Farmer Training Program Accepting Applicants, Emmaus, PA
Posted: September 5, 2012
The New Farmer Training Program and Agricultural Incubator at The Seed Farm in Emmaus, Pennsylvania, is now accepting applications for the 2013 season.
This intensive training program includes 500 hours of on-farm training and 100 hours of formal workshops and classes in organic production. Participants will build skills and create their own production and business plans. Graduates of the training program qualify for the agricultural incubator program where they can farm on county-owned land with access to equipment, greenhouse/cooler space, and continued mentorship.
For more information and application materials, visit www.theseedfarm.org or call Seed Farm Director Sara Runkel at 610-391-9583, ext.16. Applications are due October 15, 2012.
