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Feb. 21-23–La Crosse, WI
where
farmers grow
Grow your farming skills!
All kinds of farmers and ag professionals come to the annual
MOSES Conference for inspiration, insights, and connections.
It’s the one event where the whole country’s organic and
sustainable farming community joins together for
3 knowledge-packed, high-energy days.
SCHEDULE THURSDAY
8 a.m. Organic University Check-In opens
Make plans now to be part of MOSES 2019—our 30th gathering!
8 – 10 a.m. Organic University breakfast
10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Organic University
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Organic University lunch P Get practical ideas to improve your farm;
5 – 8:30 p.m. Conference Check-In open P Discover new resources and tools;
5 – 7 p.m. Supper available for purchase P Connect with your community!
5 – 8 p.m. Exhibit Hall & Bookstore open
7 – 8 p.m. Conference Kick-Off
Browse this guide to see everything this conference offers.
8 – 10:30 p.m. Film: “Evolution of Organic” + Panel
9 – 10:30 p.m. Concert: The Pheromones Register early to save money and secure your spot in your full-day class.
Then, pack your plaid and join us in La Crosse!
SCHEDULE FRIDAY & SATURDAY
7:30 a.m. Conference Check-In opens
8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Exhibit Hall & Bookstore open (Fri.)
8 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. Exhibit Hall & Bookstore open (Sat.)
Save $95 off the door price when you register by Jan. 8 !
7 :30 – 9:30 a.m. Breakfast
8:30 –10 a.m. Workshop Session I PRICING: EARLY BIRD1 REGULAR2 ON-SITE3
10:30 a.m. – Noon Workshop Session II Full Conference $205 $225 $300
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lunch One-Day $120 $130 $160
1:15 – 3 p.m. General Session 1- Ends Jan. 8, 2019. 2 -Ends Feb. 7, 2019. 3-Check website for availability.
3:30 – 5 p.m. Workshop Session III
5 – 7 p.m. Friday supper (purchase)
6:30 – 11 p.m. Social & Dance (Friday) For the best price, register today. Use the form at the back of this guide or
the secure online form at mosesorganic.org/conference.
Questions? Call us at 888-90-MOSES.
Download the MOSES Conference App
to schedule your conference activities!
Available in January.
mosesorganic.org/conference/app
MOSES is a nonprofit that provides education, resources, and practical advice to help farmers grow.
WHAT’S
HAPPENING CONFERENCE BOOKSTORE
The MOSES Conference store carries a great
GENERAL SESSIONS
Arrive at the General Sessions by 1:15 p.m.
selection of books to help you grow, for a special anniversary treat: live music by
Workshops and full-day classes aren’t your including many recommended by our Synister Dane (aka Mark Shepard, Allen
workshop presenters. You’ll also find MOSES Moody, and friends). Their witty, farming-
only opportunities to grow at MOSES 2019. gear, including T-shirts plus washed and themed songs will put you in the perfect
Plan to partake in these conference “sides.” ready-to-fill lidded mugs. Stock up—your keynote frame of mind.
purchase supports organic education!
“The Founders: Upholding the Legacy”–Friday
2-FLOOR EXHIBIT HALL Audrey Arner, Atina Diffley, Faye Jones, Jim
Find the seeds, tools, supplies, and services Riddle, George Siemon, and Francis Thicke
you need. The 2-floor hall features more were among the founders of the MOSES
CONFERENCE OPENERS than 170 vendors. Organic Farming Conference. They’ll reflect
Check-In | Exhibit Hall | Bookstore on our origin story and how far the organic
Everything opens at 5 p.m. Thursday. Arrive ROUNDTABLES movement has come, to inform and inspire
early for first crack at all the goodies! Meet Roundtables are moving to the Radisson for the next generation of organic stewards.
up with friends for organic supper in the a quieter space for these important conver-
Dining Hall—just $17 for a great all-you- sations on farming. See the list of topics on “The Future: Organic in Good Hands”–Saturday
can-eat spread. Then head over to the our website, in the app, and on site. Why have just one keynote when you can
Gathering Hall to get a good seat for the have a “flight” of short speeches? These
Conference Kick-Off. Cash bar opens at 6:30. FILM SCREENINGS inspiring young farmers will leave you
We offer a steady stream of films about encouraged about farming’s future.
30th Kick-Off—7 P.M. farming so you can take a break or make the
This tone-setting opening session includes screening room your conference destina- Alicia Razvi is a self-proclaimed micro farmer
the award presentation for the 2019 MOSES tion. This year’s lineup includes “Dreaming in her fourth season of CSA, Halal poultry,
Organic Farmers of the Year. Be part of of a Vetter World,” a documentary about the and value-added goods. She’s passionate
honoring some of the best among us! Vetter family of Grain Place Foods, the 2011 about growing food and lobbying for the
MOSES Organic Farmers of the Year. future of agriculture.
Dance to The Pheromones—9 P.M.
Organic farming icons Martin Diffley, Glen FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE Danny Borgerding is a 5th-generation
Borgerding, and their farming friends form We’re bringing back the popular caller-led farmer with an organic dairy farm. Despite
The Pheromones. This band—a frequent square dance with the Frog Slough String all the dairy industry is going through, he is
MOSES Conference favoritein years gone Band—when have you ever had this much optimistic and believes family farms have a
by—is the ideal introduction to our 30th fun at a conference? Pack your plaid and your firm place in supporting rural communities.
celebration! dancing shoes!
