Food Farm Studies 10-12

4 credits

• This is a hands-on, experiential course that will consist of both work in the classroom and on the farm. 

• Classroom learning will consist of exploring local food production and consumption, and practical ways to integrate concepts of food safety, agricultural issues and sustainability.

• Farm fieldwork will include crop planning, seed starting, planting, weeding, harvesting, greenhouse management, pest management, soil health, crop storage, and record keeping. 

• Food grown on the farm will be distributed to a variety of school and community groups, including foods and cafeteria programs.