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Org Soils, Nutrients, Compost

Class Number: FARM 10090139-1 - Org Soils, Nutrients, Compost
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-090-139 ORG SOILS, NUTRIENTS, COMPOST... Healthy soil is the foundation of sustainable farming and gardening. Build robust soil through organic matter, cultivating beneficial microorganisms, and nutrient cycling. Explore composting techniques and organic fertilizer sources.

Course Typically Offered

  • Fall

Most NWTC classes are offered in 8-week sessions. Learn more about how our class schedule can help you succeed.

What will I learn?

  1. Characterize soil physical and chemical properties.
  2. Summarize plant nutrients found in soil.
  3. Measure soil quality.
  4. Submit soil for testing & interpret results.
  5. Examine soil biological life.
  6. Explore organic fertilizers and amendments.
  7. Summarize composting methods.
  8. Outline soil conservation measures.
  9. Complete the soils section of the organic certification paperwork.

Class Details

Class Number:
FARM 10090139-1 - Org Soils, Nutrients, Compost
Location:
Off-Site
Date:
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Delivery:
Hybrid
Term:
2026 Fall Session 2

Class Notes

Students will attend class at the assigned dates and times. This class will be taught through a combination of in-person and live virtual meetings accessed anywhere using internet. For more information regarding this delivery and how to access your class, see www.nwtc.edu/blendedfaq

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
10/21/2026 - 12/18/2026 Online Live Thursday
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Online Live Streaming
10/21/2026 - 12/18/2026 Online
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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