Master Market Gardening in 24 Weeks

A Full-Season Learning Experience in Small-Scale Market Garden Farming

Whether you're an aspiring market gardener, homesteader, or urban grower, the Four Farms Market Garden Training Course offers a hands-on, full-season learning experience to help you build confidence and success in small-scale farming. This 24-week online and in-person hybrid program is designed to take you through an entire growing season, equipping you with the skills, tools, and knowledge to start and sustain a productive, profitable, and regenerative market garden, farm or homestead.

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There's never been a better time to start a garden.

Take control of your food. Regenerate your land. Build resilience in your life. Design a lifestyle aligned with your values ~ A garden is a path to food security, sovereignty, self-reliance, and community connections. It’s how you shift from consumption to production. From depending on systems to building your own. Create something that feeds you, grounds you, and grows with you.

Meet Your Farmers

"The ultimate goal of farming is not just the growing of crops but the cultivation and perfection of human beings." - Masunobu Fukuoka

Tyler and Erin

Foragers Farm

Tyler, Erin, and their sapling Cypress comprise a family deeply rooted in their love for forests, market gardening, and self-sufficiency. On their 50-acre pristine land just 10 minutes north of Port Hope and Cobourg, they cultivate over 50 annual vegetables, herbs, flowers, pasture-raised eggs, along with perennials and hay. Their journey began with volunteering on farms across Canada, South America, Asia, and the United States, leading them to establish a volunteer group called We Grow Food, fostering backyard gardens and community support. After years of internships and experimentation on rented land, they transitioned to business ownership, creatively navigating land acquisition challenges through farmlink.net. Initially renting cooperatively at Headwaters Community Farm and Education Centre, they now own the 50 acres outright. Erin's decade of wildcrafting and farm-to-kitchen cooking experience complements Tyler's background as a tradesman, where he utilizes his welding and building skills to design farm infrastructure. As head farmer, Tyler oversees planting schedules and farm management, while Erin manages CSA, farmers markets, and customer relations, drawing on her extensive experience in sustainably-minded restaurants. Together, they embody a commitment to sustainable farming, community engagement, and lifelong learning.
Foragers Farm

Anastasia and John

Acre Farm

J.P. and Anastasia Luciuk are the proud owner-operators of Acre Farm Market Gardens, a 1.3-acre urban agriculture property in Bowmanville, Ontario. What began as a family garden has blossomed into a thriving market garden and urban homestead. Acre Farm offers a 14-week CSA from June to October and hosts a weekly on-farm market until November. Driven by a commitment to holistic living and self-sufficiency, J.P. and Anastasia cultivate and preserve a significant portion of their family's food each year. Anastasia manages day-to-day operations while also caring for their three children. With a culinary background from George Brown and 15 years in the hospitality industry, she transitioned to horticulture with a diploma from Durham College. Her expertise in small-scale food production, preparation, and preservation has inspired a range of value-added products, all featuring ingredients grown on the farm. J.P., owner of a local landscaping company, brings his construction and project management skills to the farm's infrastructure. A graduate of Brock University, he has played a crucial role in designing and implementing farm improvements, including transforming a small house on Acre Farm into an educational community kitchen and farm store. Together, Anastasia and J.P. are dedicated to enriching their community through education and empowerment. They aspire to create a space where individuals can access knowledge and resources, demonstrating that self-reliance is attainable for everyone.
Acre Farm

Michael Longarini

Second Season Farm

Michael Longarini spearheads Second Season Farm, a small-scale regenerative market garden nestled in Newcastle, Ontario. With his young family by his side, Michael is dedicated to fostering a vibrant local business rooted in community collaboration. At Second Season Farm, the focus is on perennial-based agriculture, blending scale-appropriate technology with annual market garden production systems to optimize efficiency. Throughout the summer and fall, Second Season Farm yields a diverse array of annual vegetables, including multiple varieties of garlic, specialty onions, and premium lettuces, complemented by select perennial crops. Michael's strategic investments in infrastructure, tools, and equipment, such as a BCS tractor, a three-season greenhouse nursery, paper pot transplanter, and jang seeders, underscore his commitment to efficient operations while balancing the demands of family life. With a steadfast dedication to organic and regenerative practices, Second Season Farm integrates perennial agriculture, utilizing woodlot and orchard crops to enhance annual market garden production and prioritize ecological health. Michael's leadership extends beyond the farm, as he spearheads initiatives like a local REKO sales and marketing network and actively participates in local farmers markets, championing the local food and farming community. For Michael and the team at Second Season Farm, their mission transcends mere vegetable cultivation—it's about fostering community and family connections while nurturing a resilient local food and farming culture for all.
Second Season Farm

Ryan Cullen

City of Greens Farm

Ryan is a horticulture, food, and farming professional—an educator, market gardener, and agripreneur. His journey began in Thailand, studying Permaculture and Forest Gardening before pursuing an education in Horticulture Food and Farming. He has trained with industry leaders in regenerative market garden farming while building a career in agricultural education. Since managing the W. Galen Weston Centre for Food and Urban Farm at Durham College, Ryan has worked extensively with local agriculture and food organizations to promote regenerative farming, local food systems, and agri-food education. He now leads City of Greens, a 10-acre regenerative homestead and market garden in Bowmanville, Ontario. He is also the founder of the Horticulture Food and Farming Company where he is dedicated to advancing small-scale regenerative farming, fostering agro-ecological entrepreneurship, and strengthening local food systems.
City of Greens

What We Offer

From Four Farms Market Garden Training

  • Digital Resource Base

    Our comprehensive Digital Resource Base provides instant access to our farmer curated PDFs, video tutorials, planning spreadsheets, and farm management tools—everything you need to plan, troubleshoot, and refine your growing operation. These resources are designed to help guide your operation from startup to market, streamline your workflow, avoid costly mistakes, and build confidence as you navigate the season. This ever-growing library ensures that no matter where you are in your farming journey, you have the knowledge and resources to make informed, successful decisions.

