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For a Listing of CCOF signature programs and events visit this webpage
January 2010
January 5 , 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
January 7, 2010
Meeting The Challenges of Organic Growing in an Urban Environment
Thursday, January 7, 2010, Filoli, 86 Canada Rd. Woodside, CA. Starts at 8:00 a.m. and subjects include: Fertilizers, IPM, Micronutrients, Mycorrhizal Inoculants, Compost Teas, and Biopesticides. Plus a tour of the gardens at Filoli. For more information go to www.organicfertilizerassociation.org or call Steve Beckley at 916-539-4107.
January 13 , 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
January 15, 2010
Olive Oil Marketing & Language Symposium, UC Davis, Davis, CA
The UC Davis Olive Center hosts its first Olive Oil Marketing & Language Symposium. This conference is appropriate for wholesale buyers, olive oil producers, retailers, importers/exporters, and food writers. "Spreading the Word" will instruct attendees how to communicate to buyers and consumers about olive oil quality and characteristics. "The Bottom Line" focuses on scale, efficiencies, and marketing strategies, while "Boutique to Big Box" will help attendees identify and sell to target audiences. Tickets are $225 until December 1st, when the price increases to $275. For more information, contact Nicole Sturzenberger at (530) 754-9301 or by email.
January 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
January 28-29, 2010
The Conference on Water Recycling and Treatment, Vista, CA
The conference will focus on water quality and treatment options for greenhouses and nurseries, with an emphasis on solutions for disease, algae, salt and other nutritional problems. Regional and national university and industry experts will help you decide on the best water treatment technologies for your location in terms of both technical (efficacy, safety, target levels) and financial (installation and operation costs) aspects. Target audience: Greenhouse and nursery growers. Registration is $250 per person before January 14, 2010. After that date, late registration is $295 per person. Register early as space is limited. Registration fees provide all conference activities including Thursday conferences, Friday tours, continental breakfasts and lunches on both days, and a dinner on Thursday evening. Also provided are the publications “Water Treatment for Pathogens and Algae” edited by Paul Fisher and “Greenhouse and Nursery Management Practices to Protect Water Quality” edited by Julie Newman. Register online at http://groups.ucanr.org/UCNFA/Water_Recycling_and_Treatment/
February 2010
February 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
February 2, 2010
Grafting Tomatoes for Organic Open Field and High Tunnel Production Webinar, 2pm Eastern Time.
In this webinar, David Francis of Ohio State University will share research findings and experience from an integrated organic program (IOP) project that has been addressing the use of grafting for organic systems. David Francis is a plant breeder at The Ohio State University in the Department of Horticulture and Crop Sciences. He develops new tomato varieties and parents for the processing industry in the Great Lakes Region. In his spare time he works for his wife as a laborer on a small organic vegetable farm, Muddyfork Farm, LLC. More information and registration.
February 5, 2010
CCOF, Inc. Board Meeting, Chico, CA
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 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 patrice@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.
February 12-14
Strengthening the Roots: Food and Justice Convergence, UC Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA
The convergence is organized by the California Student Sustainability Coalition/West Coast Real Food Challenge and regional partners. This regional gathering of students and allies will strengthen the roots of our movement for just and sustainable food by bringing 200 students and allies together for workshops, panel discussions, and leadership trainings. The convergence will empower high school and college students to actively engage in their local communities and institutions by providing them with leadership skills, successful models and case studies, and a broader network of activists and allies. This will be the largest regional meeting in California exclusively dedicated to students and young leaders working on sustainable food, fair trade, and food justice! More information and registration.
February 16, 2010
3rd Annual IFOAM Trade Symposium: 'Organic Today: Finding the Competitive Advantage'
BioFach 2010 Conference. Shanghai Room, Congress Centre. Nurenberg Messe, Germany.
Market research experts and retailers will discuss world trends in organic demand and shifting consumer preferences and the implications thereof. More information on speakers and registration on http://www.ifoam.org/events/fairs/BioFach/Trade_Symposium_2010.html.
February 28, 2010
A Call for Papers for the 4th Annual Meeting of the American Association of Wine Economists
All economics and statistics papers related to wine and food are welcome. Submit a 1,000-word abstract by February 28, 2010 to jwe@whitman.edu. Details about the meeting can be found at www.wine-economics.org.
March 2010
March 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
March 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
March 17 - 18, 2010
Western Regional Grazing Conference, California State University, Chico University Farm
Ramp up your grazing program and get connected through lectures, workshops, and networking. The conference includes a USDA pasture rule webinar with Miles McEvoy, Deputy Administrator of the National Organic Program. Find directions & program information.
March 23, 2010
CCOF, LLC Management Committee Meeting
Conference Call. 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.
April 2010
April 11, 2010
ECOS Sacramento Earth Day 2010 Festival, Southside Park, Sacramento, CA
The 4th Annual ECOS Sacramento Earth Day Festival will be filled with diverse business, non-profit, cultural and government vendors with practical information, goods and services for saving money, living healthier, and protecting the environment. There will also be great entertainment, activities and cuisine! Sustainability is meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Don't miss the chance to make YOUR sustainable connections at the ECOS Sacramento Earth Day Festival. More information.
April 14, 2010
Defining Organic Session at the Food Safety Summit, Washington DC
Learn about the ways different foods can be certified. In this session, the positive and negative aspects of organic products will be discussed. Assess what you should look for in organic ingredients and products. Discuss organic certifying agents and consumer labeling issues. Speakers: Will Daniels, Earthbound Farm; Jake Lewin, CCOF. Other invited speakers include Steve DeMuri, CCOF certified Campbell's Soup and Miles McEvoy, Deputy Administrator, National Organic Program. Note: Speakers received a waived Registration Fee to the conference. For more information about the Food Safety Summit, visit www.foodsafetysummit.com.
April 21, 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
April 22, 2010
International Earth Day Rally for the Future, State Capitol, Sacramento, CA
ECOS, along with invited dignitaries, politicos, and YOU will be stepping up to the State Capitol steps on International Earth Day to celebrate California's and the Sacramento region's commitment to tackling climate change and lead the green movement. Another great opportunity for you to raise your organization's profile and connect with key leaders and community advocates.
April 30, 17 2010
CCOF, LLC Management Committee
In-person. 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.
May 2010
May 4, 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
May 12, 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
June 2010
June 25-28, 2010
4th Annual Conference of the American Association of Wine Economists (AAWE), Davis, CA
The American Association of Wine Economists (AAWE) will hold its 4th Annual Conference
from June 25-28, 2010, at UC Davis in California. The conference will be hosted by UC Davis and the Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science. For details, visit
www.wine-economics.org
June 29, 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.
July 2010
July 6, 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
July 14, , 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
July 21, 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
August 2010
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 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.
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 stongly 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
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 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
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 stongly 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
December 2010
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 stongly 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 stongly encourage engagement from our members. Read policy.
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