Organic Farming and Food Systems Practicum 1: Spring Preparation

Date:

Tuesday, May 19, 2020 to Tuesday, June 16, 2020

Time: 

4:00pm – 5:30pm

Location:

Online  

Cost:

$395 plus a one-time $65 registration fee

NUTR 0105: Organic Farming and Food Systems Practicum 1: Spring Preparation

Workshop participants will learn basic horticulture principles and practices associated with organic vegetable production emphasizing soil health and regenerative agriculture systems.  This workshop focuses on soil management, cultivation and tillage practices (including no-till), plant propagation, and crop planning. The value of soil organic matter and microbes will be discussed within the contexts of industrial and regenerative agriculture, exposing participants to broader issues in the food system.

Scholarships: We are able to offer scholarships to individuals that meet certain criteria. Please follow up with contact below for more information.

Questions? E-mail Kevin Cody at kevin.cody@tufts.edu or call (978) 529-2362.