BO4144 Horticultural Business Practices
This course explores the niches available for permaculture landscape designers that have a medicinal and edible plant focus. A guest panel of local horticultural business owners including herbalists, permaculturists and horticulturists share their experiences and expertise. Students learn about local HLD practicum sites through site visits and presentations. Students discover business models for growing and harvesting medicinal plants, establishing a medicinal plant nursery or creating value-added products. An introduction to business practices essential for operating and managing a successful horticultural business is also covered.
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