Boots to Bushels – New Program!

1. Boots to Bushels Summer Workshop Series – calling all beginning farmers, military veterans, and those interested in pursuing a career in agriculture. Join us for hands-on learning at the URI Agronomy Farm this summer. Workshops will cover risk management topics ranging from methods to mitigate climate change, sustainable pest and disease management, cover crops and more! Each workshop is $10.00 or sign up for the entire series and save $20.00. NO REFUNDS Register and learn more by clicking here. 

2. Boots to Bushels – Market Garden Training for New England offers veterans, service members, and beginning farmers educational training on a range of topics including fruit and vegetable production, business development, finances, marketing and stress management.  Plus, you’ll make connections with local, regional and national resources. Want to be notified next time training is offered? Email telourenco@uri.edu.