2025 Film Screening Series

We’re excited to kick off our second annual OEFFA Policy Film Screening Series on Saturday, January 18, 2025. Presented in partnership with agriculture and food organizations, generous sponsors, and independent theatres, this curated selection of films will raise awareness, inspire dialogue, and empower positive change.

Join us as we explore the many facets of our food and farming systems and hear the stories of those most intimately connected to food system issues and policy solutions. After some of the films, there will opportunities to keep the ideas and conversations flowing about how we can work together for policy change. Stay tuned for more details about post-film meetups.

Registration is required, but the screenings are free and open to the public. We’re able to keep events like these accessible for more folks thanks to the generous support from OEFFA members. Consider starting or renewing your membership today.

Closed captioning will be offered. Please contact us for additional accommodations and support.

The Films

Saturday, January 18 | 1 p.m.

Little Art Theatre: Yellow Springs, Ohio

Feeding Tomorrow is a 2024 documentary showcasing a group of visionary leaders in agriculture, healthcare, and education working toward more regenerative, resilient, and just local food systems. The film will get us to think differently about what we eat, and feel inspired to take action.

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Friday, February 14 | 7:30 p.m.

OEFFA Conference*: Newark, Ohio

Organic Rising is a solutions-focused film that explores the two predominant agricultural practices in the US: conventional and organic. It works to demystify the USDA organic regulatory process and help consumers navigate America’s foodscape, while making better choices for human and planetary health.

*Conference registration not required

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Sunday, March 23 | 2 p.m.

The Nightlight: Akron, Ohio

In 1910, Black farmers owned 14% of American farmland. Now, that number is below 2%. Featuring Soul Fire Farm co-founder Leah Penniman, Farming While Black examines the historical plight of America’s Black farmers and the generation reclaiming land and reconnecting with with their agricultural roots.

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The Partners

It is an honor to partner with the following organizations and sponsors for the 2025 OEFFA Policy Film Screening Series. Thank you for all you do, and for helping us showcase these amazing films!

Hall Hunger Initiative

National Young Farmers Coalition

Shagbark Seed & Mill