Join experienced horticulturist and permaculturist, Justin Calverley as he introduces you to the world of urban farming. The Complete Urban Farmer course combines 14 sessions including an introduction to permaculture, chook care, beekeeping, propagating and seed saving, community gardens — the list goes on!! This program will give you the skills and knowledge to apply to your own urban patch or help you decide if a career in horticulture/permaculture is for you. A copy of Justin’s Urban Farmer book is included in your course fee.

*Subject to Government restrictions, components of this course may be delivered either in person or online.

Times

Classes run 9am - 3pm each week

2023 Dates (March - June courses)

1st March to 31st May - Wednesdays

2nd March to 1st June - Thursdays

12th May to 11th August - Fridays

7th June to 6th September - Wednesdays

Course Topics and Proposed Week Schedule

Introduction to permaculture principles
Organic fruit production
Soils and their preparation
Growing Nutrient Dense Food
Beekeeping
Composting, worm farming and fertilisers
Organic vegetable production, harvesting and storage
Propagation
Seed collection and storage
Pest disease and weed management
Growing bushfoods and berries
Chooks
DIY – Backyard constructions
Community gardens, community-supported agriculture (CSA) and swaps

The Complete Urban Farmer course provides you with the opportunity to achieve up to four digital badges: Knowledge - Problem Solving, Knowledge - System Thinking, Action - Initiative, Earth Service - Grit & Perseverance. Want to learn more about our Digital Badges.

* This is an ACFE Approved Pre-accredited Course where the cost is subsidised for eligible participants. For further information about ACFE eligibility please click: ACFE Information and Eligibility.

ACFE Eligible participants are deemed eligible through an interview process with our career pathways officer. Contact Karen Mengell on 9389 0127 or karen.mengell@ceres.org.au for more information and to book an interview.

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