Organic Inspector Training

Interested in being an organic inspector but need a flexible, affordable way to start?
Here is your chance! Earn qualifications in organic inspection through a flexible, self-paced online training course! Apply by April 3.
This program prepares the next generation of organic inspectors and is designed for farmers, agricultural professionals, and service providers who want to deepen their knowledge of organic agriculture and support producers through the organic certification process. Applicants with agricultural or organic farming experience are especially encouraged to apply.

Program Value: $3,500

Your Cost: FREE (supported by funding from the Midwest Transition to Organic Partnership Program – TOPP, a USDA-AMS program)

Two Scopes: Crop & Livestock

Apply by April 3rd!
The 10-week training runs
April 20 - June 26, 2026.

Scan the QR code or visit the online application to learn more and apply.    Application Form Priority will be given to applicants who: Are Minnesota residents Have organic farming or relevant agricultural experience (2,000 hrs) Are interested in pursuing organic inspection as a professional service  Program format: 10-week self paced online course 2 full days of guided on-farm inspections in or around Minnesota This program is shared through the Organic Agriculture newsletter at the University of Minnesota, in partnership with the Midwest Transition to Organic Partnership (TOPP) program. This training is supported by TOPP, funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.