Are you looking for the perfect gift to give to someone you know who is passionate about local agriculture initiatives and supports local food systems? The Market Gardener Institute team has put together some suggestions to make that person happy this holiday season!
The Winter Market Gardener Book
Growing vegetables in winter in a northern climate is not just possible—it’s inspiring!
Building on years of research, experimentation, and collaboration, The Winter Market Gardener is a beautifully illustrated practical guide to winter vegetable production for small farmers growing in northern climates. More than just an instruction manual, The Winter Market Gardener is also a resolutely committed work, proposing a new model of food sovereignty based on ecological and local agriculture. A beautiful book to give as a gift for those who dream of the world of possibilities!
Growers & Co Body care Products
Taking care of yourself can take many forms. What could be better than products created with care by organic farmers? Quebec-based company Growers & Co. offers a fantastic lip balm to soothe chapped lips. Both products were developed in partnership with Fresh Pickin Organic Farm in Maine, whose story you can read here. Check out the full range of products here: https://growers.co/fr/collections/body-care
Plant illustrations
We simply adore the beautiful (and educational!) illustrations of seasonal produce. Ideal for a kitchen or any other room of the house, these drawings add a lot of beauty to daily life while allowing you to learn more about the benefits of. https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/MathildeCinqMars?section_id=23482305
Subscribe to an organic basket (CSA)
There is no better way to support local agriculture than by subscribing to weekly vegetable baskets from a small organic farm. Why not ask someone you know to join the movement by paying a portion of the costs? Not only will you be helping a small farm succeed, but you’ll also be introducing someone new to the good, fresh produce of a farm. The regroupement des fermiers de famille au Québec can help you discover producers in the region of your choice. This is an original gift idea that will go a long way! https://www.fermierdefamille.com/fr/
Upcycled Fabric Produce Bags
This Canadian company makes really pretty eco-bags with upcycled cotton from repurposed materials that are thrifted or donated. All of the bags are machine washer and dryer friendly, but they recommend going green and letting them air dry after a wash. Partial proceeds from all bag sales are donated to a Sustainable Nutrition Program to ensure that everyone has access to fresh and local produce. Bonus: All of their products are labelled, packaged and shipped using recyclable, sustainable or compostable packaging. https://themarketbags.ca/
Introduction to Market Gardening
This self-paced online course is designed as a starting point for anyone who wants to become familiarized with the world of market gardening and small-scale ecological agriculture. Led by Jean-Martin Fortier, from site-choice to selling your produce, this 12-lesson course guides participants through the main principles of market gardening to set you up for success. By offering a complete overview of everything you need to know about market gardening. This course will offer helpful tips and practical tools for someone to better understand whether a new path in small-scale farming is right for them. Learn more here. https://themarketgardener.com/product/introduction-to-market-gardening/
