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Cultivating our future! 🌱✨ The Board of Directors has selected staff member Lauren Cox as our next Executive Director, effective October 1! Over her eight years as a farmer advocate and Director of Programs, Lauren has been at the heart of our Farmer Prosperity strategy. Interim ED Suzanne Girdner and Lauren will manage a joint transition through the end of 2026. With Lauren leading the way, we’re energized to keep investing in Georgia's sustainable growers! Drop a comment below to congratulate Lauren! 🎉 📸 Photo by Kate Blohm Photography

Hi 👋 I'm Lauren Cox, and I'm honored to step into the role of Executive Director at Georgia Organics. 🌱 My journey in Georgia agriculture began more than a decade ago as a farmer, and since joining Georgia Organics in 2019, I've had the privilege of working alongside incredible farmers, partners, and advocates across our state. From running Le Tre Lune Farm in Douglasville to managing Woodland Gardens in Athens, my perspective has always been shaped by firsthand experience. That connection to farming continues to guide my work today. As we look ahead, I'm excited to continue expanding resources that help farmers build resilience, strengthen their businesses, and grow community. Photo of Le Tre Lune Farm, cofarmers (L-R): Katherine Kennedy, Lauren Cox, and Luca in 2012. #GeorgiaOrganics #GeorgiaFarmers #OrganicFarming #MeetTheTeam

📅 SAVE THE DATE The Georgia Organics Farmer Summit is coming to Athens, GA — January 30 & 31, 2027. A brand-new, farmer-centric gathering built around education sessions, intensive workshops, and farm tours — all centered on the four pillars of farmer prosperity: Economic Viability, Quality of Life, Ecological Resilience, and Community & Connection. 🌱 More details coming soon. #GeorgiaOrganics #FarmerSummit #SaveTheDate #GeorgiaFarmers #FarmerProsperity #AthensGA

🎙️ MEET THE PANEL: Groundswell Atlanta Premiere 🎙️ After the film, we're sitting down for a powerful conversation with the people driving the regenerative ag movement forward: 🎬 Rebecca Tickell — Director 💚 Laura Turner Seydel — Executive Producer 🌱 Vasser Seydel — Co-Producer 🐄 Will & Jenni Harris — White Oak Pastures 🌾 Jamila Norman — Founder, Patchwork City Farms 🏙️ J. Olu Baiyewu — Urban Agriculture Director, City of Atlanta These are the farmers, advocates, and storytellers turning hope into action — from Georgia farms to a global movement across 5 continents. You won't want to miss what they have to say. 📍 Tara Theatre | 📅 Wednesday, August 26 🚪 Doors 6:30pm | 🎥 Film 7:00pm | 🎙️ Panel 8:30-9:15pm 🎟️ Tickets just $10 — LINK IN BIO See you there! 🌍 #Groundswell #RegenerativeAg #GeorgiaOrganics #AtlantaEvents #SoilHealth🔗🔗

Today is officially Day 1 as Executive Director of Georgia Organics! As I step into this role, I’m energized by what’s ahead for our organization and the extraordinary farmers we serve across Georgia. Looking forward, my vision centers on expanding what farmers need most to thrive: ✨ Access to risk management resources & financial capital ✨ Direct cost-share opportunities ✨ Dedicated farmer wellness support ✨ Spaces where farmers can connect, share wisdom, and learn from one another What keeps me grounded and inspired every single day is the people. The creativity, perseverance, and care that Georgia farmers bring to their land and communities is unmatched. It is a true honor to continue walking alongside this community in this new chapter. Thank you for being part of this journey with us. Let’s get to work! 💚 –Lauren

We had the chance to partner on the Atlanta screening of Groundswell last month, and we’re excited to see this powerful film make its way to Athens! 🌱🎬 Join us October 15 for a special screening of Groundswell, followed by a conversation about the people, ideas and possibilities shaping a more resilient future for agriculture. We’re especially excited to help bring this conversation to our Athens community alongside an incredible group of panelists: 🌱 Laura Turner Seydel, Turner Foundation 🌱 Mark Hunter, Dean, UGA Odum School of Ecology 🌱 Will Harris, CAES ’76 🌱 Jodi Benoit, White Oak Pastures 🌱 Jamila Norman, Patchwork Farms; Engineering ’06 📍 UGA Special Collections Library 300 South Hull Street, Athens 🗓 October 15, 2026 🕠 Doors open at 5:30 p.m. 🎥 Film begins at 6 p.m. 💬 Panel at 7:30 p.m. 🥂 Reception to follow 🎟 Adults: $10 | Students: FREE Come see the film, stay for the conversation and connect with others who care about the future of farming and our food system. Register through the link in our bio!

"The best ideas for supporting farmers come from farmers themselves." That philosophy is at the heart of everything we do at Georgia Organics. It’s why we invest deeply in farmer-to-farmer peer learning, direct financial resources, advocacy, and statewide community building. As I step into the role of Executive Director, I’m deeply honored to help lead this next chapter alongside our incredible farming community. Real, lasting impact happens when programs are built with farmers, not just for them. I’m excited for everything we’re going to build together. 🌾💚 Link in bio to read our latest Impact Report and see where we’re headed! #GeorgiaOrganics #SustainableAgriculture #FarmerLeaders #GAAgriculture #LocalFood #NonprofitLeadership

🌱 Groundswell is coming to Atlanta! 🌱 We're proud to co-sponsor the Atlanta Premiere of Groundswell — winner of the Golden Globe Prize for Documentary at the 79th Cannes Film Festival — on Wednesday, August 26 at Tara Theatre! This powerful film takes you on a regeneration tour across 5 continents, sharing hopeful stories of farmers, ranchers, and advocates tackling the climate crisis, food insecurity, water scarcity, and biodiversity loss through regenerative agriculture. Stick around after the film for a can't-miss panel discussion featuring: 🎬 Director Rebecca Tickell 🌾 Will & Jenni Harris, White Oak Pastures 🌿 Jamila Norman, Patchwork City Farms 🏙️ J. Olu Baiyewu, City of Atlanta Urban Ag Director 💚 Laura Turner Seydel & Vasser Seydel 📍 Tara Theatre | 🚪 Doors 6:30pm | 🎥 Film 7:00pm | 🎙️ Panel 8:30-9:15pm 🎟️ Tickets just $10 — [LINK IN BIO] Can't make it? Groundswell is also streaming now on Amazon Prime, alongside its predecessors Kiss the Ground and Common Ground. But nothing beats seeing it on the big screen with our community — grab your tickets today! #Groundswell #RegenerativeAg #GeorgiaOrganics #AtlantaEvents

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