Tropical Agriculture Development: The Basics - January 2018
Présenté par: ECHO
Date limite d'inscription:
lundi 08 janvier 2018 16h09
Pour toute assistance:
Bianca Basch (bbasch@echonet.org)
Those interested in preparing for short/long-term involvement in agricultural development internationally are encouraged to participate in this one-week course held two times a year. Course participants will gain an introduction to aspects of poverty and community development and an orientation to ECHO. They will also receive instruction on proven agricultural principles/practices and practical techniques, systems and technologies to meet agricultural and nutritional needs of small-scale farmers facing livelihood challenges. There will also be time for hands-on work on the farm, visits with staff, and study in the library. Course content is presented from a biblical perspective.
Who the course is for:
This course will especially benefit those who are considering short- or long-term involvement in international agricultural development work. It can also be of benefit to those who have been on the field doing development work for a few years but who would like to take a step back and re-evaluate their approach. Those who could benefit from this course include short-term or career missionaries, international project volunteers (e.g. Peace Corps), leaders of relief-oriented organizations, or missions committee leaders of churches involved in agricultural projects overseas.
What is offered:
This course covers a broad range of topics relevant to those starting out in agricultural development in a tropical environment. The purpose of this class is to expose you to several different ideas and concepts. Although a significant amount of time will be spent looking at examples on the ECHO Farm, given the breadth of topics covered, extensive hands-on farm work should not be an expectation of taking this course.
Observations Importantes
Lieu de Rencontre
ECHO Global Farm
17391 Durrance Road North Fort Myers, Florida 33917 United States of America
Langue
All course information is provided in English only.
There will be no interpretation provided.
Frais de Participation
Registration fees:
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Regular registration (early bird rate): $645.00
- After 3/1/2017 the registration price increases to $695.00
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Spouse registration (early bird rate): $495.00
- After 3/1/2017 the registration price increases to $520.00
- Includes Housing
- Check in at 2pm January 14, 2018
- Check out at 5pm January 20. 2018
- Includes Food
- Sunday dinner provided
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided Monday - Friday
- Saturday breakfast provided
Discounts are available:
- Group (3+) discounts
- Previous attendees
- SW Florida discount (no housing provided)
Please email bbasch@echonet.org for more info
Mode de Paiement
Payment for the course can be made:
- Online using a credit card.
- If you do not have a credit card please select "Bill Me"
- The event coordinator will contact you with details for alternate methods of payment.
Hébergement
- Lodging is provided for attendees
- Housing is shared
- In some cases bathrooms are shared
- In some cases dormitory style housing is utilized
- Please let us know if you have concerns climbing up or down stairs.
Repas
- Lunch and dinner are eaten communally
- Please inform us of any allergy or dietary restrictions
- ECHO cannot guarantee to be able to meet all dietary/allergy concerns but we will be in communication with you to best accomodate your needs.