Certified Organic Farming
Transition to Organic Farming with Confidence
The Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) is a collaborative effort created by USDA. It involves dozens of partner organizations to support transitioning and certified organic farmers.
Utah State University is participating in this program as part of the west/southwest region. This region is overseen by the nonprofit organization, California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF).
The Transition to Organic Partnership (TOP) team at USU will help farmers get connected with certified organic mentors, overcome financial and technical issues with transitioning, and learn about maintaining an organic farm.
What We Offer
What is Organic
For farms that make more than $5,000, becoming certified organic can have many benefits.
Transition and Certify
Transitioning to certified organic is not as cumbersome as you might think.
Find or Become a Mentor
A famer mentor can receive funding to help beginner farmers transition.
Transition Program
Get more information about the Transition to Organic Partnership Program.