Practical Production Training

Focused lessons and demonstrations covering real farm production techniques growers can apply immediately.

Workflow & Efficiency Skills

Learn systems that improve daily farm operations, reduce bottlenecks, and support consistent harvest routines.

Season-Long Skill Developmen

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Develop the Skills Behind Productive Market Gardening

Market Gardening Farm School is a practical training program focused on developing the core skills needed to operate a productive small-scale farm. Through lessons, demonstrations, and real-world walkthroughs, students gain hands-on instruction in crop production, planning, workflow management, and daily farm operations. Designed as an evolving learning library, the program helps growers strengthen skills, solve production challenges, and improve consistency across the farming season through practical, field-ready instruction.

Farmer Keith

I’m Farmer Keith with Arkenberg Farms, a working market garden where I’ve developed and refined practical production and workflow systems through years of real farm experience. Early challenges with crop planning, efficiency, and operational consistency shaped my approach to building structured methods that improve daily farm performance. I’m excited to share these lessons to help growers accelerate learning, strengthen production skills, and develop confidence in their farming systems. My goal is to provide practical education that supports growers at every stage of their market gardening journey.

Curriculum

7 Chapters · 46 Lessons

  1. 1

    Seed Ordering for Production Efficiency

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Orientation & How to Use This Program

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Planning Your First Seed Order for Production

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Strategic Seed Ordering for Organic Market Gardens

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Proper Seed Storage for Viability & Longevity

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      Selecting High-Performance Seed Varieties

    6. (Included in full purchase)

      Pelleted vs. Raw Seed: When and Why to Use Each

    7. (Included in full purchase)

      Legacy Module PDF with Links to Additional Content

  2. 2

    Designing an Efficient Market Garden Layout

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Evaluating and Selecting Your Farm Site

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Assessing Soil for Market Garden Production

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Farm Layout & Infustructure Design

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Greenhouse Planning: Do You Need One?

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      Legacy Module PDF with Links to Additional Content

  3. 3

    Market Garden Bed Preparation & Setup

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Soil Testing & Interpretation

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Do You Need a Tractor? If You Do, Essential Tractor Equipment for Market Gardens

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Building Your First Permanent Bed System

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Market Garden Bed Preparation & Setup

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      Applying Fertility Before Planting

    6. (Included in full purchase)

      Legacy Module PDF with Links to Additional Content

  4. 4

    Planting Systems & Techniques

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Transplant Production & Seed Starting Systems

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Direct Seeding Methods for Market Production

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Precision Seeding with the Jang Seeder

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Using the Earthway Seeder for Direct Seeding

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      Creating Transplant Ready Landscape Fabric

    6. (Included in full purchase)

      Efficient Transplanting for Market Production

    7. (Included in full purchase)

      Legacy Module PDF with Links to Additional Content

  5. 5

    Irrigation Systems for Market Gardens

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Irrigation Fundamentals for Market Gardens

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Measuring & Calculating Available Water Flow

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Overhead Impact Sprinkler System

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Field-Scale Overhead Irrigation Systems

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      Greenhouse Irrigation Systems & Setup

    6. (Included in full purchase)

      Drip Irrigation Design & Installation

    7. (Included in full purchase)

      Irrigation Automation & Timer Systems

    8. (Included in full purchase)

      Irrigation System Review & Best Practices

    9. (Included in full purchase)

      Legacy Module PDF with Links to Additional Content

  6. 6

    Precision Harvesting Techniques

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Harvest Gear Essentials: Tools for Speed, Quality & Comfort

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Harvest Fundamentals: What, When & How

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Harvesting Greens: Speed, Quality & Shelf Life

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Root Harvest Mastery: Beets, Carrots & Radishes

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      Legacy Module PDF with Links to Additional Content

  7. 7

    Post-Harvest Systems for Market Garden Success

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Designing an Efficient Post-Harvest Facility

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Refrigeration: Protecting Shelf Life & Profit

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Food Safety & Lot Numbering Systems

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Essential Post-Harvest Equipment

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      Washing & Packing Greens for Market

    6. (Included in full purchase)

      Washing & Preparing Root Crops

    7. (Included in full purchase)

      Legacy Module PDF with Links to Additional Content

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Transitioning from a hobby grower to a real farm business is a massive leap, and I wanted to make sure I wasn't missing any critical steps. Farmer Keith’s Growers Blueprint Market Gardening Farm School provided the perfect roadmap. It’s incredibly affordable, but don't let the price fool you, the value is immense. ​The standout for me has to be the supply list. While others avoid explaining their specific tools and timing, Keith lays it all out. Having that list of what to use and when to use it is a game-changer for someone trying to scale up to a profitable level. Highly recommended for anyone read
Josh & Megan H.

Horner Farmstead

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Ashley T.

Working mom

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Skill development is one of the most valuable investments a grower can make. Through practical instruction and real-world demonstrations, Market Gardening Farm School helps growers improve efficiency, solve production challenges, and develop more consistent harvest routines. Join today and begin strengthening the skills that support productive farm operations.

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