Agroecology

This course examines the ecological foundations of sustainable agriculture practice to foster an understanding of the management and design of sustainable agroecosystems. Using a whole-system and multi-disciplinary approach students will analyze and design agricultural systems both locally and globally while considering the triple bottom line. It includes an overview of sustainable agriculture practices both historic and modern.

Course Faculty

photo of Ed Fredrickson, faculty for the Wendell Berry Farming Program

Ed Fredrickson

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How a Global Field Study Inspired Bestselling Author Kate Beaton

Throughout Kate Beaton’s award-winning career as a webcomic artist, New York Times bestselling author, and now, a children’s book writer, one character of hers has always stood out: the fat…

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Vermont Higher Education Food Systems Consortium Meets on Campus

In the last week of April, Sterling College hosted a retreat for the institutions participating in the Vermont Higher Education Food Systems Consortium. Leadership staff from the University of Vermont,…

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Ruth Reichl Presents “My Kitchen Year” at Sterling College

The School of the New American Farmstead at Sterling College is proud to announce that bestselling author, renowned national food writer, and critic Ruth Reichl will discuss her latest cookbook…

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