To Improve Mississippi Economics, Inc. (TIME, Inc.) invites aspiring farmers, gardeners, and community members to participate in Grow Your Future, a series of free farming workshops designed to build agricultural knowledge, encourage sustainable growing practices, and support local food production.

Beginning Saturday, November 7, 2026, participants will have opportunities to learn practical skills related to gardening, farming, and agricultural entrepreneurship. Workshop topics include soil health and composting, starting a garden, vegetable production, watering and irrigation, natural pest management, seasonal planting and harvesting, urban and backyard gardening, and beginning farmer training. Sessions will also explore starting an agricultural business, marketing, and available farming resources.

The workshops are open to gardeners, new farmers, and anyone interested in growing their own food, developing agricultural skills, or exploring opportunities in farming.

Registration is free. Participants can register online at www.toimprovems.org, scan the QR code on the flyer, register in person, or call (601) 804-2412.

Location: Foot Print Farms, 4945 South Drive, Jackson, MS 39209.

This project is funded by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.

Download the flyer here: Grow Your Future Farming Workshops Flyer