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Organic Farming Community

Europe's organic farming community is open

The Organic Farming Community (OFC) is a pan-European, multi-actor network for co-creation and practical knowledge exchange.

18

Partners

9

Countries

100+

Pilot farms

5

Regional hubs

EU Funded

What is the Organic Farming Community?

The OFC is a permanent European network where knowledge flows between science, advisors, farmers, and policy. It combines local activity with shared digital tools so practices can be tested and transferred faster.

If you are a farmer who wants to implement organic methods in Lithuania, an advisor supporting the transition in Spain, or a student interested in sustainable agriculture in Poland, the OFC offers you practical resources, real-life experiences, and direct access to other professionals who are already successfully applying organic farming.

Multi-actor by design

Farmers, advisors, researchers, and policymakers co-create practical solutions.

Local roots, EU reach

Regional Knowledge Hubs deliver local support while connecting to a continental network.

Digital + physical

Real field activity is paired with multilingual AI and open resources.

Organic farming community members with fresh produce

Why participate?

The OFC provides practical support for the EU transition toward 25% organic farmland by 2030.

What's in it for you?

Choose your role and see the tools, training, and activities available to you.

Farmers

I want to go organic without losing money

Access proven techniques, real-world data from 26 field trials, and personalized recommendations from our AI-powered Decision Support System.

  • 26 field trials across 5 regions
  • 500+ advisory visits available
  • AI DSS with cost-benefit analysis
  • Cross-visits to peer farms abroad

Advisors

I need better tools to guide organic conversion

Equip yourself with decision support tools, comprehensive technical documentation, and join the Organic Advice Network.

  • Decision Support System access
  • 15 technical documents
  • 40 practice abstracts
  • Organic Advice Network membership

Researchers

I want multi-country studies with real impact

Collaborate on pan-European research across 9 countries and access the Cross-Fertilizer Accelerator for innovation matchmaking.

  • 26 multi-site trial opportunities
  • Cross-Fertilizer Accelerator
  • 50+ research groups connected
  • Publication and dissemination support

Policymakers

I need evidence-based insights for policy

Access policy briefs, AKIS mapping data, and the Farmer Needs Radar to inform organic farming policy decisions.

  • 3 comprehensive policy briefs
  • AKIS mapping across regions
  • Farmer Needs Radar data
  • 3 European Forums attendance

Vocational schools and universities

Strategic alliances and visibility for student projects

Build strategic alliances, gain visibility for student projects, and connect students with mentors and cross-visit opportunities across Europe.

  • Strategic alliances
  • Visibility of student projects
  • Opportunity for cross-visits
  • Mentorship connections
  • Specialized courses, workshops, and seminars

Citizens

I want to support a healthier food system

Learn about organic farming through educational videos, community events, and an open knowledge platform accessible to everyone.

  • 30+ educational videos
  • Community event access
  • Open knowledge platform
  • Farm visit opportunities

Two interaction levels - one community

The OFC combines physical collaboration infrastructure and a shared digital layer.

Physical

OH-FINE Forums

Interactive sessions and events where participants share knowledge and experiences.

Training Courses and Technical Workshops

Workshops, training, and user testing to help understand organic farming conversion.

Cross-Visits

Farm-to-farm learning exchanges across partner countries.

Producer Meetings

Peer learning and exchange visits at Champion Farms in 5 countries.

Field Trials

Real demonstrations in real conditions across diverse climates.

Digital

AI Conversational Platform

Ask in plain language and get source-cited answers in 8 languages.

Decision Support System

Personalized recommendations for soil, climate, economics, and funding.

Farmer Needs Radar

Describe your problem and get matched to practical solutions and experts.

Resources

Resources and tools to support your daily organic farming activities.

OH-FINE Network

Connect with other organic farmers, advisors, researchers, and policymakers across Europe.

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Get key facts about Organic Compass in one quick download.

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Your expertise matters. Your voice shapes the community.

Joining is free, open, and available in 8 languages.

Be part of Europe's largest organic farming knowledge network.

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Ready to join the organic transition?

Join the OH FINE community. Access advisory, training, networks and conversion supports.