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Learn Organic Farming & Become a Successful Market Gardener

Become a Successful Market Gardener with Organic Farming

Start your journey to organic regenerative agriculture and learn JM Fortier’s market gardening proven techniques

At the Market Gardener Institute, we believe that anyone can start a profitable microfarm and make a decent living doing it.

And we will show you how.

Hello, I’m JM Fortier

I’m the founder, teacher and mentor of the Market Gardener Institute. I’m also an organic farmer, an entrepreneur, a husband, a dedicated father, a friend, a traveller and a lover of great food! I’m proud to be considered a trailblazer in the field of human-scale organic regenerative agriculture. I’ve dedicated my life to spreading the inspiring and empowering message of sustainable agriculture. 

I’m so happy you’re here, wherever you are in your journey. This site is full of resources and ideas that can help you change your farming game.

Best Seller Book

The Market Gardener

Now translated into 7 languages and the recipient of awards and rave reviews, The Market Gardener: A Successful Grower’s Handbook for Small-Scale Organic Farming is a must-read for all those interested in small-scale organic agriculture.

Learn Organic Farming With Us

Based on more than 20 years of JM Fortier’s experience and trials and errors, our farming courses are crafted to support you in your journey, whether you are just starting or wanting to step up your game. You will learn the fundamentals of market gardening and have access to a proven playbooks to bring your efficiency and profitability to the next level. Believe us, knowledge is power.

Learn Organic Farming With Us

Based on more than 20 years of JM Fortier’s experience and trials and errors, our farming courses are crafted to support you in your journey, whether you are just starting or wanting to step up your game. You will learn the fundamentals of market gardening and have access to a proven playbook to bring your efficiency and profitability to the next level.

Believe us, knowledge is power.

The most comprehensive course on small-scale organic farming. The goal is to take your market gardening skills to the next level
New!
Crop planning for sustainable success
Canopy is a groundbreaking leadership program in organic agriculture led by JM Fortier and a seasoned team of experts.
A comprehensive overview of the foundation of the ecological market garden model
Learn how to grow a wide variety of flowers
Maximize your production with fast growing veggies
Grow and harvest fresh veggies all year round
Get the hang of greenhouses from their selection to crop itineraries.

REAL RESULTS FROM REAL FARMERS

Loved by growers all over the world

Loved by
Aaron Mazurek / Terra Nostra
Luke Sheldrick / Terramor
Growers
All over
Violet Reed / MEVO
Eric J. Fuchs-Stengel / MEVO
Gabriel Bruffy-Holmes / FarmResort
The world
It could be you!

Get Your Daily Dose of Knowledge

Our Farming and Market Gardening Blog

Reliable tools, techniques and advices to help you take the next step in your agrarian adventures.

Whether you’re just beginning your farming journey or are already a seasoned grower, we offer a wealth of resources to help you succeed and thrive.

YouTube Channel

Tune in for a new episode of one of our 4 shows every Wednesday.

JM Fortier is sharing his thoughts of the organic regenerative agriculture

JM fortier making reviews on new and existing tools 
Dynamic and easy to digest content on specific aspect of market gardening 

Portrait and stories of growers of our community

Podcast

Tune in for our first season of The Market Gardener Podcast!

Join hosts JM Fortier and Chris Moran as they engage with influential members of the global small-scale farming and organic regenerative agriculture community.

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