Although
many of our research and education efforts focus on local systems, the
Center has a long history of work in the international arena. Scientists
and students from around the world travel to the Center to conduct research,
receive graduate and post-graduate training, and take part in agroecology
workshops. Other international students participate in the six-month
apprenticeship training course with the goal of applying what they
learn in their home countries. Many UCSC graduate students working with
Center faculty affiliates conduct their dissertation work on international
agriculture systems, including traditional systems with a long history
of sustainable practices. In addition, the Center offers special
tours for international visitors.
The Center's staff and affiliated faculty also take their expertise abroad, training farmers and extension personnel in the techniques of agroecology and organic farming, and lecturing on social issues in sustainable agriculture. Center members have taught courses and given lectures in Central and South America, Palestine, American Samoa, Australia, China, Taiwan, and other international sites.
Although
many of our research and education efforts focus on local systems, the
Center has a long history of work in the international arena. Scientists
and students from around the world travel to the Center to conduct research,
receive graduate and post-graduate training, and take part in agroecology
workshops. Other international students participate in the six-month
The Center's staff and affiliated faculty also take their expertise abroad, training farmers and extension personnel in the techniques of agroecology and organic farming, and lecturing on social issues in sustainable agriculture. Center members have taught courses and given lectures in Central and South America, Palestine, American Samoa, Australia, China, Taiwan, and other international sites.