Dayna Burtness Nguyen raises pastured
“Evolution of Organic” Film & Panel—8 P.M. PEACE COFFEE CAFE pigs and recently launched an incubator
Looking for something a little quieter? Sit in Refill and recharge at this corner lounge at program for beginning farmers. With her
on the screening of this documentary of the end of the Concourse Exhibit Hall and heart in regenerative farming, she has been
the organic movement followed by a discover the cool vibe of Peace Coffee, one of at the frontlines battling corporate-
discussion led by filmmaker Mark Kitchell. our favorite conference sponsors. controlled agriculture and factory farms.
Grow & Market Organic Mushrooms Mahalko is an Organic Valley dairy grazier
Tradd Cotter from Gilman, Wis. He is president of
Add an income stream to your farm or Grassworks, and teaches grazing manage-
Check-In opens at 8 a.m. homestead with fast-growing, high-value ment for River Country RC&D and the Dairy
Classes run from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. mushrooms. Grazing Apprenticeship Program.
Microbiologist-mycologist Tradd Cotter, These experts will explain how to
Breakfast available 8 - 10 a.m.
author of Organic Mushroom Farming and improve soil to promote lush forage and
Early Bird Price (by Jan. 8): $160 Mycoremediation—which you’ll get with robust animals. They’ll also dig into the
this course—has been growing mush- nutritional requirements of an entire herd,
Regular Price (by Feb. 7): $180
rooms and experimenting with production showing you how to grow and feed to
On Site (if class has room): $220
methods for over 20 years. keep your herd healthy both in the field
Fee includes course, book, breakfast, lunch, & snacks.
Tradd will teach you several indoor and on top-quality forage stored for the
cultivation methods that meet organic non-grazing season.
standards, highlighting low- to high-tech
Advanced Organic Weed Management options so you can choose a production
Matt Liebman, Sam Hitchcock-Tilton, Joe Fitzgerald, scale that’s right for you. He’ll cover organic Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training
Matt Fitzgerald, & Keith Wilson strategies to prevent infestations of insects, Teresa Wiermerslage, Kirsten Slaughter,
Weed control is a continual challenge in molds, and other contaminants that could & Annake Ramsey
organic grain production. But, this isn’t your reduce yields and impact food safety. He’ll Meet the FSMA Produce Safety Rule
grandparent’s method of farming! Organic share successful business models and help requirement for food safety training with
grain producers employ a variety of you plan your mushroom operation for this official PSA Grower Training course,
strategies to manage weeds, from cutting- growth and profit. He’ll also give you ideas which includes the PSA manual and
edge technological innovations and for value-added products and tips for certificate. You’ll learn everything you need
adapted machinery to ecological tech- marketing the fresh and dried mushrooms to know to ensure your farm complies with
niques and systems-based approaches. you’ll grow. the Produce Safety Rule and follows safe
A group of experienced professionals will food handling practices.
help you identify the best strategies for Teresa Wiermerslage specializes in local
your operation. Maximize Nutrition from Grazing & Forages food systems for Iowa State University
Matt Liebman of Iowa State University Brad Heins, Kevin Mahalko, & Silvia Abel-Caines, DVM Extension and Outreach. Kirsten Slaughter
will explain weed population dynamics, With today’s disheartening dairy market, teaches food safety for Wisconsin Farmers
weed biology, and research-based control good management is crucial to survival. Union. Annake Ramsey is Organic Valley’s
strategies. Sam Hitchcock Tilton from This powerhouse team will share strategies produce program manager.
KULT-Kress Cultivation Solutions will you can use to maximize profitability from This experienced team understands
highlight new and emerging machines on your herd. organic small- and medium-sized produce
the market, individual tools, as well as Veterinarian Dr. Silvia Abel-Caines farms, and will share examples of practices
best-use strategies for your current specializes in ruminant nutrition for used on these farms to help you promote a
equipment, and options to tune up your Organic Valley. Brad Heins teaches dairy culture of food safety on your farm. Come
cultivator. In addition, a panel of experi- management at the University of prepared to share your farm’s produce
enced organic grain farmers will share their Minnesota-Morris, where the West Central safety experience and questions.
weed-control strategies and offer practical Research Center manages both certified
advice you can apply to your farm. organic and non-organic dairy herds. Kevin
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ORGANIC UNIVERSITY™
Reduce Risk in Your Farming Business This farmer-researcher pair will combine marketing this organic or conventional crop.
Margaret Krome practical knowledge with research data to Bryan Parr of Legacy Hemp in Wisconsin
Farming is an inherently risky business. encourage you to become a systems- and John Strofus with Minnesota Hemp
Faced with climate change, uncertainty in thinker who uses biological, mechanical, Farms will share the good, the bad, and the
international marketplaces, water contami- and organic chemical tools synergistically ugly from the Upper Midwest’s 2018
nation, inadequate insurance, and other for maximum impact. They’ll demonstrate growing season. Jeff Kostuik and Alden
variables, farmers need to leverage all the soil health assessment tools, and show you Braul from Hemp Genetics International
tools available to be successful. how to create some tools yourself. They’ll will share how industrial hemp is doing in
Learn how managing for strong soils, help you develop new observation skills to Canada, which has had regulated produc-
diversifying marketplace access, finding the guide you as you build your farm’s soil. tion since 1998. In addition, Margaret
right crop insurance, and employing Wiatrowski, Minnesota Department of
forward- thinking production practices can Agriculture, and Melody Walker, Wisconsin
reduce risk and strengthen your farm Specialty Cut Flowers Department of Agriculture, Trade &
business. Jeanie McKewan Consumer Protection, will share state-
Margaret Krome is the policy program Discover how to make your cut-flower specific regulations, procedures, and data.
