Banner image for our 1.5 acre market garden tour in Campbellcroft with Cold Spring Organics. This image shows their hoophouse, and a picture of their family.

October 6, 2025

Cold Spring Organics - 1.5 acre Market Garden Tour

Can you grow 105 varieties of organic produce on 1.5 acres? Do the numbers work?
 

Join Cold Spring Organics and Farms at Work for an evening exploring organic vegetable production, permaculture principles, regenerative agriculture, community collaborations and protecting threatened species. Whether you’re a seasoned grower, new to farming, or a food enthusiast, don’t miss this opportunity to connect with local food production and gain practical insights for your journey in agriculture.

Tour Highlights
Organic Vegetable Production: Learn about the certification process with CSI for the Canadian Organic Standards (COR) and how to grow healthy & nutritious chemical-free food without synthetic fertilizers.
Permaculture Practices: Find out how permaculture design mimics self-sustaining ecosystems in nature by holistically integrating crop, water, and wildlife management to build resilience & adaptability for the long-term health of the land.
Regenerative Agriculture: Learn about how Cold Springs’ regenerative agriculture methods restore & strengthen soil health and the ecosystem it supports. 
Protecting Threatened Species: See how safe spaces are created for threatened bird species around the farm.

Community Collaborations: Hear about how Cold Springs engages with their community.
 

About the Host

Glen Young decided to become an organic farmer so he could make a difference. He wanted to teach his children where food comes from and cultivate their palates to value wholesome, nutritious foods. He wanted to help build a better future – for his family & for our planet.