Experiential Curricula in Sustainable Agriculture Topics

Resources for Instructors

Through its Apprenticeship in Ecological Horticulture, the Center for Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems at the University of California Santa Cruz has been a leader in developing experiential sustainable agriculture education for nearly 40 years. The Center’s education and training resources integrate the study of theoretical aspects of agricultural sustainability with field-based, participatory learning of sustainable agriculture practices.

Their two instructional manuals

have received high marks from sustainable agriculture experts worldwide as valuable teaching tools.

How to Order

Visit the UC Santa Cruz Center for Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems to order hard copies or download a PDF.

2013 Calls for Proposals

Western SARE's 2013 Calls for Proposals have been posted. Please visit our grants page. Hard copies can be requested from the Utah office.

The "Research and Education" or "Chapter 1" Call for pre-Proposals has a new focus and format so please read the Call carefully. A new emphasis is the building of a team of scientists, producers, outreach specialists and others to use interdisciplinary approaches to address issues related to sustaining agriculture.

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Strengthening Agriculture’s Infrastructure: Adding Value, Breaking Down Barriers, Increasing Profits

REGISTRATION IS OPEN

December 3 – 5, 2012, Portland Oregon

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