director at Michael Fields Agricultural farm bloom. This course covers all facets of
Institute, and the interim executive director operating a profitable cut flower farm, from
for the National Sustainable Agriculture planning what to grow and how to grow it Wholesale Vegetable Production for Small- to
Coalition. She is well-versed in federal to delivering the right product to your Mid-Scale Farms
programs that support organic and buyers to build lasting relationships. Ariel Pressman & David Giedd
sustainable farming, along with crop Jeanie McKewan of Brightflower Farm on Dwindling CSA numbers? Low turnout at
insurance programs for diversified farms. the Wisconsin-Illinois border has been the farmers market? Growing for wholesale
She’ll lay out a buffet of options so you can growing and selling flowers since 2006, accounts might be a better option.
select the tools that will offer the best serving floral designers and wholesale Instructor Ariel Pressman’s Seed to Seed
support for your farm. accounts. She’ll talk about growing and Farm is a 13-acre certified organic veg-
harvesting techniques, storage require- etable farm, which sells almost 100% to
ments, and records to keep, as well as ways wholesale customers. He’ll examine the
Soil: The Final Frontier to create winning relationships with your specific systems and investments needed
Dr. Kris Nichols & Loran Steinlage customers through product choices and for different wholesale models, and help
This course boldly covers the principles management techniques that result in a you determine which crops and markets
and tools for soil health to support your profitable flower business. are most appropriate for your specific farm
ongoing mission to improve the soil on scale, skill set, and set up. One of his
your organic farm. customers, Lakewinds Natural Foods’
Soil microbiologist Kris Nichols founded What it Takes to Grow Industrial Hemp category manager David Giedd, will share
KRIS (Knowledge for Regeneration and Bryan Parr, John Strohfus, Jeff Kostuik, Alden Braul, tips on working with retailers.
Innovation in Soils) Systems Education & Melody Walker, & Margaret Wiatrowski At the end of the day, you’ll have a
Consultation. She was chief scientist at Nicknamed “The Forgotten Crop,” customized wholesale plan detailing the
Rodale Institute. Iowa farmer Loran industrial hemp is making a comeback after crops you’ll grow, how you’ll set prices, and
Steinlage has a 1,500-acre operation where a 60-year hiatus. This course explores what how you’ll market your crops—a business
he’s exploring no-till organic companion/ growers have learned about planting, plan that will balance profits with your
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WORKSHOPS
You spoke, we listened and made changes. TRACKS CERTIFIED CROP ADVISORS
No more confusing split workshop sessions. We’ve identified workshops of special The Certified Crop Advisor Program
Our new workshop schedule gives you interest to the groups highlighted below. approves the majority of our workshops for
plenty of time to get around—and grab a Find details about these workshop tracks in CEUs. More than 100 credits are offered. Use
snack between sessions. the conference program and app. these credits to meet your goals!
NEW ORGANIC STEWARDS ORGANIC RESEARCH FORUM
If you’re in your first 10 years of farming, Tap into the latest research on organic
you’ll find your peers in this track. Connect production with our track of research-
at our New Farmer Mixer and play farm focused workshops. View current projects in
CATEGORIES trivia for prizes. the Research Poster Gallery, our juried poster
We’ve added new workshop categories to session. Student-researchers are on hand
help you hone in on the content you need: Stop at booth C-1 to get a sticker for your over the noon hour Friday and Saturday to
Business, Marketing, & Management name badge to let others know you’re part explain their work and learn from your
Certification & Labeling of the New Organic Stewards crowd. Pick experience in the field.
Farming Systems up free resources and enter our drawing!
Field Crops
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Leadership & Community Connect with other women farmers at the ACCOMMODATION
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Market Farming of support and collaboration. Check out the plan to bring your registered service animal
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BUSINESS,
to cross when you’re trying to plan your insurance can provide a safety net for your
farm’s succession. We’ll discuss ways to farm business. We’ll explain the options for
MARKETING, &
communicate and resolve conflict, plus share coverage and the farm documentation you’ll
strategies that have worked to create legal need, offer advice on working with a crop
security that suits everyone involved. insurance agent and processing a claim, and
MANAGEMENT Healthy Farm Business Partnerships
Friday III
give you a crop insurance guidebook.
Finances in a Tough Farm Economy
Bridget Holcomb, WFAN Saturday II
Linda Halley, Gwenyn Hill Farm LLC Paul Dietmann, Compeer
Employment Law for Farmers Angie Sullivan, Wisconsin DATCP Managing farm finances can be a challenge
Friday I Rachel Armstrong, Farm Commons even in the best of times. When the farm
Rachel Armstrong, Farm Commons Margaret Smith, Ash Grove Farm economy takes a tumble, a farm’s survival
Ariel Pressman, Seed to Seed Farm A healthy farm partnership should include may depend on careful analysis of records
Learn how to get work done while comply- an exit strategy in case the partnership or and skillful financial decision-making. Learn
ing with farm labor laws. Get practical tips marriage ends. This is especially true for how to create and analyze fundamental
and clear explanations of the law, including women, who may have to leave the farm, financial statements, focusing on key
wage and hour rules, independent contrac- the work and the finances that go with it. Get numbers to monitor. Plus, get tips to help
tor/intern classifications, workers compen- advice to help you develop a strong you persevere until better days return.
