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🌼Our Employee CSA season has officially begun, and it's more than just fresh produce.

As part of their hands-on curriculum, RIFT students aren’t just planting and harvesting—they're learning how to run a CSA from the ground up. From crop planning and yield tracking to packaging and distribution, every step is an opportunity to build the skills they’ll need to launch similar programs on their own future farms.

Our team is investing in the next generation of regenerative organic farmers, and enjoying some seriously delicious produce along the way. 🌿🍽️

What Farmers Are Switching to (and Why): Regenerative Organic (ROC) How is regenerative organic agriculture better than conventional fa...

Join Jeff Tkach, CEO of Rodale Institute, for a book presentation, discussion and signing at Patagonia in Pittsburgh, PA.

Books will be available for purchase while supplies last. Patagonia Provisions snacks and beverages will be served. Proceeds from the sale of books during the event will support the research, farmer training, and education programs at Rodale Institute.

Registration is not required – but having a guest count will assist in ensuring we have books for everyone in attendance.

To register, please visit:
https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/the-farm-is-here-book-event-patagonia-pittsburgh/

A great day spent learning from the bees. 🐝

Participants in our Beekeeping 101 workshop explored the basics of beekeeping, learned about colony behavior and hive management, and gained hands-on experience with live bees.

Whether you're interested in pollinators, producing your own honey, or simply connecting more deeply with the natural world, there's always something new to learn.

Rodale Institute offers workshops throughout the year on topics including beekeeping, gardening, organic farming, and soil health.

Check out our upcoming events : https://rodaleinstitute.org/education/workshops/

Two opportunities this week to connect with the growing organic grain movement in California.

📍 Ventura, CA
�🎟️ Free to attend

🌾 June 24 | Organic Transition & Heritage Grains Field Day�Join Rodale Institute and local partners in Ventura County for an evening exploring organic transition, heritage grain markets, farmer support programs, and the future of regional grain economies. The event includes field demonstrations, a panel discussion, dinner featuring local organic ingredients, and a screening of Good Grain.
Register: https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/regenerate-ventura-heritage-grain-field-day/

🌾 June 25 | California Millers Meet-Up�Millers, bakers, and grain leaders are invited to gather for conversations on scaling milling operations, practical technology, sourcing, sales opportunities, and emerging grain varieties shaping the future of the industry.
Whether you're a farmer, miller, baker, or grain enthusiast, these events offer a chance to learn, network, and help build a stronger regional food system.

Register: https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/milling-around-california-millers-meet-up/

Milling Around: California Millers Meet-up - Rodale Institute Photo credit: Good Grain The California Millers Meet-Up brings together regional grain millers (and interested bakers and grain leaders) for a focused

The Soil Beneath Our Feet: Regenerative Organic Farming with Rodale CEO Jeff Tkach Have you ever wondered about the Universe beneath your feet? Roda...

Join us this Saturday for Composting 101: Compost Like a Pro and learn how to transform everyday food scraps and yard waste into a nutrient-rich amendment for your garden.

In this hands-on, in-person workshop, we’ll break down the fundamentals of composting, including what materials to use, how to maintain a healthy compost system, and simple techniques to ensure success at home.

Whether you’re looking to reduce waste, improve your soil, or take a more sustainable approach to gardening, this workshop will give you the tools and confidence to get started.

For registration and more information, please visit: �https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/composting-101-compost-like-a-pro/

Biodiversity does not return overnight.

But research continues to show that farming practices matter.
Over the last 30 years of published studies, organic farming increased species richness by an average of about 30%.

That can mean more pollinators, more beneficial insects, and more life returning to agricultural landscapes.

Healthy ecosystems depend on biodiversity above and below the soil.

🌱 What signs of biodiversity have you noticed this season?