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Duration:
More than 2 months
10 months (February and November) There are two farm School locations: Richmond and Tsawwassen
10 months (February and November) There are two farm School locations: Richmond and Tsawwassen
Agenda:
The Farm School programs will get you started in sustainable, small scale farming. Through a combination of classroom learning and hands-on work on the farm, you will take your first steps into this exciting career, gain essential farming skills, and network with our vibrant local agricultural community. The programs prepare people with any background for a career in farming, and as such have no application requirements or prerequisites.
Cost:
Please check website for current tuition
Tuition includes the cost of in-class course work and practicum.
Tuition includes the cost of in-class course work and practicum.
Target Audience:
The Farm Schools are a professional training program intended for those wishing to develop a business in small-scale sustainable agriculture without a lengthy academic program.
Method of Instruction:
Classroom
On-site/On-farm
The Farm Schools combine over 300 hours of in-class learning with over 300 hours of on-farm practicum.
On-site/On-farm
The Farm Schools combine over 300 hours of in-class learning with over 300 hours of on-farm practicum.
Availability of Program:
Daytime
Weekends
Weekends
Agriculture Business:
General
Subject of Training:
Animal Production
Business Planning, Strategy and Structure
Crop Production
Equipment / Machine Operation and Maintenance
Marketing (includes value added)
The program offers over 300 hours of in-class learning on a diverse array of subjects, including crop and animal production, plant and soil science, pest management, business management.
Business Planning, Strategy and Structure
Crop Production
Equipment / Machine Operation and Maintenance
Marketing (includes value added)
The program offers over 300 hours of in-class learning on a diverse array of subjects, including crop and animal production, plant and soil science, pest management, business management.
Language of Instruction:
English
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Last Updated: 2016-07-21
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