1450 8th St., E., Box 700
Owen Sound ON N4K 5R4
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Duration:
More than 2 months
3 hrs/week x 14 weeks
3 hrs/week x 14 weeks
Cost:
$328.11
Apr 4-Jul 4 Wed 7-10pmCall to register at 1-519-376-0840 x 2600
Apr 4-Jul 4 Wed 7-10pmCall to register at 1-519-376-0840 x 2600
Target Audience:
Students with some agriculture experience.
Recognition Provided:
Other
Potential credit towards the future development of an Alternative Agriculture Certificate.
Potential credit towards the future development of an Alternative Agriculture Certificate.
Method of Instruction:
Classroom
On-site/On-farm
Classroom 3 hrs/evening plus 2 Saturday field trips.
On-site/On-farm
Classroom 3 hrs/evening plus 2 Saturday field trips.
Availability of Program:
Weekends
Evening
Evening
Agriculture Business:
Other & Non-Traditional
Crops
Crops
Subject of Training:
Crop Production
This course begins with a brief survey of advances in crop production since the mid-20th century and the implications for farmers, the soil and agro ecosystem, and consumers.It explores a spectrum of alternative cropping enterprises, including many all ready found in Grey Bruce. Topics covered include various crops and agronomic practices, marketing, processing, and product quality. Upon completion, students should be able to assess the suitability of alternative crop enterprises for their farms.
This course begins with a brief survey of advances in crop production since the mid-20th century and the implications for farmers, the soil and agro ecosystem, and consumers.It explores a spectrum of alternative cropping enterprises, including many all ready found in Grey Bruce. Topics covered include various crops and agronomic practices, marketing, processing, and product quality. Upon completion, students should be able to assess the suitability of alternative crop enterprises for their farms.
Language of Instruction:
English
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Last Updated: 2013-05-09
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