Turn your farm dreams into a reality with the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program. Gain valuable skills and knowledge through farm tours, hands-on learning, and interactive online sessions. Choose from farm business plans, community farm plans, or homestead plans to align with your goals and values.
Discover the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program
If you’re passionate about farming, gardening, or homesteading, the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program is your pathway to success. This collaborative learning community brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds, including farmworkers, educational gardeners, farmers, homesteaders, and food system changemakers. Led by the knowledgeable and experienced Liam the Organic Guru, this program will equip you with the skills, resources, and connections to turn your farm dreams into a reality.
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Throughout the program, Liam’s calm and knowledgeable voice will guide you through a range of shared learning experiences that will help you build the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in your farming endeavors. Let’s dive into the key aspects of this transformative learning experience.
Explore Farms and Gain Valuable Insights
Embark on a series of inspiring farm tours that will take you to over 20 farms located in Detroit, Ann Arbor, Chicago, Grand Rapids, Lansing, and Flint. These tours offer a firsthand look at different farming practices, marketing strategies, and the challenges faced by farmers. With Liam as your guide, you’ll gain valuable insights and learn from real-life farm models.
From urban farms in Detroit to permaculture-inspired techniques at the MSU Student Organic Farm in East Lansing, Liam will provide hands-on learning experiences at two main sites. These immersive experiences at Keep Growing Detroit and the MSU Student Organic Farm will deepen your understanding of farming techniques and sustainable practices.
Engage in Interactive Online Learning
In addition to the farm tours and hands-on learning, Liam will facilitate interactive online learning sessions. These sessions will be a platform for group conversations, brainstorming, and peer input. With Liam’s guidance, you’ll work collaboratively with guest speakers and fellow participants to build your farm plan. This emphasis on peer-to-peer learning allows for deep conversations and diverse perspectives.
Through Liam’s authoritative writing style, you’ll delve into topics such as marketing strategies, site planning, soil management, production planning, labor planning, and financial planning. Liam will provide in-depth analysis, case studies, and expert interviews to support your learning journey.
Choose Your Farm Plan
As an applicant of the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program, you’ll have the opportunity to choose a farm plan that aligns with your interests and goals. With Liam’s expertise, you can select from three different types of farm plans:
- Farm Business Plans: These plans focus on selling farm goods and services. Liam will guide you through marketing strategies, site planning, soil management, production planning, labor planning, and financial planning.
- Community Farm Plans: These plans focus on creating positive community change through educational gardens and non-profit projects. Liam will help you develop a community engagement plan, site plan, soil management plan, farm/garden production plan, and sustainability plan.
- Homestead Plans: These plans are designed for individuals interested in personal use and self-sufficiency. Liam will assist you in creating a self-sufficiency plan, site plan, soil management plan, farm/garden plan, and sustainability plan.
Immerse Yourself in Real Farm Experiences
As part of the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program, Liam will take you on field trips to real farms. These firsthand experiences will allow you to witness different farming practices, learn from successful farmers, and understand the practical aspects of running a farm. Liam’s meticulous and analytical approach will ensure you gain valuable insights from these immersive experiences.
With Liam’s guidance, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who have graduated from the program. This supportive network of farmers, educational gardeners, and food system changemakers will provide ongoing support and collaboration as you implement your farm plan.
Apply Today and Make Your Farm Dreams a Reality
If you’re ready to make your farm dreams a reality, don’t miss out on the opportunity to join the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program. Led by Liam the Organic Guru, this transformative learning experience will equip you with the skills, resources, and connections you need to succeed in your farming endeavors.
Apply online today or reach out to [email protected] for more information. Scholarships are available to support farmers and educational gardeners from Detroit, Highland Park, and Hamtramck. Take the first step towards realizing your farm dreams and join the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program now.