The Seed Farm in Emmaus is offering a series of training sessions for people planning to make the leap from vegetable gardening to production for profit.

These classes are for beginning organic vegetable producers who are ready to refine their techniques in order to optimize their production and profit.Classes will include presentations by Seed Farm staff, Penn State Extension educators and experienced farmers; interactive discussions; hands-on learning activities; hands-on experience trying new techniques and tools appropriate for both small and large farms.If you register for all eight sessions, you will receive a detailed notebook containing production information for each topic.Classes will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. April 12, 19, 26, May 3 and 10, and August 9, 16 and 23. Advance registration is required at least two days before each class. You can sign up for one class or all eight sessions.To see the course schedule, cost and to register online, visit theseedfarm.org/WORKSHOPS.If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Emelie Swackhamer 610-391-9840 in advance of your participation or visit.