sation, discrimination, “migrant” and H2A partnership plan that protects you,
programs, plus other issues. your family, and your farm. Marketing & Branding 101
Saturday III
Passing the Torch: Family Farm Transfer Protect Your Farm Business Diahann Lohr, Adunate Word and Design
Friday II Saturday I To sell a product, you must market it. Learn
Ted Matthews, Rural Minnesota Mental Health Michael Stein, OFRF how to build your farm brand so it’s easier to
Stephanie Zetah, New Story Farm Harriet Behar, Sweet Springs Farm market your products. Then explore ways to
Madeline Schultz, Mil-R-Mor Farm Flood, hail, drought, early frost, crashing leverage that brand through cost-effective
Melissa O’Rourke, Iowa State University Extension market prices—these can be disastrous to a and accessible social media marketing.
The generational divide can be a challenge farm. Discover how a small investment in
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Friday III explore what we all can do to protect
& LABELING
Melody Meyer, OTA organic farms from drift.
The global organic marketplace is constantly
shifting, making your farm products more or Write Your Best Organic System Plan
less desirable. Gain an understanding of the Saturday III
global marketplace and learn how to Linda Halley, Gwenyn Hill Farm
Navigate Organic Certification interpret its forecast so you can make better Your farm’s Organic System Plan is the
Friday I decisions about what to grow and market. cornerstone of your application for certifica-
Mariann Holm, Independent Organic Inspector tion. Whether you have been certified for
Kristen Adams, MOSA Organic Check-Off years or are just beginning the process,
The rapidly growing organic market offers Saturday I glean tips to help you create a clear,
a great opportunity for farmers, food Jim Riddle, Blue Fruit Farm complete, and concise plan to submit to
processors, and handlers; but, navigating Melody Meyer, OTA your certifying agency.
the USDA National Organic Program Since the USDA halted a mandatory organic
certification process can seem daunting. check-off to fund research and promotion of
We’ll steer you through the whole process, organic, members of the organic sector are
explain the records you’ll need to keep, and looking at a voluntary check-off program
FARMING
give you insights on working with a called GRO Organic. Learn about this option
certification agency. and hear different perspectives on the need
SYSTEMS
for organic research, promotion, and
Behind the Labels consumer education. Weigh in with your
Friday II own “big idea” to advance organic.
Rhys Williams, The Good Acre
Melissa Hughes, Organic Valley How to Deal with Drift
USDA Organic, Non-GMO Verified, Animal Saturday II Silvopasture in Practice
Welfare Approved, Regenerative, Certified Dela Ends, Scotch Hill Farm Friday I
Naturally Grown. We’ll uncover what these Charlie Johnson, Johnson Farms Steve Gabriel, Wellspring Forest Farm & School
labels mean and help you decide which For an organic farmer, pesticide drift can be This holistic approach to livestock farming,
works best for your farm products. devastating. We’ll share how we dealt with where trees, shrubs, grasses, and forbs are
Consumers also will find insights in this drift incidents and what we learned in the combined to benefit animals and the
workshop. process—especially the need for quick planet, is rated among the best for carbon
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the extreme conditions of a changing
climate. Learn the basics to get started
on your farm or homestead.
concepts in The Bio-Integrated Farm,
we’ll explore creative ideas and designs
to improve efficiency on your small-
FIELD CROPS
to mid-scale farm. Get ideas for no-till
Add Native Plants to Your Farm systems, automated CSA delivery, green-
Friday II house heating, produce washing, and Hybrid Rye
Kaitlyn O’Connor, Prairie Moon Nursery pastured poultry. Friday I
From soil health to pollinator habitat, native Claus Nyman, KWS Cereals USA
plants are an important part of any holistic Beyond Till vs. No-Till Tom Frantzen, Frantzen Farm
farm system. Learn about the ecological Saturday II Hybrid rye is a cost-effective crop with
benefits native plants provide, and explore Amber Sciligo, The Organic Center high-yield potential and improved nutrient
seed mix design, site preparation, seeding, Intensive agriculture practices have efficiency that also provides good weed
maintenance, and more so you can success- depleted our soils and accelerated climate and disease suppression. Learn how to
fully establish plantings on your farm. change; but, the good news is practices manage hybrid rye in different crop
employed by organic farmers can rebuild rotations and incorporate it in livestock
Reduced Tillage & Cultivation for Soil Health soil. Learn about cutting-edge research feeding as whole plant silage or grain.
Friday III on organic’s soil-building potential and
Erin Silva, University of Wisconsin-Madison strategies you can use on your farm to Knock Down Barriers to Organic Transition
Improving soil health is a foundational goal help mitigate climate change. Friday II
of organic systems. However, the tillage and Danielle Kusner, The Andersons
cultivation in organic management can NRCS Practices to Regenerate Your Farm Matt Moser, The Andersons
have a negative impact. Learn how you can Saturday III The transition to organic means an invest-
integrate reduced tillage and cultivation Brian Pillsbury, NRCS ment and risks for conventional row crop
techniques across your rotation through Justin Morris, NRCS farmers. If you’re interested in organic, but
equipment selection, use of cover crops, A solid foundation of regenerative practices have been concerned about unknown
crop rotations, interseeding, roller-crimping, on the land is key to building healthy soil in financials, nutrient sources, and weed
and direct seeding. an organic system. Learn about soil control, this is the workshop for you. We’ll
health-promoting practices that can help discuss the agronomics and financial
Time- & Money-Saving Designs & Techniques you improve the soil’s ability to internally implications of transition, suggest rotations,
Saturday I provide the nutrients your crop needs and share what has and hasn’t worked for
Shawn Jadrnicek, Wild Hope Farm without a lot of purchased inputs. others in your shoes.
