Course: Alternative Agriculture – Crop Production
Posted: March 16, 2011
Categories: News from Sustain Ontario
Location: Owen Sound
Website: www.georgianc.on.ca/part-time
Alternative Agriculture – Crop Production BUSN 0152
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.
Fee: $328.11
Hours: 42 Sessions: 14
Date Day Time: Apr 4-Jul 4 Wed 7-10pm
Register by calling: Continuing Education Registration at (519) 376-0840 ext.2600
www.georgianc.on.ca/part-time