key topics such as the costs of organic farming, pest concerns, and the current market for organic wines and winegrapes; vineyard equipment demonstrations and trade show; and an evening reception in the garden featuring wines made from Napa’s organic vineyards. Speakers are diverse growers, winemakers, researchers and consultants for whom organic farming is a passion! PCA credit will be available. NVG Member Admission: $125 / General Admission: $250. Registration and payment is due Friday, July 17th. For more information visit www.napagrowers.org.
July 23, 2009
Crop Advisers and Certified Organic Production Seminar, Modesto, CA
The California Certified Crop Adviser Program (CCA) and the Organic Fertilizer Association of California (OFAC) will present a seminar on the role of crop advisers in providing advice and products to growers producing certified organic crops on Thursday, July 23 in Modesto. The all-day seminar will be held at the Stanislaus Ag Center’s Harvest Hall and features speakers on soil management, fertilizers, IPM, biopesticides and wine grape, almond and stone fruit production. Registration material will be available in mid June for the seminar. More information is available at www.organicfertilizerassociation.org or by contacting Steve Beckley at (916) 539-4107 or agrecruiter@gmail.com.
July 24-26, 2009
PMA Foodservice Conference & Exposition, Monterey, CA
The Foodservice Conference & Expo (FSC), introduced by PMA in 1982, is a three-day learning and networking experience designed to bring foodservice professionals across the supply chain together to learn about produce industry issues and topics, see the latest products and services, and strengthen relationships. PMA’s Foodservice Conference & Expo remains the only event focused on produce in foodservice, combining the newest trends, top innovative products, most critical issues, with the hottest culinary talents. CCOF Executive Director Peggy Miars will give a presentation on organic agriculture and foods. View details.
July 28, 2009
Organic Network Final Workshop: Disease and Pest Management in Organic Strawberries and Vegetables, Watsonville, CA
Come join researchers from UC Santa Cruz Center for Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems (CASFS) at the UCCE auditorium in Watsonville as they share and discuss their 5 year long study on pest control and fertility management for organic strawberries. This groundbreaking research will address soil fertility and pest management strategies and alternative solutions to harmful chemicals and petroleum-based fertilizers. Read more about the study.
Sessions include: Disease Management in Organic Strawberries and Vegetables, Crop Rotation and Anaerobic Soil Disinfestation for Organic Strawberries and Vegetables, Economics of Organic Strawberries/Vegetables Rotation, Potential of Mustard Cover Crops, Effect of Hedgerows on Biological Control in Organic Production and Alfalfa Trap Crops and the Biological Control for Lygus Bugs in Organic Strawberries
For more information on how to attend view the event flyer, view the event flyer in Spanish, or contact Joji Muramoto, Ph.D. at joji@ucsc.edu.
August 2009
August 4 , 2009
CCOF, Inc. Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact xela@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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
August 5, 2009
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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
August 14, 2009
CCOF, Inc. Board Meeting
Conference call, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. (PDT). Contact xela@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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
August 23–27, 2009
Farming Systems Design 2009: An International Symposium on Methodologies for Integrated Analysis of Farm Production Systems, Monterey, CA
Interested scientists and professionals throughout the world are invited to participate in this joint international effort to design and evaluate farming systems that can be implemented to increase food security, decrease environmental impacts, respond to climatic change and provide management alternatives for enhancing natural resources. This meeting will assemble the leading scientists throughout the world to discuss these topics, share their ideas and results, and prepare papers that will be published as special collections in the world’s leading scientific journals. View the event description.
August 25-28, 2009
IFOAM Conference on Organic Animals and Plant Breeding, Santa Fe, NM
IFOAM and Seeds of Change jointly host the Breeding Diversity conference to bring together experiences and views from a wide range of perspectives on organic breeding.
IFOAM calls for contributions to this event and invites farmers and scientists, traders and certifiers, gardeners and animal breeders, professionals and dedicated hobby breeders to submit their papers with the submission form by February 1st 2009. For more information on criteria regarding content and format of your abstract, email Zoe Heuschkel at conference@ifoam.org. For more information on the event, sponsorship opportunities and the plant demonstration plot project, visit the IFOAM events homepage.
August 26–30, 2009
International Plant Nutrition Colloquium 2009: Plant Nutrition for Sustainable Development and Global Health, Sacramento, CA
The 16th International Plant Nutrition Colloquium will highlight advances in fundamental and applied plant nutrition, and emphasize the role of plant nutrition in food systems and environmental sustainability. The colloquium will attract the world’s leading researchers in plant nutrition, leaders in extension and policy design from government and private organizations and representatives of leading commercial enterprises. Visit the event page.
