2011 Workshops

On-Farm Composting 101 Workshop September 14th 2011 This workshop involves a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises to cover topics such as: principles of composting, compost site identification and layout, compost recipe development, feedstock combining methods, windrow construction, pile monitoring, windrow aeration, aerated static pile composting, and compost screening. MORE >>

Vermont Agency of Natural Resources Compost Operator Certification Course October 12 2011 Highfields is excited to announce it will be offering a Compost Operator Certification Course for current or future compost site operators. Through this workshop participants will have the opportunity to gain a Compost Operator Certificate recognized by the State of VT Agency of Natural Resources for composters required to obtain a solid waste permit for handling food scraps. MORE >>

Aspiring Farmer Compost Operator Training Workshop October 15 2011 Calling all young and aspiring farmers! The Aspiring Farmer Compost Operator Training Workshop is designed for students currently enrolled in agricultural programs. Workshop participants will gain valuable and desirable agricultural skills to take to farms or compost operations they may start or work at. Through this training participants may choose to take the final exam to gain a state recognized Compost Operator Certificate. MORE >>