Berea Gardens Agriculture Center
Training families for noble independence in service to Jesus Christ
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2010 Training Programs... at "a school of a different order"
The schedule has been set for our spring and summer agriculture
training programs. This year we are offering three-day and five-day
programs with opportunities for you to stay and train longer during our
intensive summer segments*. Our first session will begin on April 19
and the intensive summer segments begin on June 7. See course
descriptions at the bottom of this page
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 accommodation and study materials. Married couples wishing
to attend may pay one registration fee. Vegan meals will be served and
charged per individual. Camping facilities are also available.
Courses will be taught by Bob Gregory, 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.
Registration will be limited to ten participants per session to provide the
best possible attention to your needs. Act now to reserve your session.
* Email Berea Gardens for details here. Please include your phone number.
The schedule has been set for our spring and summer agriculture
training programs. This year we are offering three-day and five-day
programs with opportunities for you to stay and train longer during our
intensive summer segments*. Our first session will begin on April 19
and the intensive summer segments begin on June 7. See course
descriptions at the bottom of this page
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 accommodation and study materials. Married couples wishing
to attend may pay one registration fee. Vegan meals will be served and
charged per individual. Camping facilities are also available.
Courses will be taught by Bob Gregory, 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.
Registration will be limited to ten participants per session to provide the
best possible attention to your needs. Act now to reserve your session.
* Email Berea Gardens for details here. Please include your phone number.
| July and August segments will be open to families with children. |
| Five day session Registration $495 Meals $70 Course descriptions 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. |
Biblical Imperatives for Agricultural Skill Development An overview of the guiding principles found in scripture pertaining to agriculture Soil Basics: Soil structure and composition including physical, biological and chemical properties incorporating soil assay, analysis and recommendations. Understanding a soil analysis. Soil sampling and Study includes nutrient balancing, physical amendments, fertilizer sources and materials Plant Pest and Weed Control: Basic pest and weed control strategies for small scale family gardens. Explanation of methods used to meet organic standards. Vegetable Production: Methods and technologies to make your gardening efficient |
| Three day session Registration $295 Meals $45 Course descriptions below |
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