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"The Rodale Institute's Organic Transition Course is a 15-hour online program designed to help [farmers] understand the National Organic Standards and use them as [their] framework for making the transition to organic production." The course is helpful for farmers transitioning to certified organic production, for farmers interested in integra

The Pfeiffer Center’s One-Year, Part-Time Practical Training in Biodynamics consists of thirteen full-day workshops and features a mix of classroom talks and field activities on topics such as making and applying the biodynamic preparations; composting; agricultural handwork and pruning; weed and pest control; the honeybee; and more.

"The class equips students with a whole systems approach to design and to the principles, techniques, and challenges of permaculture as a system of sustainable design.

The Institute offer opportunities to learn sustainable, ecological design methods including workshops, study groups, an apprentice program, and an intensive Permaculture Design Certification Course.

Holistic Management International offers introductory and advanced courses in Holistic Management practices. Training includes on-farm, on-ranch, and classroom courses, plus hands-on activities and experiential learning. Workshops are conducted for beginning and experienced farmers.

NCAT operates programs on sustainable agriculture (see ATTRA - National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service), sustainable energy, and sustainable communities.

This 67-acre educational facility and demonstration farm provides information and hosts workshops on farming, gardening and conservation. Research and field demonstration projects with alternative crops.

Sponsors annual farmer-to-farmer exchanges between the U.S. and participating countries. International farm stewards gain hands-on training at U.S. sustainable or organic farms for up to one year. Coordinates the entire U.S. training program and provides program benefits for the farm stewards.

The certified organic Ecosystem Farm "serves as a teaching model for sustainable agriculture and the future of farming." Farmers and apprentices use "formal and informal research to determine the best agricultural practices." The Accokeek Foundation's CSA program and its educational programs at the Center for Agricultural and Environmental Stew

"The Center for Agricultural and Environmental Stewardship was created to teach and inspire people to use principles and practices of sustainability in agriculture and everyday life.