CCOF Foundation Fall Teatime: Transitioning to Organic with Nitricity

Join us for a virtual conversation on the future of organic farming—practical strategies, soil science, and funding insights for farmers and funders alike.

Transitioning to Organic: Challenges & Opportunities

Making the leap to certified organic takes commitment and support. Farmers navigate a three-year transition period, learn new approaches to farming, and may experience changes in yields before seeing the full benefits. At the same time, demand for clean, natural food continues to grow, creating opportunities for farmers ready to make the transition to organic.

Join us for this Teatime to explore the realities of organic transition, the resources available to support farmers, and the soil health practices that make it all possible.

Why join us?

• Hear from Tiziano Celli, CCA, Nitricity agronomist and crop nutrition specialist, about innovative plant-based fertilizers that improve soil health and reduce environmental impact.
• Learn how CCOF Foundation programs and USDA initiatives help farmers manage costs, risks, and access the knowledge they need during transition.
• Take part in a collaborative discussion about how supporters, policymakers, and communities can provide ongoing resources for generations to come.

Grab your favorite cup of tea, log into Zoom, and bring your questions. Together, we're supporting farmers who choose to grow organic.

Details:
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. Pacific Time

Zoom Meeting link here:
https://ccof.zoom.us/j/89453789959?pwd=k2zKhXjcVIQHgK7zUB6J9Y1aeaM8mr.1
Meeting ID: 894 5378 9959
Passcode: 521557

About Our Speakers

Tiziano Celli, CCA

Agronomist & Crop Nutrition Specialist, Nitricity

Tiziano brings expertise in nitrogen fertilizer innovation, biostimulant research, and plant molecular farming. His work spans the U.S. and Europe, from field trials to controlled environment agriculture. At Nitricity, he leads agronomic trials and partnerships that deliver low-carbon, plant-based fertilizer solutions to improve soil health and nutrient efficiency.

Jessy Beckett Parr

Chief Program Officer, CCOF

Jessy Beckett Parr is a longtime advocate for organic farmers, currently serving as Chief Program Officer at California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF). She leads a team that delivers education, policy support, and direct assistance to help farmers thrive in organic agriculture. Jessy has helped secure over $25 million in grants to support small and underserved producers. She’s a regular speaker at farmer-focused events, and she’s known for making complex topics—like regenerative agriculture and labor risk—accessible and actionable.

Jessy’s background includes producing the soil-focused documentary Symphony of the Soil and a Master’s in Community Development from UC Davis and a Certificate in Ecological Horticulture from UC Santa Cruz.

She serves on advisory committees for the UC Organic Agriculture Institute and Cal Poly’s Grimm Organic Center, ensuring farmer voices guide organic research and policy. Fluent in Spanish, Jessy is committed to reaching diverse farming communities. Her mission is simple: to make organic farming more accessible, profitable, and sustainable for all.

About Nitricity

Nitricity was founded with a simple goal: create fertilizers that are better for farmers, fields, and the planet. Their plant-based products support healthy soils while reducing agriculture’s carbon footprint.

About the CCOF Foundation

The CCOF Foundation supports the people who care for the land by providing education, financial support, and growth opportunities in organic agriculture. Since 1973, we’ve united a community dedicated to clean, healthy food. Our programs have:

• Awarded nearly $7M in grants to future and transitioning organic farmers.
• Provided education and training to 7,000+ producers.
• Helped transition 100,000+ acres of farmland to organic.
• Been selected by USDA and CDFA to lead major organic transition initiatives across the West.

More Information

Kindly send questions to CCOF Foundation Donor Relations Manager Shawna Rodgers at srodgers@ccof.org.

This event is made possible through the generous support of our Champion-level donor Nitricity and our many Foundation sponsors.