Photo : Sonia Yassa / Ville de Paris
Market Gardening Workshop
Trade your laptop for a shovel and uncover the fascinating techniques of sustainable urban farming. Spend your day mastering the art of the harvest while soaking up the fresh air at this hidden metropolitan garden oasis.
La Ferme de Paris (Paris 12th)
About
Join the La Ferme de Paris on Friday, October 23, 2026, for a hands-on introduction to market gardening. Designed for participants aged 18 and over, this workshop covers soil theory, testing, and practical green manure sowing. Located in the 12th arrondissement, the site is fully wheelchair accessible. While the session is free to attend, registration is mandatory. Participants are encouraged to wear appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes suitable for outdoor work, and you should bring your own lunch for the day. The organizers will provide hot beverages to keep everyone refreshed throughout the workshop hours.
Learn the practice of market gardening
On the program:
Theory: Discussion about the soil (analyses, tests, presentation) and presentation of green manures
Practice: Sowing green manure
IMPORTANT: We strongly advise you to come equipped with clothing and shoes suitable for outdoor activities.
Also remember to bring your lunch! We will provide hot drinks.
Meet on Friday, October 23 from 10 am to 4 pm
Registration required.
Our take on this event
Explore the principles of market gardening during this dedicated workshop on Friday, October 23, 2026, running from 10:00 to 16:00. Held at La Ferme de Paris, 24 route de la Tourelle, the session provides a comprehensive look at soil health, including analysis, testing, and the presentation of green manures. You will then apply these concepts practically by participating in the sowing of green manure crops.
The workshop is free of charge, though spots must be reserved in advance. Please note that attendees are required to bring their own lunch, while hot drinks will be supplied by the event staff. To ensure a pleasant experience, please come prepared with clothing and footwear suitable for outdoor agricultural activities. The entire site is wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone can participate in the day's events.