  • From the Field Updates

    Each week, our "From the Field" videos bring the course material to life, giving you real-time insights, lessons, and updates from our farmers as the season unfolds. These exclusive digital resources provide practical demonstrations, troubleshooting tips, and valuable context, helping you connect what you’re learning to what’s actually happening on our farms. Seeing real farmers in action ensures you can apply the knowledge with confidence and adapt to the challenges and rhythms of the growing season.

  • On Farm Workshops

    Our six in-person, on-farm workshops provide immersive, hands-on training at one of our four farms, giving you direct access to expert mentorship, farm tours, and real-world market garden experience. Held one weekend per month, these stand-alone workshops focus on key skills, ensuring you gain practical, actionable knowledge that you can immediately apply to your own growing operation. Each session is designed to help you build confidence, refine techniques, and expand your farming toolbox with essential skills from the field through the season.

  • Community Connections

    Growing is better when you're part of a thriving community. Our online community portal and discussion boards allow you to connect with fellow students, share progress, and exchange ideas throughout the season. Engage with like-minded growers, get feedback on your challenges, and celebrate your wins together. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, advice, or motivation, this supportive network keeps you learning, growing, and connected.

  • Mentorship

    Get support and advice through our Q&A sessions and mentorship calls. These interactive sessions give you direct access to our seasoned farmers and allowing you to ask specific questions, troubleshoot challenges, and get tailored guidance for your farm or garden. Whether you're refining your crop plan, dealing with pests, or scaling your operation, these mentorship opportunities ensure you’re never navigating the season alone.

Who Is This Program For?

  • Gardeners and Growers

    Ready to scale up? Take your gardening prowess to new heights with advanced tools, techniques and strategies. Learn how develop succession plans, get more yield per square foot and turn your gardens into productive self sufficient operations.

  • Aspiring Farmers

    Looking for valuable experience? Get the practical skills and know-how to jump-start your journey or scale up your project. Stack your market garden skills and test-drive the tools, equipment and operations.

  • Homesteaders

    Thinking of transforming your land into a productive self sufficient landscape? Turn your food security and food sovereignty vision into reality. Gain valuable insights into how our four farmers kickstarted their operations, developed their landscapes into productive operations.

On-Farm Workshops

Our on-farm workshops are immersive, hands-on training experiences designed to teach you the essential skills of small-scale, regenerative market gardening. Hosted at on of our four farms, each workshop focuses on a key aspect of the growing season—from farm planning fundamentals to planting to harvest, sales, and value-added products. Whether you attend one or all six, you’ll gain real-world experience, expert mentorship, and the confidence to apply what you learn in your own growing space.

  • Single Workshop

    $250

    This path is perfect for those looking to dip their toes into market gardening or sharpen a specific skill. Each workshop delivers a targeted, immersive experience, offering hands-on learning directly from working farmers. Even one weekend on the farm can provide lasting insight, boost confidence, and inspire your next steps. It's a low-commitment, high-impact way to gain real-world knowledge, build community, and feel the rhythm of the growing season.

  • Workshop Bundle

    $1,200

    By attending all six workshops, you gain a progressive, seasonal learning arc—moving from planning and planting to harvest, sales, and value-added production. This path is ideal for those who learn best through doing. It offers consistency, depth, and mentorship through in-person engagement. Students finish the season with a strong foundation of practical skills, experience across multiple farms, and the confidence to design and manage their own growing systems.

Digital Resource Base

  • Learn at Your Own Pace, Grow from Anywhere

    $750

    Designed for remote learners, homesteaders, and part-time growers who want access to farmer-tested systems and knowledge. Access our full Digital Resource Base: a comprehensive library of farmer-curated PDFs, planning spreadsheets, tutorials, and tools. Follow along with weekly From the Field Updates: real-time videos that show what's happening on our farms. Participate in monthly Mentorship Q&A Sessions for personalized advice. Connect with peers through our interactive Community Connections platform.

Full Season Grower

  • The Complete Training Experience

    $1800

    This is the all-access pass for people ready to fully commit to the growing season. Learn online. Train in person. Build your network. Grow your garden. Develop your homestead. Launch your market garden farm. Attend all six On-Farm Workshops for hands-on training and direct mentorship with our farmers. Access the full Digital Resource Base with downloadable tools, templates, spreadsheets, and farm management guides. Follow weekly From the Field Updates: real-time video insights from inside our farm operations. Join our interactive Community Connections portal and discussion boards. Receive personalized guidance in monthly Mentorship Q&A Sessions with experienced farmers.

Grow With Us – Choose Your Path

Ready to commit to the full season? Join the Full Season Grower program—our complete course that includes all six in-person workshops, full access to the Digital Resource Base, mentorship, and a supportive community of growers. This is the most immersive way to build your skills, your confidence, and your growing system from the ground up. Can’t join us in person? Start with the Digital Resource Base and grow from anywhere. You'll get step-by-step lessons, weekly farm updates, downloadable tools, and ongoing community support—all designed to help you grow with clarity and confidence.

Learn On The Farm

Explore our on-farm workshops as individual sessions or bundle them all for a full-season, hands-on training experience. If you're focused purely on in-person learning, you can skip the Digital Resource Base—or add it later when you're ready for more structured support and guidance.

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