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New Technologies for Farm & Field small grain production marketed to brewers, food systems and land management
Management distillers, or millers. practices in the Great Lakes Region. Learn
Friday III how the impacts of settlers led to the
Whilden Hughes, Hughes Farms Organic Grain Marketing breakdown of these systems and habitats,
Isaac Greeson, New Buckeye Farm Saturday III and how current cultural revitalization
Farmers who are natural innovators and Carmen Fernholz, OFARM efforts in native communities are helping to
open to unconventional approaches to Jessie Bovay, Mercaris restore these systems.
farm management will enjoy this discussion CJ Eisler, Grain Millers
of the benefits and potential hazards of This experienced panel of grain marketing Regenerative Poultry System
new and adapted technologies. We’ll share specialists will cover the different marketing Friday II
approaches to technology that fit various streams available to organic producers, and Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin, Regenerative
budgets, and surprise you with at least a offer insights on finding reliable buyers, Agriculture Alliance
couple of concepts you might not have trustworthy representation in the market- In this innovative Poultry-Centered
considered. place, and tools for robust price discovery. Regenerative Agriculture System, egg layers
They’ll also look at market trends, offering and meat birds graze paddocks seeded
Farming in a Changing Climate informed perspectives to help you plan. with grains beneath a cover canopy of
Saturday I perennial nut and fruit bushes and eco-
Dennis Todey, South Dakota State University nomically valuable forest species. Explore
Ron Rosmann, Rosmann Family Farms the thinking behind this system and learn
Climate change is causing extreme weather how Tree-Range™ is helping farmers
HEALTH &
events and impacting where and how we aggregate their production. Discover this
can grow various crops. We’ll look at the national opportunity to build
affects on diseases, insects, and soil, and a regenerative poultry industry.
explore what farmers are doing to adapt.
Small Grains for Brewing & Milling
HOMESTEADING Overwinter Bees Successfully
Friday III
Saturday II Kristy Allen, The Beez Kneez
Jochum Wiersma, University of Minnesota Revitalization of Indigenous Food Systems Yuuki Metreaud, Boreal Apiaries
While small grains are often touted for their Friday I Beekeepers have struggled in recent years
benefits in organic rotations, growing Kevin Finney, Nengoskwan Consulting to keep their hives alive through winter. By
wheat, barley, oats, or rye successfully in the Small-scale sustainable farming, agrofor- focusing on factors you can control, you can
Upper Midwest can be a challenge. Explore estry, maple sugaring, and wild rice set up your bees for wintering success. We’ll
the opportunities—and limitations—of production once defined Native American cover organic management techniques to
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integrated pest management, and the them for optimal nutrition, and preserve for farming.
equipment you’ll need. later use. We’ll take a virtual herb walk while
drinking a nourishing herbal infusion. You’ll Successful Local Food Systems
Your Body: Your Farm’s Most Valuable Tool leave with practical information so you can Friday II
Saturday I enjoy the benefits of incorporating herbs Ken Meter, Crossroads Resource Center
Laura Gosewisch, Grounded Vitality into your daily life. Megan Phillips Goldenberg, New Groth
Just like the tools you rely on to perform Associates
your chores, your body needs attention to Local food systems should build health,
function well. Learn the basics of healthy wealth, connection, and capacity in rural
body movement, how to prevent injury or and urban communities. However, “local”
LEADERSHIP
compensate for a current injury. Harness the food efforts often don’t achieve these ends.
same creativity and persistence you use to We’ve traveled the country and will share
keep the farm going to keep yourself going economic structures and communities that
for years to come!
Stress Management for Stressful Times
& COMMUNITY are succeeding in these areas, and show
you how their approaches could strengthen
your organic food marketing.
Saturday II
Ted Matthews, Rural Minnesota Mental Health LGBT+ Farming for Land Justice Farm Bill & Future of Organic
Many factors impact your farm’s success Friday I Friday III
and can cause stress in your life. Learn how Hannah Breckbill, Humble Hands Harvest Nichelle Harriott, NSAC
to reduce your stress level by focusing on Jaclyn Wypler, University of Wisconsin-Madison Hear the latest on the Farm Bill as well as
the things you can change, not those The LGBT+ community offers a perspective the policy needs identified at Organic 2051,
outside of your control. Explore how you that can help sustainable farms further the forum on the future of farming held just
deal with stress so you can communicate alternative practices and promote justice. prior to MOSES 2019. Learn about changes
better with your partner and family to help We’ll highlight collaborative economic and implementation of programs related to
each other through stressful times. models and contributions Midwestern conservation, research, organic transition,
queer farmers are making in local food and other areas that impact your farm.
Herbs for Health systems. Together, we’ll imagine coalitions Discuss ideas to advance federal policy that
Saturday III that can achieve greater inclusion, justice, supports a healthy and competitive organic
Linda Conroy, Moonwise Herbs LLC and sustainability in farming. Regardless of and sustainable production system.
