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Mini Classes We offer a variety of short classes covering myriad topics. These mini courses are offered on an ad-hoc basis depending on the needs, knowledge, and experience of the volunteers. All classes are taught in spanish. Introduction to Organic Agriculture - Learn how to farm in tune with the cycles of the moon. Apiculture (BeeKeeping) Basics - A short introduction to bee behavior, bee handling, honey harvesting, and other bee related products (Royal Jelly, Bee Pollen, Beeswax, and Propoly). Natural Fertilizers and Soil Health- Learn recipies for natural fertilizers like Biol, Effective Microorganisms (EM), and Foccachi. Explore techniques for soil amendments like rice hull ash and manure. Basics of Bamboo Construction - Learn natural bulding techniques with a rapidly renewable resource. Beneficial Insects, Pests and their control - A discussion covering local beneficial insects, pest insects, and effective organic insect control including repellent plants, natural insectisides, and useful trapping mechanisms. Lombriculture (Worm Beds) - How to use red wrigglers to make soil, process compost, and create humus. Basics of Small Animal Hubandry - Small livestock, how to take care of them, and their role in the bigger picture. Guinea pigs, goats chickens, and pigs. Ecological Farm Desig-n - How to set up a farm to achieve a dynamic equilibrium between all components. Includes elements of permaculture design. Designing Family Gardens - Overview of the local food producing plants and secrets for increased food with minimal space.. Comprehensive Courses (Next Course: August 2007) Twice per year we offer a 30 day in depth comprehensive course covering all of the above topics and more. Please contact us to find out the latest information on our next course. |
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