FST 526 - Agriculture: Systems of Practice

Institution:

Chatham University

Subject:

Description:

Students explore alternative agriculture practices used in farm management and compare local alternatives such as "Certified Organic", "Certified Naturally Grown', "Permaculture" and "Biodnamic" practices. Through class lectures and assignments students will learn to fulfill requirements for organic certification. Exploration of the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM) will provide a cultural and historical focus for this course.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Corequisites:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

FST526

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.chatham.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 365-1100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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