Frequently asked questions
When are the classes?
Classes will be held every Wednesday evening from November 4- December 16th (skipping Thanksgiving week). Time will be 5-7:30pm Pacific Time or 6-8:30pm Mountain Time. Classes will include around 90 minutes of lectures, 45 minutes of discussion/Q & A, and a 10 minute break between speakers.
What happens if I miss a class or can't make that time?
All our speakers are beaming in via the Zoom webinar platform and all of it will be recorded. Participants will receive a private YouTube recording of the weekly session within 24 hours of the class. So you may miss out on participating in the Q & A portion of the class, you will still get all the recorded content, handouts, etc.
Where are the classes?
We have 13 in-person locations in 5 Western states, or you can take the course online. Classrooms will be in local Extension offices or college campuses. The facilitator will reach out to you with the specific location once you sign up. If any site gets cancelled due to COVID restrictions, those students can take online version. Social distancing, face coverings, hand sanitizer, & other precautions will be used at each site.
What is the cost?
$120 per person or $160 for couples/business partners.
What is included in the cost?
A copy of the textbook "The New Livestock Farmer", access to all presentations and recordings, handouts, a private group listserv, and optional add-on modules.
Are there scholarships?
Not any longer. All scholarship funds have been expended at this time.