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Whole Farm Planning Course
June 11, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
$275June 11th – August 27th
Tuesday Evenings, 6-8:30pm
WSU Thurston County Extension Office
This 12-week class will provide practical information about whole farm planning, ecologically-based, diversified production systems, and alternative marketing techniques. Gain knowledge of the practical aspects of sustainable small acreage production systems for a wide variety of enterprises. The course involves guest lectures from local farmers, field trips, and classroom instruction. Students will develop a whole-farm plan during the class.
Topics Covered Include:
- Sustainability Concepts
- Whole Farm Planning
- Resource Evaluation
- Direct Marketing
- Enterprise Assessment
- Sustainable Crop Production
- Ecological Soils Management
- Integrated Pest & Weed Management
- Livestock & Poultry management
- Planning for value-added food processing & food safety
- Enterprise Budgeting
Registration Information
Registration required. Class held at Thurston Co. Extension Office: 3054 Carpenter Rd SE, Lacey, WA. To register call: 360-709-2020, or https://www.campusce.net/spscc/Course/Course.aspx
Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs. Please contact us two weeks prior to the class. *A “plus 1” cost is available for family members or bus. partners.