Take our 9-week Crop Production Course to gain the practical skills and confidence you need to grow healthy food, care for the soil, and run a successful small farm or garden!  

Gain the foundational skills to grow vegetables and fruits sustainably, manage your land, and prepare your crops for market. Whether you are planning to grow food for your household or launch a farm business, this course will set you up for success! Reada sample syllabus here. 

Topics include: 

• Growing a wide range of vegetables and fruit 
• Building and maintaining healthy, fertile soil. 
• Developing a realistic, seasonal crop plan. 
• Managing seedlings and greenhouse systems. 
• Evaluating essential farm equipment. 
• Setting up irrigation systems. 
• Using cover crops and natural methods to control weeds. 
• Identifying and managing pests and diseases. 
• Washing, storing, and preparing crops with food safety in mind. 
• Navigating programs, services, and resources for new farmers. 

You will also receive: 

• One-on-one technical assistance from New Entry staff. 
• Access to videos, readings, and tools to support your learning. 
• A network of fellow learners and growers 

Money Back Guarantee 

We're confident that you'll love this course, but if for whatever reason you're not completely satisfied, you can get a full refund before the second class. 

Questions? 

Contact course instructor, Ben Zoba at benjamin.zoba@tufts.edu.