Education and Events
As a dynamic trade association CCOF sponsors a variety of educational events, workshops,
field days, and conferences. Please check this page often for new offerings including the
CCOF organic marketing webinars and field days. Also check the
calendar page for more
information regarding the many organic events we help publicize and trade shows in which we
participate on behalf of our members.
Upcoming Events:
CCOF Marketing 101 Webinar: March 15, 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Register NOW!
Are you new to organic production and want to get started with a CSA or farmers' market? Are you currently working in direct marketing and interested in branching out to retail or wholesale? Would you like to explore marketing your operation through Facebook or managing sales through an online store? Learn the basics of how to bring your product to market from leading organic market experts, including the benefits, pros, cons, and pitfalls of working with different market channels. This webinar will include a self-assessment tool to help you determine the right market channels for your operation. Register now to reserve your spot!
Registration price is $15. Satisfaction guaranteed! For more information, contact CCOF.
Presenter: Dina Izzo has over 30 years experience in the produce industry working as Produce Manager and Buyer of New Leaf Markets and General Manager of ALBA Organics, a wholesale distribution company focused on family scaled organic farms. Dina is the founder of Bludog Organic Produce Services, a consulting firm serving small scale and beginning farmers to create and execute plans and strategies for profitable business.
Organic Sales Basics Webinar: April 11, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
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Are you looking for a new buyer for your organic product and need to brush up on your sales pitch? This session will include tips and tricks on how to determine a fair price for an organic product, create an availability list, and create an invoice. The webinar will also provide a chance to practice your sales pitch live online with our expert presenter.
Registration price is $15. Satisfaction guaranteed! For more information, contact CCOF.
Presenter: Dina Izzo has over 30 years experience in the produce industry working as Produce Manager and Buyer of New Leaf Markets and General Manager of ALBA Organics, a wholesale distribution company focused on family scaled organic farms. Dina is the founder of Bludog Organic Produce Services, a consulting firm serving small scale and beginning farmers to create and execute plans and strategies for profitable business.
2011 Member Education Survey
Thank you to the 206 CCOF members who participated in the member education survey, April 21 - May 5, 2011. CCOF staff used this excellent feedback to incorporate into the design of our new education program. See the full survey results.
Visit CCOF's Calendar for a complete list of organic events.
Can't find what you're looking for?
Visit these other calendars to find more organic events and field days:
CCOF's Intern Program
Make an organic difference
and gain valuable experience in the organic industry. Perfect for the career-minded or those with resources to help grow organic leadership.
Past Events:
- CCOF Organic Labeling Webinar
October 26 and November 1, 2011. Download Organic Labeling Fact Sheet.
- CCOF Marketing 201 Webinar
July 26 and 28, 2011.
- CCOF Marketing 101 Webinar
May 18 and 24, 2011.
- CCOF Annual Convention: Education Conference and Annual Meeting
February 18-20, 2011. PowerPoints posted.
- 9th Annual Sustainable Agriculture Pest Management Conference
December 3-4, 2010
- CCOF's 5th Annual San Francisco Organic Beer and Wine Tasting
October 29, 2010
- CCOF's 2nd Annual Pruneyard Organic Beer and Wine Tasting
June 11, 2010
- CCOF's Annual Meeting
February 6, 2010
- CCOF's Educational Conference
February 6-7, 2010, CSU Chico
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