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Tried & True Field Day Tips Senate about possible paths and opportu- livestock and cover crops in an organic
Saturday I nities to lead in your community. production system.
Kirsten Jurcek, Glacierland RC&D
Field days provide a great way to share your State of the Dairy Industry
production methods and innovative ideas. Friday III
Learn how to pick effective partners, create Patty Edelburg, National Farmers Union
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and maintain a network following, and Darin Von Ruden, Wisconsin Farmers Union
engage your attendees. Leave confident The dairy industry is broken. Wisconsin lost
you can plan, promote, and host a success- over 600 farms in 2018. Dairy production
ful field day. has changed tremendously in the last 50
years with larger farms, corporate owner-
Farming While Black Holistic Animal Health ship, and reduced demand that’s creating
Saturday II Friday I markets flush with product on both the
Leah Penniman, Soul Fire Farm Richard Holliday, DVM conventional and organic side. We’ll cover
Some cherished facets of sustainable Animals have an innate nutritional wisdom. the issues and share ways we can pull
farming, including farm cooperatives and Learn to “read” what your animals are together to advocate for change.
CSA, have roots in African wisdom. Yet, the telling you they need. We’ll explore the
number of black farmers has dropped to relationship between soil fertility, mineral Grazing Without a Recipe
less than 2% today, while black communi- supplementation, and animal health and Saturday I
ties often lack access to fresh food. Explore provide common sense guidelines you can Kevin Mahalko, Mahalko Dairy
these issues and the movement to build a use to improve the health of your livestock. Flexibility is key to managed grazing. Learn
food system based on justice, dignity, and how to monitor your system so you can
abundance for all. Livestock & Cover Crops for Resilience adapt when conditions aren’t following the
Friday II prescribed recipe. Learn strategies to build
Farmers as Leaders Brad Heins, University of Minnesota’s West organic matter in your soil while realizing
Saturday III Central Research Center the rewards of a daily harvest, an abun-
Kriss Marion, Circle M Market Farm B&B Kathleen Delate, Iowa State University dance of biodiversity, and livestock raised
Whether you start with a visit to the Capitol See the results of an organic research proj- in a healthy environment.
or run for an assembly seat, as a farmer you ect conducted at 3 locations in Minnesota,
bring a lot of experience and knowledge to Iowa, and Pennsylvania where cattle grazed Pastured Hog Management
the table. You can build the future you want rye and wheat cover crops. We’ll talk about Saturday II
to see, one relationship at a time. Learn forage quality, livestock gains, improved soil Shelby Dukes, Rodale Institute
from a farmer who recently ran for State fertility, and the economics of incorporating Take the fear out of going “whole hog” into
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This workshop covers breeds, housing, inputs all can help. Come ready to share your Learn how the organic seed industry works,
watering systems, feeding systems, fencing own best management strategies. and discover practical ways you can partici-
strategies, and pasture management. Plus, pate in variety development to influence
see data collected over the past two years Beneficial Insects for Vegetables which crops and traits get improved. Farmer
about weight gain, pasture composition, Friday II Kat Becker, UW researcher Julie Dawson, and
paddock size, and frequency of rotation Zsofia Szendrei, Michigan State University Pete Zuck of Johnny’s Selected Seeds also
from Rodale Institute’s pastured hog Beneficial insects such as pollinators and natu- will share their insights on variety trials and
operation. ral enemies are crucial in organic production. participatory breeding projects.
They provide free ecosystem services such as
Trees for Livestock Food & Medicine pollination and pest control. Learn about key Perennials for Market Farms
Saturday III beneficials that occur in vegetable fields and Saturday III
Steve Gabriel, Wellspring Forest Farm & School best practices to assure their success. Clare Hintz, Elsewhere Farm
Several tree species including willow, Perennials can add to your farm’s income, if
poplar, and black locust have been exten- Grow Vegetables for Wholesale you understand the plants and follow good
sively researched and found to offer Friday III design to integrate them profitably into your
exciting opportunities in silvopasture Ariel Pressman, Seed to Seed Farm system. Hear how Elsewhere Farm combines
systems. Learn about the medicinal and Growing wholesale vegetables, once the market gardens, tree and shrub fruits, and
feed values these trees can offer ruminant domain of only large-scale farms, has livestock for fertility and pest control. Learn
livestock, and methods for managing them increasingly become a market that small- about perennial establishment, marketing
on your landscape. to mid-scale farms are pursuing. Learn about unusual fruits, and the ecological benefits of
all aspects of growing for wholesale markets, perennial production.
including equipment, labor, and marketing,
to see if this market is right for your farm.
MARKET SOILS
Cover Crops for the Diverse Vegetable Farm
Saturday I
Mike Noltnerwyss, Crossroads Community Farm
FARMING If you’re tilling to control weeds, you should
be cover cropping before and after vegeta-
bles to rebuild your soil. Hear how Crossroads Intro to Soil Fertility
Community Farm reaps the benefits and Friday I
Ecological Management of Tomato Diseases overcomes the challenge of managing cover Jamie Patton, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Friday I crops during a busy vegetable growing Nutrient-rich soil yields nutrient-rich food.
