If you learn best by doing, this course is for you. HCS 2307: Sustainable Agriculture Practical Experience combines classroom theory with hands-on learning, giving students the opportunity to master the fundamentals of small-scale sustainable farming.
From soil management and crop production to pest control and farm enterprise planning, students gain essential skills for managing a successful and environmentally responsible farm operation. The course emphasizes both the science and practice of sustainability, helping learners understand how healthy soil, resource efficiency, and teamwork come together to support thriving agricultural systems.
HCS 2307 centers on small-scale vegetable production, and the experience culminates in a student-run produce market where participants get to showcase and sell what they’ve grown themselves. It’s a chance to turn learning into doing.
Curious to see what learning by doing really looks like? Take a closer look at HCS 2307 and see how it’s cultivating the next generation of sustainable growers.
HCS 2307 is a hands-on class typically offered each autumn semester and currently led by Jason Hollick.