Stockbridge Sch of Agriculture 398E - Farm Enterprise Practicum
Spring
2020
01
6.00
Amanda Brown
W 1:25PM 4:25PM
UMass Amherst
49595
Ag.Engin Farm Srvc Bldg rm 308
amandabrown@umass.edu
Guided practicum experience providing students with practical experience in growing crops, as well as managing and marketing these crops in support of their educational goals. Students will develop, use and evaluate crop plans including all aspects of production and marketing. Students will gain practical experience in management of soil fertility, water, and pests using IPM and organic methods. Weekly seminar and field work participation required. . Prerequisites: STOCKSCH 105 and 325; and Junior standing. Enrollment limited. Offered in Spring term.
This class should be taken concurrently with STOCKSCH 390F (formerly STOCKSCH 397SF).
Varies from 3 to 6 credits