Growing Farms: Successful Whole Farm Management

The OSU Small Farms Program is pleased to announce the 2015 dates for Growing Farms: Successful Whole Farm Management.

Growing Farms is designed for beginning farmers in their first 5-years of business. Come and learn how to navigate the biological, financial, and human aspects of small-scale crop and livestock farming while getting to know the local small farm community. This program is made up of four meetings which combine online modules, in-class sessions, and farm field trips.

•  Wednesday evenings January 21, February 4 and March 4 from 6:00-8:30 pm
•  On-farm field day – Saturday February 21

Tuition: $295 (2 people from the same farm $75 off each registration)

Scholarships may be available for residents of Clackamas and Multnomah Counties. Contact Heidi regarding farm partner discounts and scholarships. Please note: no refunds will be given.

Growing Farms Information Page – includes a video describing the online modules.

Registration Page

Growing Farms FAQ

Feel free to contact Heidi with any questions or to discuss if this is the course for you. This course is designed for those seriously pursuing production oriented farming or expanding their current farm.