ProFarmer Program- Open House, Accepting Applications | NESAWG

August 6, 2016 3:00pm to 6:00pm

Farm Hub 1875 Hurley Mountain Rd, Hurley, NY 12443

Attend an Open House to learn more about the ProFarmer Program.
ProFarmer trainees are full-time, year-round, salaried employees of the Farm Hub and are offered the option of on-farm housing. Working under the mentorship of Jean-Paul Courtens, Director of Farmer Training, ProFarmers gain experience in a hands-on learning environment located on one of the most productive and beautiful tracts of farmland in the Hudson Valley. Our mission-aligned program emphasizes vegetable and grain production and includes:

Ecological farming practices  Mechanical and technical skills Small business skills and leadership development

Engagement with the regional farm community

Applications for spring 2017 enrollment must be received no later than September 9, 2016.   For inquiries or to sign up for the Open House, please contact Sara Katz at (845) 331-1187 x107 

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