Career and Technical Education Specialized Workforce Model
The knowledge and skills acquired through the certification as an organic farm technician is also meant to introduce and equip students for successful technical careers in the organic food systems industry such as organic consultants and certifying inspectors.
Ecological understanding history and principles of organic crop production.
Knowledge and understanding of the National Organic Program (NOP) regulations, standards, and practices. USDA and FDA food safety standards. OHSA workplace safety standards
Applied knowledge of organic crop management (allowed fertilizer and chemical inputs), weed and pest management, crop rotation, integrated crop management.
Workplace skills to enhance leadership abilities, cooperative teamwork, and case study methods to increase problem-solving skills in experiential farm opportunities.
Food safety tracking and reports.
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