Sustainable Small Farm Agriculture Production Certificate

This one-year certificate provides a theoretical foundation in small farm agriculture through the study of environmental sustainability principles, ecology in agricultural systems, and plant and soil sciences. There is also a practical focus on the study and hands-on cultivation of organic food crops for year-round production and harvest in the maritime climate of the Puget Sound bioregion. Students explore career options and apply knowledge, skills, and techniques through internship, practicum, or research experience. This certificate may be combined with the Sustainable Small Farm Agriculture Enterprises Certificate to achieve the larger Sustainable Small Farm Agriculture Systems Certificate.