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August 6, 2026

Farmers Markets Matter: Celebrating National Farmers Market Week


First, a Thank You to USDA

This week, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins signed a proclamation formally recognizing National Farmers Market Week, August 2–8, calling on Americans across the country to visit and support their local farmers markets. We want to start by thanking Secretary Rollins and the...

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August 6, 2026

Farmers Markets Matter: Celebrating National Farmers Market Week

Discover Florida’s farmers markets and the local growers and producers who bring fresh, organic food to their communities. Explore stories, markets, and resources connecting consumers with Florida’s agricultural community.

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Events

August 3, 2026

On the Road to Organic: My Southern Swing Through Florida’s Farms

From tropical fruit and vegetables to innovative growing systems, Florida’s farms are finding their own paths to organic production. This journey highlights the farmers, challenges, and opportunities shaping the state’s growing organic agriculture movement.

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Farmer Stories

July 28, 2026

Growing Organically with Support: A Testimonial from Baby T-Rex Farms

Baby T-Rex Farms is building healthy soil through organic farming and innovative composting practices. This small urban farm in New Orleans is using a Johnson-Su Bioreactor to create nutrient-rich, biologically active compost that supports stronger, healthier plants.

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Farmer Stories

July 17, 2026

GGF Specialty Mushrooms: Building Florida’s Organic Mushroom Industry

GGF Specialty Mushrooms is helping build Florida’s organic mushroom industry with innovative, sustainable growing practices. Founded by Joseph Chammas and Claudio Gómez, the farm produces certified organic gourmet mushrooms for chefs, restaurants, and distributors across South Florida.

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Farmer Stories

June 2, 2026

Trading Places: Tonya Cryer Swapped Hollywood Sets for Organic Growing in Rural Louisiana

Tonya Cryer traded Hollywood sets for her family farm in rural Louisiana. Today, she’s growing food, embracing organic farming, and continuing her family’s agricultural legacy.

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Community Impact

May 15, 2026

Sourcing with Purpose — How FOG and TOPP Events Are Redefining Event Catering

At Florida Organic Growers (FOG), our commitment to sustainability and community connection goes far beyond the fields. Through our work with the Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP), we’ve made it a priority to reflect our values in every aspect of our events—especially in how we source food.

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Whether you're transitioning or starting your organic operation, our team is here to help. Learn the steps, requirements, and support available to guide you through the certification process.

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