Caribbean Agroecology Intensive Program
10-Day Caribbean Agroecology Field Course
An Immersive Field-Based Course in Tropical Agriculture, Agroecology & Resilient Food Systems
Join us for a 10-day intensive exploration of Caribbean agroecology through hands-on learning, farm visits, workshops, lectures, cultural exchange, and direct engagement with local agricultural practitioners.
Based in Soroa, Artemisa, Cuba, this field course explores how farmers and communities build productive and resilient tropical food systems using local resources, traditional knowledge, ecological principles, and the biodiversity of their landscapes.
The course creates an intentional space to learn from Afro-Cuban agricultural knowledge, cultural traditions, and relationships to land, food, and community, recognizing the important contributions of Afro-Cuban communities to Cuba's agricultural and cultural heritage.
Core Question
How do we build productive, resilient tropical food systems using the resources, knowledge, and biodiversity of our own landscapes?
Course Format
10-day immersive field intensive
The course is approximately:
- 30% Theory & Lectures
- 50% Hands-On Practice & Field Experience
- 20% Reflection, Discussion & Cultural Learning
Participants will receive 60+ hours of learning and field experience throughout the program.
What You'll Explore
The course brings together multiple areas of Caribbean agriculture and agroecology, including:
- Tropical Crop Production
- Agroecology & Agroforestry
- Soil & Water Systems
- Composting & Natural Soil Fertility
- Biochar & Soil Carbon Management
- Afro-Cuban Agricultural Practices & Knowledge
- Animal Husbandry & Animal Traction
- Farm Construction & Basic Carpentry
- Farm-to-Table & Value-Added Production
- Integrated Farm Design
- Resilient Food Systems
Learning Experiences
Throughout the intensive, participants will engage in:
- Farm visits
- Hands-on agricultural activities
- Practical workshops
- Lectures and discussions
- Guest presentations from agricultural practitioners and experts
- Cultural exchange and community learning
- Farm-to-table experiences
- Field-based learning and reflection
What's Included
Your $2,300 program fee includes:
- 9 nights of accommodation in a hostel with a local host
- All meals
- All internal transportation, including airport transfers and transportation between farms, field sites, and workshops
- 10 days of educational programming
- Course materials
- Certificate of Completion
What's Not Included
The program fee does not include:
- Round-trip airfare to Cuba
- Cuban entry visa
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Additional activities or purchases outside of the program
Who Is This Course For?
This intensive is designed for people interested in agroecology, tropical agriculture, food sovereignty, environmental sustainability, resilient food systems, and community-based agricultural knowledge.
Participants may include:
- Farmers and agricultural practitioners
- Students and educators
- Researchers
- Environmental and food justice organizers
- Community leaders
- Sustainable development professionals
- Individuals beginning their journey into agroecology
Previous agricultural experience is not required.
Payment & Enrollment
Spaces for the Caribbean Agroecology Intensive are limited. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and applicants will receive a decision within one week of submitting their application.
The final application deadline is September 23, 2026.
Full One- TimePayments of $2,300 or Payment Plans Are Accepted
Payment Plans
$500 — Enrollment Deposit - Due within 7 days of acceptance
$600 — Second Payment- Due October 2, 2026
$600 — Third Payment - Due October 23, 2026
$600 — Final Payment - Due November 6, 2026
A full payment of $2,300 may also be made upon acceptance.
Reserving Your Space
Acceptance into the program does not automatically reserve your place. Your participation is confirmed only once the $500 enrollment deposit has been received.
Because spaces are limited, accepted applicants are encouraged to submit their deposit as soon as possible. If the deposit is not received within 7 days of acceptance, the space may be offered to another applicant.
All participants must have their full program balance paid by November 6, 2026.
Important
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, so we strongly encourage early submission. Applying early and completing your enrollment payment allows us to confirm your place while space is available and helps us plan accommodations, meals, transportation, materials, and programming for the cohort.
Testimonies from our past immersive learning programs:
Tye Compton Undergraduate Student, Howard University -
Tye Compton Undergraduate Student, Howard University -
Tye Compton Undergraduate Student, Howard University -
“Spending my spring break in Cuba was a rewarding soulful experience. I was able to not only learn about the history, culture, and the people of Cuba, but I felt that I was able to keep my hand on the pulse of the Cuban people and the importance of being an Afro-Cuban. The experiences has enriched my knowledge and understanding of the Afro Cuban society”
Sydney Sauls Undergraduate Student, Howard University -
Tye Compton Undergraduate Student, Howard University -
Tye Compton Undergraduate Student, Howard University -
"Regla Soul is everything they promise and more. I remember being introduced to the opportunity in Spanish class being lured in by the prospect of visiting an afro-ecological farm in Havana, cuba. While this was the day I looked forward to the most every item on our itinerary was so complex and interdisciplinary that although my cohort had a diverse set of majors and concentrations we could all take something away from every visit and conversation. Traveling with Regla Soul is a once in a lifetime opportunity to live as closely with Cubans as possible"
Geneva Green Graduate Student, Howard University
Tye Compton Undergraduate Student, Howard University -
Geneva Green Graduate Student, Howard University
“Tourist vacations typically offer surface-level education and photo-worthy sightseeing. However, our tour with Regla Soul provided a depth of experience that I will never forget. We did not simply point and shoot photos from afar. We spoke intimately with people representing the faces of Cuban history and culture. Our conversations allowed us to understand the source of Cuban pride, resilience, and innovation. I always dreamed of visiting Cuba. I'm so glad that I chose to experience the country and people with Regla Soul”