The California Farm Academy opens pathways to help you reach your farming aspirations. Whether you're a seasoned grower aiming to deepen your expertise and expand your operation or stepping into agriculture for the first time, we have courses tailored to your journey.
For those new to the field and interested in launching an agricultural business, we recommend starting with Farm Start to lay a strong foundation. Then, you can continue with our full series to cover everything you’ll need to cultivate success. Choose the courses that best support where you are and where you want to go in farming.
To stay informed about 2026 course dates, please complete the form below and indicate which courses interest you.
If you're unsure about what courses would be best for you, please reach out to Beginning Farmer Training Program Manager Jon Kupkowski at jon@landbasedlearning.org or 916-400-9480.