In this new revised and expanded edition, it is with the same generosity that he once again shares his know-how in order to help people who dream of launching into organic farming and market gardeners who wish to improve their practices cultural. Yes, it is possible to grow organic vegetables intensively on land of less than one hectare, to feed several hundred people in short supply chains and to make your micro-farm profitable!
Now considered a reference in organic farming, this practical guide provides cultural notes on more than 25 vegetables and teaches you, step by step, how to:
- choose the location of a site inspired by permaculture
- minimize investments when starting your business
- use alternative machinery to the tractor
- grow in permanent beds with a minimal tillage approach
- organically fertilize your crops
- effectively fight against diseases and harmful insects
- weed with the best tools
- extend the season by “forcing” your crops
- develop a crop calendar
- do good financial planning
Sold for more than
50 000 copies and translated into several languages,
The market gardener is a must for all those who want to practice ecological, local and truly nourishing agriculture. The time has come to turn our backs on industrial, oil-dependent agriculture, which is so damaging to our health and our environment. The agricultural revolution is underway and this is the perfect book to participate in it.
“One of the things that encourages me most is seeing the number of enthusiastic, educated, politically minded young people who have a deep desire to learn the art of producing food sustainably. In the near future, this community will form a powerful critical mass and, when that day comes, we will no longer be able to be ignored. »
—Jean-Martin Fortier
216 pages
