We are offering some great short training courses in 2025. Check out these listings and click on the links for full info and to book tickets.
Oyster Mushroom Cultivation - Thurs 5 June
Have a look at a professional oyster mushroom growing system and learn how to grow your own with Down to Earth Mushrooms. |
Compost, compost teas and plant feeds - Tue 10 June
This is a practical course on making high quality compost, compost teas and plant feeds. Beginning with some theory around soil and the needs of plants we will be out in the field making compost, teas and feeds. |
Irrigation for Small Farms and Market Gardens - Wed 23 July
A stand-along course on the fundamental principles and practices to get you going in commercial No-Dig growing. |
No-Dig Techniques, Tools and Principles -Sat 30 August
A deeper dive into no-dig in the market garden. Based on up-to-date theory and practices, we will look at applying no-dig principles from seed to harvest. |
Harvesting, storing and preserving vegetable crops Tue 9 Sept
A practical, hands-on course detailing what to do with your produce. With knowledge from experienced market gardeners at Taybank Growers Cooperative, we will look how to harvest, store and preserve a range of vegetables. |
Agroforestry and Trees on Small Farms - Wed 17th Sept
We will consider the theory and practice of agroforestry systems on small farms and market gardens. |
No Dig Gardening -Theory, Planning and Prep - Sat 18 Oct
Get ready for the 2026 growing season with this short course looking at planning and preparing the no-dig garden, including theory, practical skills and tips from an experienced grower. |