BFFTP 2: Beginning Farmer and Farmworker Training Program
Training the Next Generation of Small-Scale Farmers in California’s Inland Empire
Did you know the average food item in the U.S. travels over 1,500 miles to get to your plate? Along the way, it may lose nutritional value and pick up harmful chemicals from industrial farming practices. At Huerta del Valle, we believe in something better: a community-powered food system rooted in justice, health, and sustainability.
We’re proud to launch the second phase of our Beginning Farmer and Farmworker Training Program (BFFTP 2), a bilingual, 6-month hybrid training for new and aspiring farmers. Through hands-on fieldwork and classroom-based instruction, participants will learn sustainable agriculture, land stewardship, food justice, business planning, and cooperative practices.
This program prioritizes socially disadvantaged and underserved communities in the Inland Empire. All participants are eligible to apply for our Farm Incubation Program, which provides access to land, tools, technical assistance, and mentorship to begin growing the farm of their dreams. Scholarships and stipends are available to reduce financial barriers. Together, we’re cultivating a healthier food system—one farmer at a time.
Now accepting interest forms for 2025-2026 cohorts.
Apply below to join our next farmer training cohort.
Harvest Box: community supported agriculture
Commonly known as CSA for short — a Community Supported Agriculture Program is a produce box subscription that gives farmers peace of mind knowing that someone will buy the produce they are working so hard to grow. All produce is grown without the use of pesticides, herbicides, or artificial fertilizers. Support sustainable agricultural practices!
How it works:
Members pick up a box of produce every other week, containing a mix of fruits, vegetables, and herbs harvested directly from our farm sites! We like to think of our CSA program as a mutual aid initiative. Healthy and organic food is the best form of preventive medicine; and your continued support directly aids our farmers and operations to keep growing. Late enrollment eligible. Upfront or Recurring payment options. Mini or Regular size. Mini Box $30, Regular Box $40. Delivery fee charge ($10) or FREE pick up options.
2025 SUBSCRIPTION NOW OPEN MARCH - DECEMBER!
gardening in community
The Huerta del Valle community garden currently hosts 62 family plots. Each plot is 20’x10’ and are rented for one year. We provide water, compost, tools, and when available seeds.
All produce you grow is yours to consume or share as you please. As a community gardener you enjoy a 365 day growing year and the support of experienced gardeners and farmers to help you succeed in producing a lot of food
Each plot required a symbolic yearly payment of $60 and can be paid in installments.
Abejas
The Abejas (little bees) program is an exploration into topics of social equity, ecology and wellbeing.
Abejas is available for all children ages K-6th.
This program will be available in Spring 2024.