The Market Gardener Podcast

Conversations on small-scale farming and regenerative agriculture AI summary

JM Fortier Visit website › Science · EN · 59 episodes · latest 2026-09-24

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Welcome to The Market Gardener Podcast! Join hosts JM Fortier and Chris Moran as they engage with influential members of the global small-scale farming and organic regenerative agriculture community. Our podcast is your gateway to insightful conversations about farming, food, small businesses, and thought leadership in the world of sustainable agriculture. We're here to shine a positive light on the practices and principles that drive small-scale farming, agroecology, and community building. Tune in for high-level discussions that inspire and empower a new era of positive farming.

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58: 5 Costly Mistakes New Market Gardeners Make (And How to Avoid Them)

2026-09-24 · 56 min · Season 5, episode 58

In this solo episode, Jean-Martin Fortier breaks down the five critical mistakes that new market gardeners make and explains how to avoid them. Addressing common traps, he advises against working seven days a week,…
57: How They Started A Farm At Age 50! The Inspiring Story of Harmony Farm | Greg & Kate Stainton E

2026-09-10 · 1 hr 57 min · Season 5, episode 57

In this episode, we sit down with Greg and Kate from Harmony Farm in Brockville, Ontario, to explore their journey of starting a multi-enterprise farm in their 50’s! They discuss how a desire for purpose and…
56: $300K From 3/4 Acre Market Garden & Pastured Chickens (And They're Not Overworking?!) | Noah East E

2026-08-27 · 2 hr 0 min · Season 5, episode 56

In this episode, we sit down with Noah East, co-owner of Wild East Farm and founder of Small Scale Revival, to explore how human-scale design, efficient systems, and clear values create a thriving small farm. We dive…
55: From Vegan To Animal Farmer: Why Animal Agriculture Matters For Health, Ecology & Climate | Abey Scaglione

2026-08-13 · 2 hr 0 min · Season 5, episode 55

In this episode, we sit down with Abey Scaglione, author of Radical Farm and farmer at Ruckle Heritage Farm in Salt Spring Island, BC, to explore the ecological, nutritional, and ethical case for well-sourced animal…
54: How To Stop Fighting Nature & Grow A High-Yield Orchard | Permaculture Orchard Design with Stefan Sobkowiak

2026-07-30 · 2 hr 18 min · Season 5, episode 54

In this episode, we sit down with Stefan Sobkowiak, permaculture educator and renowned Youtuber at The Permaculture Orchard, to explore how to design and manage holistic, diverse agricultural ecosystems. We dive deep…
53: How To Make Any Soil Amazing With Cover Crops: Grow Your Own Fertility! | JM Fortier

2026-07-16 · 37 min · Season 5, episode 53

In this solo episode, Jean-Martin Fortier reveals the ultimate secret weapon for healthy soil and high-yield market gardening: cover crops and green manures. While beginner market gardens often focus strictly on…
52: Why We Should Be Feeding Ourselves With TREES: Nuts, Forests, And The Future Of Food | Elspeth Hay

2026-07-02 · 1 hr 59 min · Season 5, episode 52

In this episode, we sit down with Elspeth Hay, Cape Cod journalist and author of Feed Us with Trees, to explore how we can solve our collective separation from nature through the power of tree crops. We dive deep into…
51: How This Alaskan Farmer Makes 85K On JUST Storage Crops (With 49% NET!) | Sam Knapp

2026-06-18 · 2 hr 5 min · Season 5, episode 51

In this episode, we sit down with Sam Knapp, an Alaskan grower and author of Beyond the Root Cellar, to explore what it means to solve the biggest gaping hole in the local food system: winter food security. We dive deep…
50: Why This Top New York Chef Is Dreaming Of Farming | Caroline Hahm E

2026-06-04 · 2 hr 13 min · Season 5, episode 50

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Caroline Hahm, chef at Di An DI restaurant in Brooklyn NY, to explore the beautiful intersection of professional kitchens and sustainable farming. We dive into her journey…
49: Is Social Media Over Romanticizing Farming? (Or Is That Actually A Good Thing?) | Jessica Paige @Jessithefarmer

2026-05-21 · 1 hr 39 min · Season 5, episode 49

In this episode, Jean-Martin and Chris sit down with Jessica Paige of Adama Farm to discuss her journey from university student to first-generation regenerative farmer and influencer. Jessica explores the importance of…

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Oldest episode in feed: 04/2024 · over 2 years
Typical length: 1 hr 45 min
Format: Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone

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