Organic Vegetable Seed Production
Learn the science and business of organic vegetable seed production. The Canadian market is hungry for more quality seed products. With this course, you can be part of the solution.
What you learn in this course
You learn how to produce organic seeds. You learn about the Canadian certification, regulation and policy in Canada and BC. You’ll also explore seed sovereignty and Canada’s supply chain. And you look as seed-related business models.
What you do in this course
You will prepare a seed crop production plan using the concepts, principles, and
practices from the course. And you’ll finish the course empowered to continue to work on seed production.
There is a potential for a mentorship with community partners following the course.
This course is part of a refresh of the existing Organic Vegetable Seed Production course and was developed in collaboration with Canadian Organic Growers (COG) and SeedChange
Course Details
Dates: January 7 to March 11, 2025 | Tuesdays, 6 to 9 pm
Course cost: $680
Registration for this course will be open in early September. Please email pdtagriculture@viu.ca to be added to the interest list.
Get help paying for this course
StrongerBC future skills grant
If you’re a British Columbian over the age of 19, you likely qualify for the StrongerBC future skills grant. This course is eligible for the grant, which covers up to $3,500 in tuition, fees and course materials.
StrongerBC future skills grant
This micro-credential development is funded by an Innovation Grant from the Continuing Education and Training Association of BC (CETA BC).
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