Do you want to acquire the skills, knowledge & understanding necessary to produce quality cider and perry? Then, this is THE course to attend!
One of the world’s leading experts in cider production – in association with the North West Cider Society - this class aims to provide you with a thorough grounding in the main principles and practices of orcharding and cider and perry making; a wealth of knowledge, insight and technical know-how, drawn from many years of practical experience, together with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary for the production of quality cider and perry.
The course is suitable for beginners, new businesses and existing producers (large & small-scale) alike.

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Next available course dates in 2008:
Mount Vernon, WA. 23rd - 27th June 2008

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These three interlinked advanced seminars built on the series Cider Making – Principles & Practice and aim to provide: A broad appreciation of the underlying science and technology of cider making; Knowledge and understanding of hygiene and microbiological control; and a detailed insight into the techniques and application of sensory analysis and laboratory quality control. Sessions include lectures, workshops, practical project work and cider tasting. Individual seminars are available separately if required.

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Next available course dates in 2008:
Mount Vernon, WA.
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These advanced seminars focuses on the commercial and consumer aspects of cider and drinks production and aim to provide:
Knowledge and understanding of the principles and application of downstream processing, packaging and labelling to meet commercial and market-place requirements; A broad appreciation and experience of the processes and practice of product development; An exploration of the principles, strategies and practices involved in product marketing and sales; and Practical assistance to entrepreneurs, small and medium size businesses and others in drawing up, monitoring and controlling business, marketing and quality plans.

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Next available course dates in 2008:
Mount Vernon, WA.
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This comprehensive introductory programme aims to provide: A thorough introduction to the main principles and practices of cider production; Training in the key practical production and laboratory skills necessary for cider making; A thorough introduction into the techniques and practice of cider sensory analysis; and a wealth of knowledge, insight and technical know-how based on many years of practical experience.

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Next available course dates in 2008:
Geneva, NY.
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Aims: This series of advanced seminars builds on Cider Making – A Foundation and aims to provide:
Knowledge and understanding of cider microbiology & chemistry and key aspects of cider making technology.
A detailed insight into the techniques, practice and application of sensory evaluation for commercial cider production.
An appreciation of opportunities and the challenges involved in the commercial production and marketing of cider.

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Next available course dates in 2008:
NYS Agricultural Experiment Station
Geneva, NY.
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Feedback from recent training courses
     Comments received include:

• “The style and content were very well organised and, in one session, the knowledge gained was awesome”
• “Lectures and workshops were excellent and very easy to follow”
• “Excellent practical sessions - hands on is a must. I am much more comfortable with the processes in making, monitoring and testing”
• “This is the best step I've taken to prepare for commercial production - both in course content and the networking with other cider makers”
• “Fantastic!”