2 DAY ON-SITE Regenerative Vegetable Growing Course

1-2 MAY 2026

Who is this course for?

This course is perfect for those who want to learn how to grow their own organic, regeneratively grown food. We offer a hands-on, immersive experience at our regenerative farm in Central Portugal. Throughout the course, you’ll explore the essentials of soil health, composting, seeding, planting and natural pest control, with practical, real-world examples from our farm. Whether you’re a complete novice or just getting started, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to cultivate your own thriving garden. 

What is included?

Price: €325 per participant, which includes 2 full course days, writing materials, all handouts, lifetime access to our e-course “setting yourself up for successful vegetable growing” and organic meals with drinks.

2-DAY FULL COURSE PROGRAM

Day 1: Understanding Regenerative Agriculture

Morning Session (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM):

  • Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture: Principles and benefits
  • Soil Health Workshop: Understanding soil types, testing soil, and improving soil fertility
  • Composting 101: Creating and managing compost for nutrient-rich soil

Lunch Break (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM):

  • Organic, farm-to-table lunch sourced from the farm.

Afternoon Session (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM):

  • Crop Planning: Planning for year-round harvest and maintaining soil health
  • Hands-on Activity: Create your own goals and limitations worksheet for your (future) garden

Wrap-Up (4:00 PM – 4:30 PM):

  • Q&A session and review of Day 1 learnings.

Day 2: Practical Skills and Advanced Techniques

Morning Session (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM):

  • Pest and Disease Management: Natural methods to protect your plants (1 hour)
  • Water Conservation Techniques: Effective irrigation and rainwater harvesting (1 hour)
  • Hands-on Activity: Building a No-dig garden bed from scratch. (1 hour)

Lunch Break (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM):

  • Organic, farm-to-table meal.

Afternoon Session (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM):

  • Advanced Plant Care: Seed choice and seedling care (1.5 hour)
  • Harvesting Techniques: When and how to harvest for maximum yield (1.5 hour)
  • Hands-on Activity: Time saving techniques and tools in the garden (1 hour)

Wrap-Up and Certification (5:00 PM – 5:30 PM):

  • Q&A, feedback session, and distribution of certificates of completion.

2-Day On-Site Regenerative Vegetable Growing Course

2-Day On-Site Regenerative Vegetable Growing Course

325,00 €

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We’re thrilled to be hosting our 2-Day On-Site Regenerative Vegetable Growing Courses!

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot early!

This course is perfect for beginners and aspiring gardeners looking to dive into sustainable growing practices. Over two immersive days on our farm, you’ll explore the essentials of soil health, composting, and natural pest control. Enjoy hands-on, practical demonstrations and gain valuable skills to start your own veggie garden with confidence.

Course Fee: €325 per participant, including all materials, access to our e-course “setting yourself up for successful vegetable growing” and organic meals with drinks

Don’t miss this chance to learn from the best and transform your gardening skills and enrol now!

2-DAY COURSE PROGRAM

Day 1: Understanding Regenerative Agriculture

Morning Session (9:30 AM – 12:00 PM):

  • Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture: Principles and benefits
  • Soil Health Workshop: Understanding soil types, testing soil, and improving soil fertility

Lunch Break (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM):

  • Organic, farm-to-table lunch sourced from the farm.

Afternoon Session (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM):

  • Composting 101: Creating and managing compost for nutrient-rich soil
  • Hands on: Build or turn compost pile

Wrap-Up (4:00 PM – 4:30 PM):

  • Q&A session and review of Day 1 learnings.

Day 2: Practical Skills and Advanced Techniques

Morning Session (9:30 AM – 12:00 PM):

  • Crop planning for all year around crops
  • Effective irrigation techniques
  • Hands-on Activity: Building a No-dig garden bed from scratch. (1 hour)

Lunch Break (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM):

  • Organic, farm-to-table meal.

Afternoon Session (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM):

  • Advanced Plant Care: Seed choice and seedling care (1.5 hour)
  • Hands-on Activity: Time saving techniques and tools in the garden (1 hour)

Wrap-Up and Certification (5:00 PM – 5:30 PM):

  • Q&A, feedback session, and distribution of certificates of completion.
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Hear from our students

Our students' success is our success—just read what they have to say!

“Amazing course! It was so much fun! It came exactly at the right time as well. If veggie-gardening is your thing you should definitely come here! And don't forget, they are the farming chefs, so the lunches are Amazing!״
Peter Maarleveld
Peter Maarleveld
"The course in 3 words would be 'Practical, Fun, Informative!' We have our own Quinta, and we have already tried for 1 year and we ran into some problems (and also successes!). We had a lot of questions and they were all answered here. Now we understand what caused those problems and how we can do better! Definitely come and do this course"
Pauline Gerdhing
Pauline Gerdhing
" It was really great seeing Sophie and Filipe's farm! Being new to Portugal, it was great getting away with so much good information. The course was Informative and entertaining and two added bonuses were definitely the great food and going home with all the free plants and plant cuttings from the herb garden."
Jessica Dunlop
Jessica Dunlop
“For anyone who wants a high-speed crash course in farming and an expert in the field to answer their questions, I would definitely recommend it! It was high-speed, reciprocal (there was a lot of interaction), questions were very well incorporated into the course, and the atmosphere was very informal and relaxed.”
Jeroen Nederlof
Jeroen Nederlof

Where is the farm?

Time & Venue:

Starts at 09:30 until 17:00

The Farming Chef’s Farm
Rua Areal (gps coordinates)
Aldeia de Joao Pires,
Portugal

What happens next?

Once you have booked, you will receive an email confirmation – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us.

Before your course date you will also receive another email giving directions and any joining instructions.

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