Sustainable Agriculture Co-op

Program Overview:
The Sustainable Agriculture program is designed for new farmers seeking an intensive, applied learning experience in sustainable, ecological or natural farming methods.

Throughout the Sustainable Agriculture program you will:

Learn from experienced farmers and practitioners in class, on farm field days, and during panel discussions. Develop your own business case and farm plan. Focus on the principles and practices of sustainable agriculture and small farm operations and viability. Enjoy a highly interactive learning environment.

Farming practices in the program are based on the principles of environmental stewardship, farmer profitability, social responsibility and community health.

Admission Requirements:

• GPA: 2.6 or above

• IELTS: Overall 6.5 with no band below than 6.0

• PTE: No band below than 60

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Learning Outcomes:

• Develop a personal philosophy and approach to sustainable farming, using knowledge of historic and contemporary farm practices, food culture and systems.

• Protect and renew soil fertility and health through use of composts, green manures, cover crops, rotation, tillage and soil testing and amendments.

• Develop crop plans and rotations to meet production needs (small-scale through field-scale).

• Manage a small-scale market garden and / or greenhouse operation from seed starts through harvest.

• Integrate natural biological cycles and controls in managing plant pathogens, weeds, insect pests and parasites.

Career Outlook:
Graduates have started their own small-scale farm operations, are working for not for profit farm organizations, and managing farmers' markets. Other opportunities include: promoting agri-tourism and local food, coordinating community gardens, and managing farm-to-school programs.

Program Intake: September

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