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Frustrated With Language Barriers in Agriculture? I Can Help!

 

​Learning Spanish doesn't have to be difficult!

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These short but thorough Spanish for Agriculture courses will help you improve communication, safety and productivity, while building respect and strong relationships.

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The United States has the 2nd largest Spanish-speaking population in the world and 78% of the agricultural workforce speak Spanish!

 

Let's meet them in the middle!

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Get the Tools You Need for Farm Success! 

 

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Registration Now Open!
Enroll by Jan 22 to get a free bonus!
Last day to enroll: January 31

2025 Winter Session Dates
February 4 - March 27
Access to everything to May 9​

Deadline to Register: Jan 31

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Inside Look!

"I feel I have learned more than any other class, tape, cd, book or any other method I have tried, and this has been going on for almost 50 years. Your teaching approach is infectious, and the computer apps and tests are very helpful. Thank you so much!"
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                                               - Jim M.,                                                    Nutritionist
SmartBoard and Learning Platform Technology to give you the best experience

What's All Included?

See What Students Are Saying!

Students are from all parts of the U.S. and Canada and consist of veterinarians, farmers, industry professionals and representatives,  etc.

Thank you very much for this course, it has been awesome! I have learned so darn much in a short time. With a full time job and a family, this course made it possible for me to learn Spanish! This course really will change the course of my future. It is so awesome to see the excitement and trust in the eyes of the Spanish speakers that I have spoken to so far. Especially the surprise from the ones that I have known for awhile and couldn't speak to, but can now! 

Phillip C.
Swine Industry

This class put together a lot of material and concepts that I couldn't have found easily on my own.

 

Previously, I didn't even know where to begin! I wouldn't be where I am today in my journey without this class!

Derik G.
Swine Consultant

"The beginners Spanish course met all my expectations and then some! Within a couple classes I was able to start putting phrases together and communicate with our employees. I don't know who is more excited; them or me!

I'm very excited to watch our relationships flourish as we bridge the gap between us. I'm looking forward to ditching the translator and being able to speak and understand more on the go!"

Nicole B.
Dairy Farmer

I create and teach from my literal
boots-on-the-ground experiences as a 3rd and 1st generation farmer

Course content is specifically designed to:

Improve communication between English and Spanish speakers on and off farm

Increase workplace safety through better comprehension of instructions and protocols

Improve productivity resulting from clearer communication

Show how fun learning Spanish really is

(I promise it's better than what your high school/college experience was)

Enhance cross-cultural understanding and collaboration

Empower farm workers through language skills, potentially leading to career advancement

Assist in building positive and respectful relationships

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Your instructor

About Katie

  • Former 3rd and 1st generation dairy farmer

  • Worked with Spanish speakers in the dairy industry for 21+ years

  • Degrees in Secondary Education, Spanish and Business Management and Marketing

  • Former Spanish teacher in Middle and High School for 4+ years

  • Previous Adjunct Professor of Agricultural Spanish at SUNY Cobleskill

  • Developed curriculum and instructed  ag specific online courses for 6+ years

  • ESL- English as a Second Language certified

  • Study abroad experience in Panama, Mexico, Cuba, Honduras

  • 2008 Employer of the Year (Dotterer Dairy) from The PA Department of Education Migrant Education Program

" I learned Spanish as my second language while working on my dairy farm! That experience showed me exactly what works best for learning (and what doesn’t). Now I teach Spanish the way I wish someone had taught me. 

No boring textbook/touristy stuff - just real, applicable Spanish you'll actually use. My students learn quickly because we focus on what matters and have a blast doing it!"
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Other Courses Available

Classes are live but recorded so you can learn when convenient for you 

Course Options:

  • Dairy/Ag Beginners

  • Dairy/Ag Intermediate

  • Poultry Beginners

  • Poultry Intermediate

  • Swine Beginners

  • Swine Intermediate

Courses are offered depending on demand. Please specify which course you are interested in taking.

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Which Level Is Right For Me?
Beginners or Intermediate?

You may be ready for the Intermediate Course if you are able to: ​

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🗣 Conjugate regular and irregular verbs

⡿‍ Count from 0 - 1 million

◉ Use the present tense well

🛈 Distinguish the difference between ser and estar

 

Still aren't sure? Email me to receive a sample "exam" or to discuss further: katiedotterer@agvokate.com

How can I make sure I get the most out of the course?

Learning a language is not a passive activity. Continuous and consistent effort is required. You get out of it what you put into it.

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  • Attend the live lessons held twice a week.

  • Each lesson provides a fun, interactive experience led by the instructor.​

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*If attending live class times isn’t possible, be sure to watch the recordings.

Get in touch

Questions? Contact Katie katiedotterer@agvokate.com

2025 Winter Dairy

Session Dates:

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February 4 - March 27

Full Access Until May 9

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Not the sector you're looking for?

All courses cover:

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  • Basics: Alphabet, numbers, colors, etc.

  • General Ag Terms: Gate, bucket, tank, pipe, and more!

Credit

This is a non-credit course but you do get a pretty sweet certificate at the end of the course!

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