THE ORGANIC FARM
teaches students about:
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Integrated crop systems;
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Preparation and application of organic fertilizers;
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Organic production of pigs;
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Biological pest and weed control;
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Landscaping with crops.
THE INTEGRATED ANIMAL FARM
demonstrates
how farmers can produce animals in a compassionate,
ecological, and economically self-sufficient way through:
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Honoring the principles of animal welfare;
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Innovative waste recycling with bio-digesters
and bokashi composting system;
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Production of milk, yogurt, cheese, and organic
fertilizers from the farm.
THE PERI-URBAN GARDEN
models sustainable
vegetable gardening in areas surrounding cities,
especially for communities with limited access to
land and financial resources. It teaches students
about vegetable nutrition, crop management, seedling
preparation and more with innovative systems such as:
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Vertical agriculture, hydroponic cultivation and
aquaculture;
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Floating root systems and production on raised
beds;
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Recycling agriculture (with used shoes, clothing,
bottles, and household items).
“
At EARTH you don’t just learn the theory,
which is necessary, but you apply that theory
in practical exercises and labs in the field.
In other words, the education at EARTH is
complemented by direct learning from the
land, the crops and the environment.”
Fabián Calvo Romero
(’14,
Costa Rica)
“
Youget totestyourknowledge inapractical
way while you are studying. Most of the
crops we learn about at EARTH, we grow
ourselves. This is really unusual and helps
you build the foundation to do something
on your own and become a leader.”
Samuel Kwakye
(’14,
Ghana)
Support our academic farms, and prepare students
with the experience and confidence they need to make
immediate contributions in their communities as graduates.