Educational Programs
Intro to Farming
This six-week intro to farming class will give you a sense of what it takes to be a farmer and grow your own food. You will have the opportunity to get your hands dirty, grow your own food, and learn about different ways you can become a better steward of the Earth. The class will take you through the life cycle of a plant, from seed starting to harvest fresh produce. We will take an in-depth look at plant health, nutrients, companion planting, beneficial insects, composting and the many benefits of eating local and growing your own food.
Class details:
Class size will be limited to 4 - 6 students to ensure safe, social distancing procedures.
All of our lessons will be held outside and all tools and materials will belong to each individual student and won’t be shared.
Students are required to wear masks and will work no less than six feet apart from each other at their own work stations with their own supplies.
Please review the attached sheets on all of the health and safety measures we will be following, in compliance with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
Farming Skills Classes
We offer a variety of classes that will walk you through the ins and outs of basic farming skills. These can be taken as a one-off class or can be paired together for a series of classes.
Farm skills
Sprouting seeds
Container gardening
Sprouting herbs from a cutting
Trellising
Starting seeds
Hydroponic/Aquaponic growing
Companion Planting
Three Sisters
Beneficial Insects
Composting
Worm Bins/Vermicomposting
Life Cycle of a plant--seeding, maintenance, harvesting
Permaculture--Earth Care, People Care, Fair Share
Drip Irrigation basics
Solar Ovens
Culinary Workshops
Culinary classes & workshops include:
Pickling/Canning
Jams/Sauces
MIxology
Baking
Soaps/Lotions/Salves/Essential Oils
Tower Farming
Grow fresh, healthy food almost anywhere (really)!
Consulting
Beverly Hills Community Farm is available to help you set up and design your home vegetable garden. We can provide guidance and expertise on utilizing your outdoor space to grow your own food. If you are living in a place without access to outdoor space or usable outdoor growing conditions, we can help with the purchase of a tower farm to fulfill your growing goals.