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FARMER TRAINING PROGRAM DETAILS
The AFFECT Farmer Training Program is designed to teach the fundamentals of farming while offering hands-on experience working alongside some of Fairbank’s most successful farmers.
You will learn the principles of farming in Interior Alaska through a once a week class covering everything from farm planning to soil health, seeding, transplanting, harvesting, marketing, even hydroponics. Field days will be scheduled with local farmers who will teach hands-on skills in various tools, fieldwork, greenhouse production, harvesting, and storing.
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This is the chance to cultivate alongside Goosefoot Farm and harvest carrots with Spinach Creek while building the skills necessary to start your own agricultural endeavor. Optional classes to learn about mushroom foraging, compost tea, hydroponics, and more, will be available for you to gain exposure to a scope of agricultural opportunities.
2025 PROGRAM DATES:
TBD...
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE:
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SESSIONS:
History of Farming in Alaska
Planning and Preparation
Seed Starting
Selecting Varieties
Farm Tools and Equipment
Working With Your Soil - Tillage
Irrigation
Nutrient Management
Crop Rotation
Composting
Weed Control
Harvest and Storage
Business Training for Success
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...and more!​​​
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REQUIREMENTS
Participants must reside in the Fairbanks North Star Borough.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Tuition-free!
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Transportation to and from field visits will be offered.​​
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Build meaningful connections with local farms.
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Develop marketable skills in agriculture, specific to Interior Alaska.
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Certificate awarded on behalf of the Fairbanks Soil and Water Conservation District, upon completion of the course.
Want to learn more?
to check out the highlights/TESTIMONIES from FORMER STUDENTS WHO PARTICIPATED IN the program!
Please fully complete the application below.
To apply, please complete and submit the form below. If you have difficulties with the form, need assistance, or prefer to send your responses via email, please click the "Download Application" button below and send the completed application to AFFECTfarm@gmail.com.
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We suggest writing out your answers to the below questions in a separate document, then, copying and pasting your answers into the Form when you are ready to Submit your responses.
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If you have any problems or need more information, please email AFFECTfarm@gmail.com.