Erin Silva, Tina Wu, Amanda Gevens, season—even finding a window to grow Gain an understanding of the biological,
Julie Dawson, University of Wisconsin-Madison legumes as a nitrogen source. chemical, and physical aspects of the soil
Diseases are a regular problem when ecosystem so you can capitalize on the soils’
growing organic tomatoes, but many Explore the Organic Seed Industry natural ability to provide plant-available
strategies can lessen their occurrence and Saturday II nutrients. Explore the fundamental aspects
impact. Variety selection, crop rotation, Kitt Healy, Organic Seed Alliance
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protected growing environments, row Adrienne Shelton, Vitalis
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of soil science, soil testing, and nutrient between soil biology and plant mineral Tools to Understand Soil Health
cycling, as well as cropping strategies and availability. Tap into ancient wisdom mixed Saturday II
inputs to optimize soil fertility and crop with modern technology to improve your Vicki Morrone, Michigan State University
productivity on your farm. understanding of this underground econo- Sieg Snapp, Michigan State University
my. Learn how to use this understanding to Rebecca Titus, Titus Farms
Organic Inputs Demystified improve your farm’s soil health, crop health, Soil health is a function of soil biology,
Friday II and ultimately, livestock and human health. chemistry, and physical properties. Explore
James Schroepfer, Ag Resource Consulting tools, including a free phone app and
Confused by all the crop inputs available? Mycoremediation low-cost test kits, and what they can tell
Learn how to identify what your soil needs Saturday I you about your soil. Learn how to use soil
and match that with the best input to Tradd Cotter, Mushroom Mountain health information to improve your farm
achieve optimum crop production and Many species of edible fungi produce management.
quality. Get insights to help you understand powerful enzymes that can break down
soil tests and recommendations so you can pesticides, hydrocarbons, and chlorinated Soil Health for High Yields
build a crop fertility program that is both compounds. Native mushrooms can filter or Saturday III
productive and cost-effective. destroy pathogenic bacteria in failing septic Gary Zimmer, Midwestern Bio Ag
systems and manure ponds. Learn how Successful organic farming requires
Soil’s Underground Economy mushrooms perform these miraculous tasks mineral-rich, balanced, healthy soils to grow
Friday III and how to develop a living barrier or high-yielding, healthy crops. Explore
Sandy Syburg, Purple Cow Organics filtration system customized to your farm’s successful soil-building strategies and
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sourcing seed, planting schemes, to
harvesting, storage, and marketing. Industrial Hemp: Wisconsin’s 2018 Season
Saturday II
Elderberry as a Cash Crop Bryan Parr, Legacy Hemp
Ginger & Turmeric in the North Friday III Hear about the successes and challenges
Friday I Terry Durham, River Hills Harvest from the 2018 season of industrial hemp
Melissa Driscoll, Seven Songs Organic Farm Known for centuries as a medicinal plant, production—the first year of the state’s
Learn how to grow these tropical plants in elderberry only recently was domesticated. research pilot program. Get tips and trade
the Upper Midwest with or without a hoop This two-crop perennial (flowers and secrets to help future growers of industrial
house. Take a step-by-step approach to berries) is much sought after in the health hemp. See photos of the season’s progress,
production from seed sourcing and prepara- and specialty food markets. Get tips on from planting through harvest, and learn
tion, through planting, fertilizing, hilling, variety selection, successful establishment, about the pests Wisconsin farmers faced.
harvesting, and cleaning, topped off with management of perennial stands, plus
ideas for marketing these crops. Also, you’ll harvest and storage techniques. Take home History of Maple Sugaring
hear results of a recent on-farm study about your own elderberry cutting. Saturday III
critical ginger growing temperatures. Kevin Finney, Nengoskwan Consulting
Historia de un agricultor orgánico (History of When maple sugar production peaked just
Cut Flowers for the Market Farm an Organic Farmer) before the Civil War, tribes and farmers in
Friday II Saturday I Michigan were producing more than six
Jeanie McKewan, Brightflower Farm Javier Zamora, JSM Organics times today’s annual harvest. Explore the
Wondering how to provide your customers JSM Organics specializes in strawberries. rich history of this specialty crop, and learn
with a beautiful array of cut flowers without Learn how the farm is revitalizing a sense of about research on indigenous production
adding a lot of extra work to your market community while providing a high quality methods.
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Take the free shuttle service to and
CHILD RATE
Children may attend the conference for $40/
from the conference from select La day. There’s no charge for children under
The MOSES Conference takes place at the Crosse hotels. The shuttle makes many age 3.
La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, morning and evening trips. See the
in charming downtown La Crosse, Wis. schedule and list of participating hotels LIMITED ON-SITE ADMISSION
on our website. The MOSES Conference is a popular event!
Before traveling, check that we still have
PARKING LOTS, RAMPS & LOT SHUTTLE room, especially for Organic University
Several nearby parking ramps and lots are classes: mosesorganic.org/conference.
open to conference participants. If you’re
GETTING TO LA CROSSE not staying at or near a hotel on the shuttle REFUNDS
Train: Save 10% on Amtrak. Call us for the routes, you can park in a designated lot on You may receive a refund (less a $50
code or find it on our website. the free Parking Shuttle route. See parking processing fee) if you make your request by
maps on our website. Feb. 11, 2019 (10 days prior to MOSES 2019).
