Vermont Technical College Continuing Education: CBD & Greenhouse Cash Crop Certificate

This training series will introduce participants to common techniques for the production of hemp, and CBD, as well as a basic understanding of the chemistry and current regulations as they relate to Cannabis cultivation. Hands-on activities and fieldtrips will build on didactic lectures.
 
This comprehensive training will include: 1.) Chemistry of CBD production; 2.) Laws pertaining to CBD production; 3.) Cultivation methods for CBD and other greenhouse cash crops; 4.) Hydroponics use for greenhouse cash crops.
 
Part 1- September 12th-14th, 2019: Lecture: History, State and Fed Regulation, Physiology, Uses and Products, Propagation Techniques.

One Day Site Visit: Hemp/CBD Production
 
Part 2- October 3rd-5th, 2019: Lecture: Field cultivation: soils, fertility, planting, harvest, pest and disease ID, Greenhouse and indoor: media, crop timing, lighting, fertigation, and pruning. 

One Day site visit: Medical Cannabis Dispensary

Part 3- October 17th-19th, 2019—Hydroponic Cultivation. Lecture: Chemistry, Equipment, Climate protected agriculture, Pest controls, planning, Financials of hydroponics, and future of hydroponics.

One Day Visit: Green Mountain Hydroponics Greenhouse

Cost: $1,350.00
If you have any questions, contact Molly Willard, or call (802) 728-1525 for more information.

Event Location

United States