HELPFUL LINKS

    The resources below provide additional information about organic production and certification. 
  • Organic Association of Kentucky (OAK) - The Organic Association of Kentucky (OAK) provides one-on-one technical assistance, record-keeping templates and much more.
  • TOPP Resource Library - The USDA Transition to Organic Partnership hosts a variety of resources on certification and compliance, production, and markets.
  • Rodale Institute - The Rodale Institute offers downloadable resources and training available for organic operations.
  • Organic Farming Research Foundation Resource Hub - The Organic Farming Research Foundation maintains a collection of scientific and technical resources to help organic farmers understand and solve their production issues.
  • NRCS Organic Transition Initiative - The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service National Organic Initiative is a voluntary conservation program that provides technical and financial assistance for organic farmers.
  • FSA Organic Cost Share Program - The USDA Farm Service Agency Organic Certification Cost Share Program provides cost share assistance to organic operations for certification or renewal costs. 
  • National Organic Program Handbook - The USDA National Organic Program Handbook provides additional guidance and instructions to assist organic operations and certifiers with complying with the USDA organic regulations.
  • Appropriate Technology Transfer for Rural Areas (ATTRA) - The National Center for Appropriate Technology ATTRA agriculture specialists provide technical assistance and support to organic farmers.