SUSAG 103 Composting for Commercial Organic Farming and Gardening Description: Composting is the cornerstone of soil fertility management in all segments of organic agriculture production. Successful composting requires at least a minimum of technical knowledge of soil structures and organic matter decomposition processes. Topics will include these basics and a survey of a variety of composting methods. Focus will be on composting for small commercial fruit, vine and vegetable operations, but the information will be of almost equal importance for dairy farmers or hay producers, as well as for residential and commercial settings. This is an introductory course aimed at the professional or serious student of agriculture. Repeatability: Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP Grading Type: Grade or P/NP    Course Includes Sustainability Sections listed are for

Sect Days Hours Instructor Location Room Units Status Total Seats Current Enrollment Seats Remaining Date Begin/End Date Final Exam Books 6198 W 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Bakx W Richard Thomas, Shone Farm CF-RT1 1.00 Ended 40 26 14 04/08-05/13 5/13/2020