“This course is designed to engage participants in hands-on practical skills to grow plants on a small-scale urban farm. Participants will learn how to make “Gold Standard” compost using procedures with the goal of utilizing best practices for the improvement of soil and plant health. Apprentices will develop skills using appropriate technology, tools, and devices that can be employed in a variety of urban environments (e.g. community gardens, urban agriculture enterprises, multi-unit apartment buildings).”