2016 Growing New Farmers Program
Lowcountry Local First
Deadline to apply: March 14, 2016
Program Dates: May- November, 2016
PLEASE SHARE:This 6-month program offers a Certificate of Sustainable Agriculture and an optional apprenticeship, providing introductory agricultural production and business education while also incorporating hands-on training in the field. Lowcountry Local First is addressing the supply side issues facing the local food system by ensuring there are new farmers entering the market and all farmers interested in operating sustainable businesses are provided the tools, training and network to achieve their goals.