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Press Release: New Course at Glyndwr University

Thursday, 06 August 2009 00:00 administrator

Foundation Degree Organic Horticulture - Opportunity to be part of the animal free horticulture initiative

This course aims to develop competent managers capable of driving forward the horticultural business.  The course is ideal for those who are aiming to manage or work within the conventional organic or vegan-organic systems. It will provide a sound understanding of crop production under the Stockfree and Soil Association standards which will allow individuals to go on to develop their knowledge and management skills in this “growing” area of production.

For more details about the course and the delivery options please contact Richard Lewis

01352 841000   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Bursaries to assist students undertaking the course may be available from the Vegan-Organic Network

For details contact David Graham, VON, Anandavan, 58 High Lane, Chorlton, Manchester M21 9DZ   0161 860 4869   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Notes to Editor

(1) Founded in 1996, the Vegan-Organic Network is an ambitious charity with an international network of active supporters. It aims to research and promote vegan-organic (stockfree) methods of agriculture and horticulture so that clean, green, cruelty-free food becomes widely available.

It publishes a magazine “Growing Green International” and advice leaflets. There is also a free advice service for members of the public, home growers, smallholders and farmers. The Network organises farm walks, allotment and garden visits and volunteer placements on stockfree holdings.

(2) VON’s stockfree organic standards inspected by the Soil Association are available for farmers and growers who wish to grow produce in the most ethical and environmentally-friendly way. The stockfree organic symbol is the consumer’s guarantee of “organic plus” food.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Sally Ford – Press Officer

01584 872224   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it                              6 August 2009     ref. S1015

 
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VON Meetings

Trustees/working group meetings are held, usually on the 1st Saturday in each month apart from January and August when there is no meeting.

These are open to all VON members who would like to get to know the core group and if possible help out. Others who would like to find out more about us may also be able to attend. Participation in our work is positively welcomed. We usually meet in south Manchester at 1.30pm. This location is good for access by Metrolink or bus; you will be very welcome.

Please contact Peter White by sending an email to the general/business enquiries section on our contacts page, prior to coming in case the venue or time changes, and so you can receive the agenda.