Degree Goals:
Upon graduating, the student will know how to effectively farm using various biodynamic, permaculture oriented techniques. This degree is studied via intense hands-on courses located on a small scale family farm in the Central Vermont area. In addition, there will be lectures and workshops from local expert, Wendy Martin. When not participating in a workshop or lecture, the student will be expected to read all of the suggested literary works.
Permaculture 101
The Basics Of Biodynamics
Family Farms
Interning In Other Countries
Heirloom Seeds
Aquaculture
Poultry
Medicinal Herbs
Cut Flowers For Fun And Profit
Fertilizers And Soil Enrichments
Value Added Farm Products
Perennials
Maintaining An Orchard
Intensive Raised Bed Gardening
Ethnic And Exotic Vegetables
Greenhouse Management
Killing And Jerkying Pestiferous Deer (And Neighbors..)
Zen And The Art Of Funnybone Maitenence
Extending Growing Seasons
