Support Programs for the Masterclass Certificate
Support Programs for the Masterclass Certificate
At the Market Gardener Institute, we are committed to supporting everyone in their efforts to produce healthy, sustainable food for their communities. Through our support programs, we aim to make knowledge more accessible and empower those dedicated to promoting organic agriculture.
Take advantage of our support programs to register for the Masterclass Certificate at a preferential rate!
The Masterclass Certificate
The most comprehensive course on small-scale organic farming.
The Masterclass is the ultimate roadmap to success for growers looking to optimize their work, increase their income, and improve their quality of life.
Through this comprehensive online farming course, you will get the knowledge and techniques to expertly manage and operate a thriving microfarm.
Support programs available
Academic Program
Our Academic Program is dedicated to nurturing the future generation of farmers by equipping them with the essential tools and technical know-how necessary to confidently embark on their market gardening careers.
Eligible students are invited to take advantage of an exclusive 20% discount on the Masterclass Certificate.
The program is for you if:
- You’re currently (or in the past 6 months) pursuing a degree or certification at a recognized college or university in agriculture or a related field.
- You’re interested in small-scale organic farming and are thinking of making it your career, but would like to gain a practical understanding of what it involves.
- You would like to acquire technical knowledge that complements your theoretical training.
Please fill out the form to confirm your eligibility for the program. You will be required to provide two pieces of verification of your active student status.
NPO Program
Our Non-Profit Organization (NPO) Program is devoted to empowering non-profit organizations focused on sustainable agriculture, providing them with the vital tools and expertise needed to effectively support their initiatives in market gardening.
We are pleased to offer non-profit organizations an exclusive 30% discount on the Masterclass Certificate.
This program is for you if:
- Your non-profit organization is actively engaged in promoting sustainable agriculture, small-scale organic farming, or similar fields.
- You’re looking to deepen your team’s practical understanding of market gardening
- You seek to supplement your team’s theoretical knowledge with technical skills that are essential for successful, sustainable farming operations.
Please fill out the form to confirm your eligibility for the program. You will be required to provide your letter patent confirming your non-profit status and engagement in agricultural initiatives.
NPO Program
Our Non-Profit Organization (NPO) Program is devoted to empowering non-profit organizations focused on sustainable agriculture, providing them with the vital tools and expertise needed to effectively support their initiatives in market gardening.
We are pleased to offer non-profit organizations an exclusive 30% discount on the Masterclass Certificate.
This program is for you if:
- Your non-profit organization is actively engaged in promoting sustainable agriculture, small-scale organic farming, or similar fields.
- You’re looking to deepen your team’s practical understanding of market gardening
- You seek to supplement your team’s theoretical knowledge with technical skills that are essential for successful, sustainable farming operations.
Please fill out the form to confirm your eligibility for the program. You will be required to provide your letter patent confirming your non-profit status and engagement in agricultural initiatives.
Scholarship Program
Each year, our program has the privilege of supporting several growers worldwide. Selected by our partners, recipients receive a free tuition to the Masterclass Certificate (worth $2250 USD). Our self-paced, online program designed for growers to take their farming knowledge to the next level.
Meet JM Fortier
With over 20 years of experience, Jean-Martin (JM) Fortier has dedicated his career to developing, testing, and perfecting biointensive growing techniques on microfarms such as Les Jardins de la Grelinette, the Ferme des Quatre Temps, and the Old Mill farm. As the author of the best-selling book “The Market Gardener”, which has sold over 200,000 copies, JM has become a renowned expert in small-scale, bio-intensive vegetable production.
JM’s mission is to promote the critical importance of human-scale regenerative agriculture in creating sustainable and resilient food systems. He achieves this goal by sharing his knowledge and expertise with thousands of farmers through the Market Gardener Institute. JM’s multifaceted roles range from CEO to technical specialist, mentor, and positive leader. Oh and we affectionately call him JM.
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