Armed to Farm Veteran Training in Vermont

Posted on April 9, 2019 by Taylor in Farming, Farming Resources, Training Programs, Veterans // 0 Comments

Applications Open for June Armed to Farm Veteran Training in Vermont

The National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) is now accepting applications from military veterans who want to attend our week-long Armed to Farm veteran training in Vermont. ATF allows veterans and their spouses to experience sustainable, profitable small-scale farming enterprises and explore agriculture as a viable career.

About Armed to Farm

ATF’s engaging blend of farm tours, hands-on experience, and interactive classroom instruction gives participants a strong foundation in the basic principles of operating a sustainable farm. Participants learn about business planning, budgeting, recordkeeping, marketing, livestock production, fruit and vegetable production, and more. In addition, attendees gain a network of supportive farmer-veterans and agricultural advisors.

NCAT Sustainable Agriculture specialists will teach the training sessions. Additional contributors will include staff from Sterling College and USDA agencies, plus experienced crop and livestock producers.

Applications for Armed to Farm veteran training in Vermont are available at https://www.ncat.org/atf_VT/ and are due by May 3.

All military veterans, as well as their spouses or farm partners, are welcome to apply. However, selection priority will be given to residents of the Northeast region. The number of participants will be limited. NCAT will notify selected participants by May 10.

Dates, Location, and Cost

Armed to Farm will take place June 10-14, 2019, in Craftsbury Common, Vermont. Participants will attend classroom sessions at Sterling College, a private college in Craftsbury Common. Several local farms will provide hands-on learning experiences.

The event is free for those chosen to attend; lodging at Sterling College, transportation to local farms, and most meals will be provided. Participants must pay their own travel costs to and from the event.

Questions?

Please contact Margo Hale at margoh@ncat.org or 479-442-9824.

Since 1976, the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) has been helping people by championing small-scale, local and sustainable solutions to reduce poverty, promote healthy communities and protect natural resources. More information about its programs and services is available at www.ncat.org or by calling 1-800-ASK-NCAT.