{"product_id":"book-microfarms-rdg-0049","title":"Microfarms","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Market Gardener \u003c\/em\u003e– key principles for biointensive market gardening and powerful stories of successful growers who are farming profitably on a human-scale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMicrofarms \u003c\/em\u003eis a guide to setting up and running profitable small-scale vegetable farms using organic, low-tech, and highly intensive production methods grounded in ecological principles.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis full-color, richly illustrated resource brings to life the core principles of Jean-Martin Fortier's time-tested approach and includes eight detailed case studies showcasing a diverse range of market gardeners who have started successful farms using Jean-Martin's biointensive techniques. Key features of the book include:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA distillation of Jean-Martin's methods, rooted in agroecology, permaculture, and humanscale business principles\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAn exploration of the four essential pillars: proper crop planning, low-tech\/low-investment farm tools, organic fertility management, and sound business practices\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies for enhancing farm profitability through direct marketing channels including farm stands, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) boxes, and farmers markets\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eProven techniques to boost crop yields while preserving biodiversity and improving the livelihoods of those working on the farm\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eEngaging stories of successful new market gardeners, detailing their varied journeys, from initial setup and land procurement to crop planning, team coordination, and sales and revenue.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMicrofarms \u003c\/em\u003echampions local agriculture on a human-scale, advocating for a food system that honors the environment, nurtures communities, and supports farmers. This book is an essential read for new and aspiring small-scale farmers, market gardeners, homesteaders, proponents of local food systems, and food lovers everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jean-Martin Fortier (CA)","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback Trade paperback (US)","offer_id":42226443845719,"sku":"9781774060049","price":39.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/3153\/1863\/files\/BNCImageAPI_c4ccbc43-33ba-49f7-ac79-5155c001683a.jpg?v=1765270788","url":"https:\/\/www.lighthousegiftshop.ca\/products\/book-microfarms-rdg-0049","provider":"Lighthouse Gift Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}