Core Program

Build the skills and knowledge you need to grow a commercial agricultural business.

New Entry helps new and prospective farm business owners launch and succeed in their business. Our core farmer training courses below are offered on a regular basis. 

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Farm Business Planning Course

Intermediate

Farming woman in a greenhouse.

Participants of this course meet online in the evenings for 8 consecutive weeks. Each evening session is filled with information and activities to prepare you to develop your farm business plan and take the next steps to start or expand your farm. Graduates are eligible to apply for our Incubator Farm Program

Incubator Farm Program

Advanced

Man on a farm holding produce

We offer a 3-year, hands-on training program for aspiring farmers looking to start their own small farm businesses. Our Incubator Farm Program is designed to support you every step of the way, providing access to farmland on our farm in Beverly, MA, infrastructure, shared equipment, and expert guidance to help your farm thrive. 

Additional self-paced courses that are virtual and free

Value-Added Enterprise

Intermediate, Advanced

Bottles of hot sauce and colorful, whole peppers

This online and self-paced course is designed for both new and experienced farmers looking to diversify their operations into value-added products.

Mobile Market 101

Beginner

3 people tending to table selling produce

This self-paced, fully virtual, free course covers planning, managing, and marketing a successful Mobile Market. Ready to learn if a Mobile Market is right for you? Get started.

Hydroponics Course

Beginner

hands show off ripening tomatoes on a vine

Hydroponics farming can be especially interesting in the context of urban farming where land is limited. If you are curious about hydroponics and want to gain technical skills, this course is for you!