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Education Special

A comprehensive listing of the very best information sources, distance & in-class courses for small farmers!

BY CONNIE DUIVENVOORDEN

Alberta Farm Fresh Producers Association (AFFPA) Provincial Berry and Vegetable School Want to grow the best crops ever on your small farm? Join other growers from Western Canada for the latest information on production and direct marketing at this 2-day school. Most AFFPA members market directly to consumers via U-Pick farms, farm gate sales and/or through Farmer’sMarkets. [...] MORE


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