The Market Gardener
The Market Gardener by New Society Publishers is a practical guide for small-scale organic farming, ideal for aspiring farmers interested in profitable, sustainable agriculture on minimal land. Jean-Martin Fortier shares methods from his successful 1.5-acre farm, covering micro-farm setup, biologically intensive cropping, effective hand tools, and strategies for maximizing crop yields and market success.
About the Author(s)
Jean-Martin Fortier, an advocate for human-scale agriculture, has led a successful 2-acre microfarm for over 20 years, feeding hundreds of families. Known globally for his biointensive farming methods, Fortier also founded the Market Gardener Institute and Growers & Co. to further support small-scale growers. He lives and farms in Quebec, Canada.
Book Specifications
- ISBN:Â 9780865717657
- Page Count:Â 224
- Dimensions: 8.5 × 8.5 × 0.448 in
- Publication Date:Â March 01, 2014
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Illustrated by Mari Bilodeau