September 2009
September 1 , 2009
CCOF, Inc. Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact xela@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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
September 7, 2009
CCOF Office Closed - Labor Day
September 12 , 2009
For the Health of Our World: The Organic Center's 5th Annual Bay Area Celebration, Berkeley, CA.
Enjoy networking with industry leaders and friends, learning more about the latest science on the organic benefit and how to support the ongoing research and educational outreach of The Organic Center. Highlights of the event include: Silent Auction to benefit The Organic Center, Delicious organic fare by Chef Jesse Cool, Live Jazz with Domingo and Friends, and Inspiring presentations by The Organic Center and Special Guests. For up to date information visit The Organic Center.
September 16 , 2009
CCOF, Inc. Finance Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact xela@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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
September 23-26, 2009
Natural Products Expo East, Boston, MA
http://www.expoeast.com
26,000 attendees plus 2,100 exhibits = Growth for your business. At a time when few businesses are growing, the natural, organic and healthy products market continues to increase. Whether you are displaying your product to buyers or finding the best new product to put in front of your customers at home, Natural Products Expo East makes every season a growing season for your business.
October 2009
October 2–5, 2009
Produce Marketing Association (PMA): Fresh Summit International Convention & Exposition, Anaheim, CA
CCOF will be exhibiting at the Produce Marketing Association’s 2009 Fresh Summit International Convention & Exposition. Come visit us at booth #1851! Visit the show website.
October 6 , 2009
CCOF, Inc. Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact xela@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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
October 7, 2009
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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
October 12, 2009
CCOF Office Closed - Columbus/ Indigenous People's Day
October 14-15, 2009
SARC’s 5th Annual Fundraiser Dinner : Michael Pollan, San Luis Obispo, CA
Each year, the Sustainable Agriculture Resource Consortium (SARC) hosts an exciting fundraiser dinner featuring bountiful harvests from the Central Coast, culinary delicacies prepared by local chefs, and celebrated guest speakers in the field of sustainable agriculture. This year, Michael Pollan, best-selling author of In Defense of Food, Omnivore's Dilemma and Botany of Desire will be the special guest at the annual fundraiser dinner. Pollan will also give a special guest lecture at the Cal Poly Performing Arts Center on October 15th at 11 AM. For more information visit: www.sarc.calpoly.edu/events/fundraisers.html.
October 21 , 2009
CCOF, Inc. Finance Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact xela@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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
October 23, 2009
CCOF's 4th Annual Organic Beer & Wine Tasting, San Francisco, CA
Join CCOF for our popular Organic Beer & Wine Tasting event in conjunction with the Ferry Building's Annual Harvest Festival. Sample premium brews, wines and spirits and learn about the benefits of organics. Visit the Tasting Event Website for information and updates.
November 2009
November 3, 2009
CCOF, Inc. Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact xela@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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
November 21, 2009
CCOF, Inc. Board Meeting
CCOF Office, Santa Cruz , all day. Contact xela@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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
December 2009
December 1 , 2009
CCOF, Inc. Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact xela@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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
December 2, 2009
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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
December 4-5, 2009
Pest Management Conference, San Luis Obispo, CA
Enhance your skills, earn continuing education credits and enjoy beautiful San Luis Obispo! The 7th Annual Sustainable Pest Management Conference will feature innovative pest management practices for sustainable agriculture.
Registration includes conference materials, PCA unit processing and meals.
For more information www.ccof.org/pcaconference.php.
December 16 , 2009
CCOF, Inc. Finance Committee Meeting
Conference call. Contact xela@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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
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January 2010
February 2010
February 5, 2010
CCOF, Inc. Board Meeting
Chico, CA, Time TBD. Contact xela@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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
February 6-7, 2010
CCOF, Inc. Annual Meeting and Educational Conference
Dairy Pavillion, CSU Chico, Chico, CA. Contact xela@ccof.org for details.
Members, supporters, and the public are invited to attend our Annual Meeting to hear about CCOF’s accomplishments and plans for the future as well as provide feedback to guide the future of CCOF. The Educational Conference – Healthy Soil, Healthy Food – will feature keynote speaker Tim LaSalle, Executive Director of The Rodale Institute as well as other speakers who will provide tips and information you can quickly put to use.
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