Introduction to Organic Production

Overview

This two-day course is suitable for farmers and growers who have a limited knowledge of organic production methods and who are considering converting to organic production.

Course Content

  • Basic concepts of organic production
  • Organic Certification
  • Organic livestock and crops
  • Organic vegetables and horticulture
  • Conversion to organic production
  • Organic Farming Scheme details
  • Marketing of organic produce

Optional sessions are organised to suit needs. A visit to the Greenmount Organic Unit is included. Visiting industry speakers or a visit to an organic farm may be included in the course.

Booking

To book a place on this free course and obtain more details contact Adrian Saunders 028 9442 6765.

How to Apply

To apply for this course, please contact the Course Manager whose contact details are given in the Fact File to the right. An application form will then be sent out to you.

Alternatively send an enquiry to the short course team.

Next Course Dates

Courses are arranged periodically when sufficient numbers of applications have been received. Please contact us for information on the next available course.
Fact File

Course Location:

Greenmount and various other locations

Course Duration:

2 days (1 day each on 2 separate weeks)

Course Manager:

Mr Steven Johnston

Contact Details:

steven.johnston@dardni.gov.uk

enquiries@cafre.ac.uk

Telephone:

028 9442 6748 (Use 048 9442 6748 from RoI)

Text Phone:

028 9052 4420