DATES: April 30 to May 14, 2012
AIM:
Allow students to gain experience in agro-ecological technologies and examine issues related to food security and sustainable agriculture using the Cuban model
THE COURSE:
• 3-credit intensive course
• Field trips to agricultural enterprises in 5 Cuban Provinces
• Direct contact with field professionals and scientists
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
• Structure of Cuba’s agricultural sector, regulations, and policies
• Sustainable agricultural practices
• Urban agriculture
• Land use and food security issues
COST:$1,995 CAN
(includes return airfare, accommodations, transportation within Cuba, most meals and taxes)
Cost DOES NOT include: tuition, immunizations, health insurance, exit airport tax (25$), personal expenses and some meals
TO APPLY:
Submit your CV, an unofficial transcript and a cover letter explaining your interest to julie [dot] major
mcgill [dot] ca (Dr. Julie Major)A $500 deposit is also required.
DEADLINE: February 15, 2012
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
arif [dot] mustafamcgill [dot] ca (Prof. A.F. Mustafa) (Animal Science)
philippe [dot] seguinmcgill [dot] ca (Prof. P. Seguin) (Plant Science)