FARM & GARDEN WORKSHOPS SERIES
The EAT! Cultural Center & Farm, in partnership with the City of Norco, welcomes you to the Farm and Garden Workshops Series! This series offers both Classroom & Field-Based learning opportunities across a variety of topics. Visit our Workshops page by clicking on the CHECK OUT WHAT'S GROWIN' ON THIS YEAR! link.
3.20.24 I INTRODUCTION TO SMALL-FARM BUSINESS ENTERPRISES
Join us and explore the various ways a Small-Farm owner can create income streams based on what's happening in the field...and beyond--including:
- Basic Marketing Principles
- Local Food Systems
- Field and Farm Stands
- Community Supported Agriculture
- Farmers Markets
- Value-Added Products
- Restaurant Direct Sales
- Food Hubs and Co-Ops
2024 FARM & GARDEN WORKSHOPS SERIES
Follow the link below to Enroll in the upcoming INTRODUCTION TO SMALL-FARM BUSINESS ENTERPRISES Workshop, and to find out more about this Series
FARM & GARDEN WORKSHOPS SERIES
3.23.24 I COMPOSTING FUNDAMENTALS FOR HOME & GARDEN
EAT! is proud to collaborate with Universal Waste Systems Inc. for this Hands-On Workshop that will present you with an opportunity to develop a fundamental understanding of what's happening when we compost including:
- Soil Science Basics
- Composting methods and practices for Home & Garden
- How-to Begin Composting--Site Selection / Materials Used / Structure
- Compost Management--Time / Temperature / Record Keeping
- Hands-On Creation of a Compost Pile
- and More!
2024 FARM & GARDEN WORKSHOPS SERIES
Follow the link below to Enroll in the upcoming COMPOSTING FUNDAMENTALS Workshop, and to find out more about this Series
OUR TEAM
The EAT! Cultural Center & Farm Team is Patrick Mitchell and Chris Faucher. Creating & Collaborating since 2014, Patrick and Chris work closely with Program Participants, The City of Norco and Community Based Organizations throughout the Inland Empire...and Beyond.
SMALL FARM APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
- The EAT! Small Farm Apprenticeship Program is designed to provide a full-immersion experience, encouraging students to explore cultural diversity, philosophical perspectives, and farming as a means to personal, family, community and financial wellness.
- Although place-based within the City of Norco, our curriculum is derived from generations of practical farming wisdom and emerging practices impacting the present & future of agriculture.
agri-culture!
NORCO RURAL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET THURSDAY NIGHTS FROM 5PM-8PM
The EAT! Center hosts a Rural Farmers & Artisans Market each Thursday night throughout the year. Originally launched as a culminating event for the Business Planning + Branding pieces of our Small Farm Apprenticeship Program, our weekly market has become a Cultural Growth Experience focused on Building Community, Empowering Small Businesses, and
Strengthening the Local Economy.
The family agriculture revival movement aka FARm!
The FARM! Movement is our way of engaging the entire Farm Family in the Culture of Agriculture. We offer seminars and workshops to everyone from the community. Many of those workshops focus on off-ground topics such as canning, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, branding and more. Seasonal events & celebrations support the region’s small farm culture.
FIVE KEYS & eat! ARE GRATEFUL COLLABORATORS WITH
FIVE KEYS SCHOOLS & PROGRAMS
Through the use of social and restorative justice principles, Five Keys provides traditionally underserved communities the opportunity to improve their lives through a focus on the Five Keys: EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT, RECOVERY, FAMILY, COMMUNITY.