可持续农业研究生证书（合作）

可持续农业计划旨在为寻求在可持续，生态或自然耕作方法方面获得广泛而实用的学习经验的新农民。在整个可持续农业计划中，您将：在课堂上，田间活动日和小组讨论中，向经验丰富的农民和从业人员学习。制定自己的业务案例和农场计划。专注于可持续农业，小农场经营和生存力的原则和实践。享受高度互动的学习环境。该计划中的农业实践基于环境管理，农民盈利能力，社会责任和社区健康的原则。
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.<br><br>Farming practices in the program are based on the principles of environmental stewardship, farmer profitability, social responsibility and community health. The 16-week, on-farm, co-op experience over the summer creates opportunities for specialization. Previous co-ops have included national and international farm locations as well as work with urban food advocacy groups and farmers.<br><br>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.