Plane: The La Crosse Regional Airport, No refunds after that date. Email your
6 miles north of downtown, is served by REGISTRATION & PRICING request to: registration@mosesorganic.org
American and Delta airlines. If you land in Register using the form in this guide or the or mail to:
Minneapolis, plan on a 2.5-hour drive secure online form at: MOSES
southeast to La Crosse. mosesorganic.org/conference PO Box 339
Spring Valley, WI 54767
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conference. See the list of area hotels on 1
Ends Jan. 7 2 Runs Jan. 8-Feb. 7. Email registration@mosesorganic.org.
our website: mosesorganic.org/conference. Must be received (or post-marked) by midnight.
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VOLUNTEERING To make the MOSES Conference a family-
friendly event, we offer childcare for ages
3-12 at no additional cost with the $40/day
conference, one-day admission, or Organic
University. We offer scholarships for kids,
too. Apply by Dec. 13:
child registration—but, you must register mosesorganic.org/conference/scholarships
your kids for the conference and indicate
MEALS the days they’ll use childcare. STUDENT RATE
Your registration includes breakfast, lunch, Students in college or technical school may
and snacks. Menus are in the app and Coordinator Bean Voz is a high school attend as a group for 35% off the posted
conference program. teacher who has managed childcare at the rate. See details on the scholarship webpage.
conference for years. Bean and her crew lead
OPTIONAL EVENING MEALS the kids through games, arts and crafts, SUPPORT THE CONFERENCE SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Purchase when you register or at Check-In. movement, reading, and special activities. Your support makes this conference
accessible to all! Please donate when you
THURSDAY ORGANIC SUPPER—$17 TEEN SPACE register for the conference.
Mouth-watering braised brisket, spring Teen Space is a place for youth to relax,
greens, sides, dessert learn, and build their own network. The VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
space is run by the staff of Wisconsin In exchange for 10-12 hours of service, you
FRIDAY ORGANIC SUPPER—$17 Farmers Union’s Kamp Kenwood who bring can attend the full conference for just $50,
Outrageously delicious Sitka salmon, spring their A-game with activities and surprise and that includes your meals. Volunteers
greens, sides, dessert guest speakers. must be at least age 18. See the conference
website for details.
Vegan Options: Check our website for menu!
In all we do, let us be generous, fair & loving to Spaceship Earth and all its inhabitants. For we’re All-One Or nOne! All-One!2018 REGISTRATION FORM
Use this form to register up to 2 adults + 2 children. Mail to MOSES, or register easily using the secure form at mosesorganic.org/conference.
1. Contact Information: Name, Farm/Business, City & State will show on your name badge.
Attendee 1 Name:
Attendee 2 Name:
Farm/Business Name:
Address: Phone:
2. Tell us about you: City: State: Zip+4:
(check any that apply) j Email: We will email your confirmation.
Farmer (please specify):
Dairy
Flowers / Herbs
3. Choose Conference Days: Full Conference is Thursday eve, Feb. 21 through Saturday, Feb. 23.
Livestock / Poultry by Jan. 7 Jan. 8-Feb. 7 Name 1 Name 2
Row Crops / Forage To indicate when each person will Full conference $ 205 $225 g $______ + $______ =
Vegetables / Fruits attend, write the price (based on
date you are registering) Friday only $ 120 $130 g $______ + $______ =
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Certified Organic on the corresponding line. Saturday only $ 120 $130 g $______ + $______ =
Transitioning
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for supporting the 2019 MOSES Conference:
Blazing Star Sponsors
Sunflower Sponsors
Albert Lea Seed Grain Millers, Inc. Purple Cow Organics, LLC
The Andersons MOSA Certified Organic Sunrise Foods International, Inc.
Compeer Financial Peace Coffee Suståne Natural Fertilizer, Inc.
FW Cobs Company, Inc. Pipeline Foods Wisconsin Farmers Union
General Mills, Natural and Organic
Zinnia Sponsors
Clif Bar & Company Mountain Rose Herbs People’s Food Co-op
Geranium Sponsors
Ag Resource, Inc. Henke Buffalo Organic Farmers’ Agency for
Agricultural Flaming Innovations International Certification Services, Inc. Relationship Marketing (OFARM)
AgriEnergy Resources Johnny’s Selected Seeds Ozark Organics Feedmill
Back Forty Creative Man@Machine Scoular Company
Bay Shore Sales MaterMacc S.P.A. | Windridge Implements Sno Pac Foods, Inc.
Blue Farm Chips Mercaris Soil Works, LLC | GSR Calcium
BRANDT Michael Fields Agricultural Institute SQM Organic
Cashton Farm Supply | CFS Specialties Midwest Bio-Systems Stonebridge, Ltd.
Certis USA Midwest Laboratories, Inc. Sunco Marketing
The DeLong Company Midwestern BioAg, Inc. SunOpta
Dramm Corporation Minnesota Crop Improvement Association University of Massachusetts | Stockbridge
Everbest Organics Nature’s International Certification School of Agriculture
Fertrell Company Services Welter Seed and Honey Company
Field Farms Marketing, Ltd. Oregon Tilth, Inc. Wisconsin Department of Agriculture,
Foundation Organic Seed, LLC Organic Consumers Association Trade and Consumer Protection
Daisy Sponsors
Center for Integrated Agricultural Equal Exchange Twin Cities Co-op Partners
Systems (CIAS), UW-Madison equalexchange.coop tccp.coop
www.cias.wisc.edu
Great Harvest Organics Vermont Compost Company
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Mississippi Market Natural Foods Co-op
www.msmarket.coopPO Box 339, Spring Valley, WI 54767
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2-Floor Exhibit Hall
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3,500 Participants
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