Horticulture – Organic Conversion

Event Date : February 2, 2026

Event Time : 4:25 pm - 5:35 pm

Event Location : Online

This webinar is aimed at growers in Wales who are considering organic conversion or who want a clearer understanding of organic certification and on-farm practice.

Join Farming Connect for an informative webinar exploring the journey towards organic farming and certification, hosted by Karen Fisher of the Soil Association.

The session will bring together perspectives from across the certification process, with contributions from a Certification Officer, a Technical Advisor, and a certified organic grower.

The webinar will highlight the values, principles, and wider benefits of organic horticulture, alongside an overview of the key organic management requirements and what conversion involves in practice.

Attendees will be guided through the application and certification process and gain first-hand insights from an organic farmer, who will share their real-life conversion experience, including certification challenges and the importance of effective record keeping.

The session will also explore practical solutions to support the transition to organic systems, covering management practices, system design, and the use of permitted inputs.

To take part in the webinar, you must register your interest by 5pm on the 02/02/2026. horticulture@lantra.co.uk / 01982 552 646.

Someone will contact you with details on how to access the webinar beforehand.

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