Introduction to Organic Farming Workshops
Working towards a sustainable food system for the San Diego region, we can educate ourselves, create, and deepen the intimate and healthful connections with our food sources.
San Diego Roots is proud to organize workshops and seminars with local farms and gardens geared towards education, outreach, and empowerment. Please see below for a list of previous and upcoming classes and further ways to get involved!
Scroll to the bottom of the page to apply for our Organic Farming Classes.
Previous Classes
The Introduction to Organic Farming Workshop Series was an 8-class series held over the course of 4 months from April through July at La Milpa Organica in Escondido. Through focused and flexible workshops, we covered the entirety of the basics of organic farming -- from composting to pest control to harvesting -- showing the full season’s cycle for both novice and experienced gardener-farmers. Our participants deepened their understanding of food production and completed the series empowered to teach others!
Click here for a first-hand account of one workshop attendee.
Upcoming Classes
Summer Specialty Series
Focusing on special skills and topics relating to food production & consumption, we organize workshops for the local community.
Fermentation #1 - August 8 @ La Milpa Organica
Animal Husbandry - Date TBA
Tool sharpening, maintenance, and proper ergonomics - Date TBA
More with the Summer Specialty Series to be announced soon!
Introduction to Organic Agriculture Workshop Series - Fall
In the fall of 2009, we will again feature the introductory series to the San Diego community. Building upon the experiences of the Spring series, we will hold 6 focused workshops covering the basics of organic agriculture. We are currently accepting waitlist applications.
Looking for Experts!
Are you a local, organic farmer looking to contribute to education & outreach initiatives? Do you consider yourself an expert in a related field and are looking for a space to teach classes? Please contact to get involved!
Farming Workshop Application
If you'd like to get on the waiting list for future farming classes, please fill in the information below and we'll let you know before the next class is posted on the site.
All information is required.
