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Learning Opportunities

Learn about organic farming online!

This winter there will be two organic courses offered online to both university students and farmers. Check it out!

Weed Control in Organic Agriculture is offered by the University of Saskatchewan. Enhance your knowledge and keep pace with organic innovation. This flexible and interactive course allows you to study where and when you want. Learn about principles of weed control in organic agriculture, explore strategies and develop a weed management plan for your operation. Learn more at: http://ccde.usask.ca/weedcontrol

Organic Crop Production on the Prairies is a web-based course available through the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences at the University of Manitoba. In seven modules, the course highlights organic crop production principles and practices within the different prairie soil zones. The next course runs January to April 2012. Learn more at: www.umanitoba.ca/afs/organic_prairies/