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:

• Lectures
• Readings
• Written assignments
• Hands-on demonstrations
• Hands-on activities
  
• Farm walks
• Visits to other Michigan farms
• Individual advising meetings
  

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.