2014 Carroll County Envirothon
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5 Issue Scenario
Sustainable/Locally Grown Agriculture
Scenario Details:
- Each group will act as an agricultural consulting firm that has been
asked to present a 5-year plan for a 33 acre farm that will produce
the greatest possible economic, environmental, and social benefits
Each Plan MUST Address these key topics:
1) 3 Pillars of sustainable ag: Profit, Stewardship, Quality of Life
2) Ecosystem functions and services, especially soil health
3) Benefits of sustainable farming to soil health, water quality &
quantity, biodiversity, and weed & insect management
4) The importance of local & regional food systems to sustainable ag
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Each presentation SHOULD include these components:
5 year crop rotation plan for 5 acres of certified organic land
Land use plan for remaining 20 acres of fields/pasture
Financial plan: analysis of revenues vs. expenses
Identification & description of specific sustainable practices
Marketing strategy for the farming operation
Environmental assessment of the farm and the surrounding area.
Scenario Visuals
Northwest Corner, looking North
Center, looking North
Northeast, looking Northeast
East, looking East
East end, looking North
Center, looking Northwest