Transitioning To Organic

from Grain on the Brain · host Manitoba Organics & Prairie Organic Grain Initiative

Resources linksThere are many online resources to help with getting started in organic certification that are continually updated. Canadian Organic Growers has a detailed overview of the steps to transition. https://cog.ca/transitioning-to-organic/SponsorOur podcast is supported by generous donations, grants and sponsorships. This episode was funded in part by Manitoba Habitat Heritage through the Conservation Trust Program. If you would like to sponsor an episode, contact us at [email protected] bioMelanie Rivard is an independent organic inspector and evaluator with over a decade of experience in organic certification, having worked in the sector since 2010. She lives near Miniota with her husband, Marc, and various two- and four-legged animals.DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Manitoba Organics.

What this episode covers

In this episode, we sit down with Melanie Rivard live at Manitoba Ag Days 2026 to explore the first steps and how to get started with organic certification. Melanie shares insights from her experience working with farmers as an organic inspector, the barriers commonly faced, and the practical considerations involved in gaining and managing organic certification.

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