Education
Agro Business
In all of Texas, HOPE for Small Farm Sustainability is the only farmer to farmer led organization that provides whole farm business support to farmers and ranchers with the focus on regenerative agriculture practices. From crop rotation, to obtaining food licenses, HOPE for Small Farm Sustainability is here to support. We supply years of knowledge and experience in regenerative agriculture in order to boost our soil and our local food supply.
Regional 101 Food Growing Education
This free 6-week regenerative food growing program teaches new and beginning growers all the ins and outs of organic planting and operations. Participants also have the ability to grow and sell their own products on site.
One on One Consultations
Feeling stuck or needing guidance on your farm? Find farmer to farmer business support and mentorship with experienced organic farmers here at HOPE. We’ll help you: find answers to your questions, support you as a grower, assist with land access, information on government regulation guidelines, crop growth, ranching topics, funding, and much more. Connect with us for free. We’re here to help.
Video Instruction
It can be hard to attend in-person courses. Visit HOPE’s YouTube channel to see our class recordings on everything related to growing your own food naturally to animal care.
Community Programs
Community Garden Plot
Grow your own food to feed your family! No land at home to grow? No problem, we’ve got you covered. HOPE has 20ft x 20ft plots ready for you to get your hands dirty. We will supply you the water and the irrigation line, you supply your own organic seed and time. Pair your newly learned regenerative techniques from the HOPE “Grow Your Own Food” course with a little land and see what blossoms from it. If too much is grown, you can always make a little money and sell it in the Farmers Market Store. A plot is either $45/season or free if you volunteer at least 4 hours/month on the farm.
Let’s talk regenerative growing
Meet With Us
We are here for you. Whether you are just starting your food business or have been in agriculture for +10 years, we want to support.
Let’s set up a free consultation where you and an agriculture specialist will sit down and talk through your business, agriculture, or any support you may need.
Let’s get your food business running and in tip top shape.
Nutrition & Cooking
Growing organic produce is one thing, but how do you prepare it to get the best flavors and the most nutrition? In our community centered cooking classes, participants learn how to prepare nutritious, seasonal meals for individuals and families. A great way to get the family involved and learn about new fruits and vegetables. In the past, some cooking classes have included canning and pickling. Follow our socials to see if we have another one coming up (Facebook and Instagram)!
Love the fresh produce but want to learn how it all grows?
Developing Future Farmers through Youth Development
Junior Sprouting Chef’s Club
This class, geared towards children and families, gives a fun and interactive overview on the many aspects of organic food growing. The goal is to ignite a food passion in children and to show them the benefits of eating what you grow!
We cover many topics including healthier eating, environmental impacts, how to plant and grow food, as well as how to prepare these fruits and vegetables in delicious and fun ways!
Volunteering Opportunities
HOPE for SFS has many indoor and outdoor opportunities for you to share your time with us. Show your support and connect with us through email if you are interested in volunteering.
