The Specialty Crop Institute is an innovative education program for current and future small scale farmers as well as students and professionals. Join experienced farmers and industry experts to learn alternative farming methods to diversify from low-value crops to high-value, direct-marketed specialty crops, increase per acre return and manage water efficiently! Workshops combine classroom and on-farm learning experiences to expand and foster the success of sustainable small farms.

Mark your calendars for the following workshops and events. More are being planned.

• September 10: Orchard & Berry Production for the Small Farm - SOLD OUT - Call 775-351-2551 to be placed on waiting list if there are cancellations.
• March 10-12, 2011: Nevada Small Farm Conference, Fallon

For updates, contact Ann Louhela at louhelaa@wnc.edu, or call 775-351-2551.

The Western Nevada College Specialty Crop Institute is made possible with funding from the Nevada Department of Agriculture and USDA/AMS through the Specialty Crop Block Grant.

Specialty Crop Institute Class Information

• Class Schedule
• Course Descriptions
• How To Register