AG 230A Small Farm Management - Fall

This course is the first in the AG 230 fall, winter, spring course series teaching the basic skills necessary to successfully manage a small farm. Students study in the classroom and practice on the LBCC farm how to grow local small farm crops, construct farm related wood objects, and operate hand and power equipment. Developing soft skills to successfully market LBCC farm products using a farm stand and a community supported agriculture program.

Credits

2

Offered

Offered Fall only

Notes

Career Technical Education (CTE) Course

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Propagate, grow, and manage fall crops using sustainable farming methods. Practice marketing of farm products on campus. Operate tractors and farm equipment safely. Create marketable value added foods. Construct simple farm-related wood objects.