African Heritage Crop Trials: October Ohio Organic Farmer Researcher Network Meeting

Central State University Extension’s Clare Thorn and Nellie Rowland will join us to discuss their ongoing African heritage crop trials. CSU is testing the viability and sustainability of culturally specific African crops in Ohio climates and soil types. The goal is that these crops will prove sustainable in the Ohio climate, and that farmers consider planting and marketing them to not only African Americans but to anyone desiring diverse, healthy, and nutritious food. Join us to learn more about the first year of the trial and next steps. Read the grant announcement for more details https://www.centralstate.edu/news/central-state-university-extension-receives-grant-test-african-heritage-crops.

Connection Details

Farmers, educators, researchers, and other interested individuals are welcome to join us on the first Thursday of each month to discuss a variety of topics related to organic production research. If you have questions or ideas, please contact one of our group leaders: Johnnie Speicher (OEFFA), Denise Natoli Brooks (Central State University), or Cassy Brown (Ohio State). 

• Join Zoom Meeting 
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  Dial 1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) or 1 651 372 8299 (Minnesota)
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Learn more about this network at offer.osu.edu/oofrn.