- Location
- Stanmer Campus
Course Overview
The Three Sisters companion planting system is a time-honoured agricultural method used by Indigenous peoples of the Americas for centuries. This sustainable approach to vegetable growing brings together three staple crops—corn, beans, and squash—in a harmonious and mutually beneficial planting arrangement that maximizes yields and promotes healthy soil.
Course Description
The Three Sisters system is a symbiotic relationship that works to support pest control, soil health, and bed design. This method exemplifies sustainable agriculture practices, promoting biodiversity and reducing the need for external inputs. It can be used in very small spaces or large production sites. Come and be inspired…
Course Fees
Students aged 24+ who are studying a second Level 3 course or aged 24+ who are studying their first Level 3 course will have to pay tuition fees, depending on the course.
Students on low income who can prove they earn less than £25,000 (from September 2024); are unemployed; or receive state benefits could be entitled to a tuition fee waiver.
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