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EcoFarm

EcoFarm advances just and ecological farming and food systems. Join us there every January!

Founded in 1983, the Ecological Farming Association (EcoFarm) is a California-based nonprofit organization that convenes over 1600 people a year for the EcoFarm Conference, known as one of the most influential events in the world of sustainable agriculture.

08/19/2026

There’s nothing quite like live music on the farm. 🎻🌾 As we get closer to Hoes Down 2026, we are excited to introduce three more of the talented artists who will be part of this year’s celebration.

From dancing with friends to discovering a new favorite band, music is one of the many things that makes the Hoes Down Harvest Festival so special.

Tickets are on sale at eco-farm.org/hoes-down. Groups of 4 or more can save 15% on tickets when purchased before September 1.

08/18/2026

We are excited to share the workshop offerings for our Sowing Sovereignty: Growing Seeds and Cultivating Resilience event, coming up next month on Tuesday, September 15 at the UCSC Hay Barn.

Along with an opening plenary, farm tour, seed swap, and resource fair, the day will include hands-on workshops from 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. exploring the practical, cultural, and economic dimensions of seed stewardship. Featured speakers include Emigdio Ballon, Kanoa of Feral Heart Farms, Larry Jacobs of Del Cabo, and Héktor Calderón-Victoria, among others.

This full-day event will empower attendees to integrate seed saving into their growing practices and become part of a broader movement to reclaim control over our food and future.

$75 students & farmers | $99 general admission | Lunch included

Register today for a day of learning, sharing knowledge, and connecting around the vital role of seeds in building resilient food systems at: https://ecofarm.regfox.com/seeds

08/17/2026

Your support grows more than a festival. 🌱

Every ticket and donation to the 35th Annual Hoes Down Harvest Festival is reinvested in the community, supporting local agricultural organizations and the people working to build a more resilient food system.

Every dollar helps. Make a gift to help strengthen our farming communities for generations to come.

Donate today at: https://ecofarm.app.neoncrm.com/forms/hoes-down-donations

08/14/2026

Don’t miss out! Join us next month on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at UCSC Farm for a focused conversation on organic seeds — from seed economics and profitability to hands-on care and stewardship practices.

Throughout the day, hear from an inspiring group of farmers, seed stewards, and food system leaders, including Emigdio Ballon, Kanoa of Feral Heart Farms, Larry Jacobs of Del Cabo, alongside additional panelists and community leaders.

Come ready to learn, share knowledge, exchange seeds, and connect with others working toward a more diverse, resilient food system.

Register now to secure your spot at: https://ecofarm.regfox.com/seeds

08/13/2026

Every year, 100% of Hoes Down proceeds go straight back into the farming and sustainability community that makes this festival possible. 🌾

Meet a few of the incredible nonprofits and organizations we partner with and who receive funding from the festival:

🌿 Cache Creek Conservancy — restoring and preserving the Cache Creek watershed. Find them leading guided nature walks through the riparian habitat of Cache Creek.
🧡 CAFF (Community Alliance with Family Farmers) — building sustainable food and farming systems through policy advocacy and hands-on programs. Find them serving ice cream and galettes, and sharing information on how to support family farms.
🎃 Esparto FFA — a student-led ag education and leadership organization. Find them running the pumpkin carving station.
🌱 UC Davis Student Farm — 23 acres where students explore and lead sustainable food systems. Find them serving dinner at the Full Belly kitchen.

Hoes Down isn't just a festival, it's also a fundraiser for the future of sustainable agriculture in Northern California. Every ticket and dollar spent on-site helps fund the work these organizations do all year long.

Tickets are on sale now at eco-farm.org/hoes-down. Groups get 15% in the month of August!

08/11/2026

Sponsor spotlight: Nugget Markets 💚

Every year, Nugget shows up for Hoes Down in a big way by donating funds, and sending their own people to staff our grill booth. We are so lucky that many of our sponsors are also a big part of the Hoes Down community. Thank you Nugget Markets crew, for being out here with us year after year!

You can get the best organic burgers and hot dogs from served by the Nugget Markets crew on October 3. Get your tickets NOW at eco-farm.org/hoes-down.

08/07/2026

Help bring the 35th Annual Hoes Down Harvest Festival to life. 🌻

For 35 years, Hoes Down has been powered by volunteers. Whether they're prepping meals, greeting guests, setting up workshops, or helping everything run smoothly behind the scenes, their support is what makes this festival possible.

We are kicking off our Voices of Hoes Down series by celebrating the volunteers who have kept this festival thriving for 35 years. Laurie Niles has been a part of our festival community for many years as both an attendee and dedicated volunteer. You can find her painting beautiful signs, setting up the festival on Friday or serving breakfast Sunday morning!

Ready to be part of it? Volunteer for a four-hour shift and receive free admission to the festival, a behind-the-scenes experience, and the opportunity to support ecological farming and thriving rural communities.

Whether you are returning for another year or joining us for the first time, we would love to have you on the team.

🌻 Sign up to volunteer through the link in our bio. We can’t wait to see you soon at Full Belly Farm!

08/05/2026

Bring the whole crew to the 35th Annual Hoes Down Harvest Festival! 🌻 Groups of 4 or more can save 15% on tickets when purchased by September 1.

Join us on Saturday, October 3, at Full Belly Farm for a day of live music, delicious organic food, farm tours, workshops, and unforgettable memories in the heart of Capay Valley.

Families can explore an interactive Kids' Area filled with hands-on activities, including grain grinding, giant bubbles, wreath making, clay creations, pot painting, sing-alongs, puppet performances, compost activities, and an epic hay fort and grass maze.

Get your tickets today at: https://ecofarm.regfox.com/hoes-down-2026.

08/01/2026

Ticket are live for the 35th Annual Hoes Down Harvest Festival! 🧑‍🌾

Held this year on Saturday, October 3, 2026, Hoes Down is one of Northern California’s most beloved rural traditions—a joyful celebration of music, sustainable living, hands-on learning, and community connection.

This year, we celebrate 35 years of digging deep — into the soil, into community, into the question of what it really means to know where your food comes from and who grows it.

Group discounts are available for groups of 4 or more. Save 15% through September 1st. Grab your tickets today by visiting our link in bio! 🍓

07/30/2026

Just 2 days until tickets go on sale for the 35th Annual Hoes Down Harvest Festival! 🌻

Join us at Full Belly Farm on Saturday, October 3, 2026 to celebrate 35 Years of Digging Deep, honoring the people, traditions, and community that have shaped the event over the past three and a half decades.

Festival highlights include:
• Educational farm tours & hands-on workshops
• Live music from talented Northern California artists
• A magical kids' area with crafts, games & farm activities
• Delicious organic food from California farms
• Local farm goods & artisan vendors

🌾 Every ticket supports nonprofit efforts to protect farmland, promote ecological farming, and uplift rural communities.

Tickets go on sale this Saturday, August 1, at eco-farm.org. We can't wait to celebrate 35 Years of Digging Deep with you!

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PO Box 2006
Santa Cruz, CA
95063

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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