MSU Organic Farmer Training Program
to be offered in new format!

 

We are excited to announce that the Organic Farmer Training Program (OFTP) is being offered in a new format starting in 2017. The new OFTP is a more robust learning platform for those who are committed to owning their own farm business, managing farm operations, or working with others on their path to food production and sustainable agriculture. These changes were made to increase accessibility, focus on the highest impact program components, and decrease costs for participants while providing a greater focus on technical knowledge and skills.

 

Content will be delivered through a mix of:

 
 

New Program Details:

          Duration: 33 weeks of instruction, March 17th-November 17th
          Class Time: Fridays 9:00-5:00
          Program Fee: $3,600
          Location: MSU Student Organic Farm (East Lansing, Michigan)
          Scholarships Available!

 

Updated application materials can be found at http://www.msuorganicfarm.org/organic-farmer-training-program.html.  Limited space available. Participants are accepted on a rolling basis; early application is encouraged.

 

To schedule a site visit or a time to discuss the program over the phone, contact us at 517-230-7987 or [log in to unmask].



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