International Society of Organic Agriculture Research

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International Society of Organic Agriculture Research (ISOFAR) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization founded by scientists in 2003. We foster global cooperation in research, education, and knowledge exchange to advance understanding and innovation in organic systems. Through international collaboration, ISOFAR connects researchers, practitioners, and institutions dedicated to building a more sustainable and resilient food future. We support our members with a rich network of services, publications, and events that encourage the sharing of ideas and the growth of organic agriculture worldwide.

Our mission is to promote and support research in all areas of organic agriculture, in alignment with the global principles set out by the IFOAM Basic Standards for Organic Production and Processing.

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Organic Agriculture Journal

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Researching scientific bases of biodynamic agriculture – An online seminar with Dr. Alessandro Piccolo

We invite you to participate in an online research seminar by Dr. Alessandro Piccolo on September 10, 2026. Dr. Piccolo is a professor of Agricultural Chemistry at the University of Naples Federico II in Italy. In 2020, he founded the Italian Society for Biodynamic Sciences (SISB), comprising professors and researchers...

Highlights of 9th Africa Agriculture Science Week (AASW9) at Abuja, Nigeria July 27 – 30, 2026

The AASW9 was held at the Abuja Continental Hotel, Nigeria. The theme was “Innovations and Partnerships for Resilient and Sustainable Agrifood Systems in Africa”. It recorded 924 participants, with academia accounting for 70% and policy actors 12%....

International Conference on Organic Animal Husbandry: a role model for the future of livestock, 2026 (A joint conference by IAHA & FiBL)

IFOAM Animal Husbandry Alliance (IAHA) in collaboration with the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL) orgnaized International Conference, ”Organic animal husbandry: a role model for the future of livestock” at Frick, Switzlerland during April, 28-30, 2026. It was attended by about 200 participants from across the World including two ISOFAR...