Training Programs... at "a school of a different order"
The schedule has been set through October of 2012 for our agriculture
training programs. We are offering five-day programs but encourage
you to arrive the Sunday afternoon before the session begins and you
are welcome to stay through the Sabbath and depart the following
Sunday morning. We request that families with children register for
the August session only*. See course descriptions at the bottom of
this page for the standard five day program.
Each course will include intensive classroom study and exposure to
activities on our certified, sustainable, organic market farm located in
the cool rolling hills of West Virginia. Registration cost for the course
includes private accommodation and study materials. Vegan meals
will be served and charged per individual. Camping facilities are also
available.
Courses will be taught by Bob Gregory, Certified Crop Consultant,
agronomist, farmer and teacher with over 35 years of experience in
traditional, sustainable and organic farming methods. Our emphasis
will be to equip you with the knowledge and information that will allow
you to grow high quality food with a maximum of efficiency. Our
"principles" based philosophy is applicable anywhere and stresses
the utilization of local and readily obtainable resources. Whether
seeking to just meet the food needs of your family, or to support
yourself with a diversified market farm, these programs will prepare
you for the task.
We have a limit of ten registrations per session to provide the best
possible attention to your needs and ask that you schedule your
reservation 30 days in advance. Act now to reserve your session.
* Email Berea Gardens for details here. Please include your phone number.
The schedule has been set through October of 2012 for our agriculture
training programs. We are offering five-day programs but encourage
you to arrive the Sunday afternoon before the session begins and you
are welcome to stay through the Sabbath and depart the following
Sunday morning. We request that families with children register for
the August session only*. See course descriptions at the bottom of
this page for the standard five day program.
Each course will include intensive classroom study and exposure to
activities on our certified, sustainable, organic market farm located in
the cool rolling hills of West Virginia. Registration cost for the course
includes private accommodation and study materials. Vegan meals
will be served and charged per individual. Camping facilities are also
available.
Courses will be taught by Bob Gregory, Certified Crop Consultant,
agronomist, farmer and teacher with over 35 years of experience in
traditional, sustainable and organic farming methods. Our emphasis
will be to equip you with the knowledge and information that will allow
you to grow high quality food with a maximum of efficiency. Our
"principles" based philosophy is applicable anywhere and stresses
the utilization of local and readily obtainable resources. Whether
seeking to just meet the food needs of your family, or to support
yourself with a diversified market farm, these programs will prepare
you for the task.
We have a limit of ten registrations per session to provide the best
possible attention to your needs and ask that you schedule your
reservation 30 days in advance. Act now to reserve your session.
* Email Berea Gardens for details here. Please include your phone number.
Five day sessions costs: Individual Registration $495 Married Couple Registration $545 Meals $100 per person Course description below |
Soil Management and Fertility: A study of soil structure and composition including physical, biological and chemical properties incorporating soil assay, analysis and recommendations. How to interpret a soil analysis. Study includes nutrient balancing, physical amendments, fertilizer sources and materials. Also includes moisture management, tillage and cultivation practices. How to get the most productivity and nutrition from your soil. Plant Pathology and Pests: Course is an overview of plant and soil diseases, plant pests, and weeds with emphasis on diagnostic and prevention measures; physical, biological, organic and chemical. Overview of pesticide chemistries and modes of action for organic and synthetic materials, introduction to the Integrated Pest Management approach to plant pathogens. Explanation of methods used to meet organic standards. Plant Propagation: Principles and practices of seed germination, production, harvest and storage. Theoretical and practical exercises in asexual plant production through cuttings, budding and grafting. Principles for plant variety selections. Vegetable/Ornamental Production: Overview of outdoor and greenhouse production systems used to maximize crop productivity. Methods and technologies to make your gardening efficient. We explore cost and labor analysis to help you plan and grow the most for your effort. |
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Training families for noble independence in service to Jesus Christ
Berea Gardens Agriculture Training Center
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