Programs include a variety of agricultural professional training. Our classes help both new and experienced farmers learn different skills. Topics include permaculture, small-plot farming, and smart farming.
Small Plot Farming and Entrepreneurship
Training Program
In this 12-week course, participants will learn how to start and operate a small-farm business. Instruction will include online classes paired with hands-on demonstrations and learning opportunities.
Coursework covers growing methods, crop management, marketing, business financing, sustainability, and more. Live instruction will take place at local urban/small farms and at the Wakulla Environmental Institute for hands-on training. Virtual coursework (entrepreneurship training) will be conducted via ZOOM.
Courses will run from TBD.
Course fee: $1000.00 Scholarships Available
Course Code: CWE0002-TBD
Class Meetings: Every Saturday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., every other Wednesday, 6 .p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (Zoom).
Industry Certification Courses
Coursework in Agricultural Education Services & Technology (AEST) industry-certified workforce training. Including:
Natural Resources Specialist: Learn how to manage, protect, and improve natural areas like soil, water, air, wildlife, wetlands, forests, and farm ecosystems.
Course fee: $500.00 Scholarships Available
Course Code: CWE 0002-TBD
Class Meetings: Asynchronous TBD
Agritechnology Specialist: Learn about caring for the environment, how plants grow and reproduce, and how to manage animals and livestock. You’ll also study basic mechanics and business skills, all focused on farming, food, and natural resources
Course fee: $500.00 Scholarships Available
Course Code: CWE 0002-TBD
Class Meetings: Asynchronous TBD
Agriculture Associate: Learn the basics of agricultural science, including safety, science and technical skills, environmental science, food safety, and plant and animal care. You'll also explore how these topics apply to farming, food, and natural resources.
Course fee: $500.00 Scholarships Available
Course Code: CWE 0002-TBD
Class Meetings: Asynchronous TBD