FARMER-LED • ROOTED IN ORGANIC

THE MARBLESEED ORGANIC FARMING CONFERENCE BRINGS FARMERS TOGETHER TO LEARN, CONNECT, AND SHAPE THE FUTURE OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE.

For nearly four decades, this annual gathering has been a cornerstone of the Midwest’s organic movement, uniting farmers, educators, and advocates for hands-on learning, shared wisdom, and community rooted in farmer-led, organic principles. The 37th Organic Farming Conference (Feb. 26 - 28, 2026) saw guests from all over the Midwest, as well as from farther afield, meet for hands-on learning, passionate keynotes, informal farmer-to-farmer sharing, and workshops on all production types. Read a short reflection from a new Marbleseed board members. Plans are underway for 2027 – stay tuned!

###Interested in volunteering? Conference Volunteer Opportunities are available! In exchange for 8-10 hours of service between Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, volunteers attend the conference for $75. Lunch will be included with your registration. Applications are due by February 12, 2026. If you have any questions, please contact Sara Mooney at [sara.mooney@marbleseed.org](mailto:sara.mooney@marbleseed.org ""). [Click here to apply!](https://marbleseed.salsalabs.org/2026-marbleseed-volunteer/index.html "") ### Submit your content proposal We are looking for proposals for facilitated discussions, traditional presentations, and interactive sessions. Deadline to submit a proposal or suggestion is Friday, August 29. [Content Proposal Form](https://marbleseed.salsalabs.org/content-proposal-ofc2026/index.html) [Content Suggestion Form](https://marbleseed.salsalabs.org/content-suggestion/index.html)
### Need help with translation? Translation assistance will be announced in the fall of 2025. ### The scholarship application deadline is approaching! Financial assistance is available to help make the Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference accessible to all. Apply for a scholarship and join us for learning, networking, and inspiration! Applications are due December 12, 2025; we will notify you if you’ve been selected by the end of December. This is a great opportunity to attend the conference at less than half the price. [Click here to apply!](https://marbleseed.salsalabs.org/2026-marbleseed-scholarship-app)