The Wastlbauer is now an official flagship partner of the FarmSchool Program of the Market Gardener Institute (MGI) – a global initiative shaping the future of small-scale agriculture. Led by Jean-Martin Fortier, an internationally recognized expert in regenerative and organic vegetable production, MGI has created the renowned MGI Masterclass – a comprehensive online training program that connects farmers worldwide around regenerative growing methods, farm development, and leadership.

Together with graduates of the CANOPY Program, Fortier’s intensive leadership retreat for future farm ambassadors, this evolved into the FarmSchool Program: a learning platform that combines the theoretical depth of the Masterclass with hands-on, experience-based training on partner farms across the globe. The result is a living, global classroom where aspiring growers learn directly from experienced farmer-entrepreneurs – rooted in local realities while being part of a worldwide community.

Through this blend of theory, mentorship, and real farm practice, the program empowers a new generation of small-scale farmers with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to build resilient, regenerative, and thriving local food systems.

Training Opportunities at the Wastlbauer Organic Experience Farm

Explore the training opportunities at the Wastlbauer Organic Experience Farm and reserve a seat for your course now.

Market Gardener Apprenticeship

A nine-month, season-long apprenticeship for aspiring growers who want to work professionally in market gardening. The program combines the online Market Gardener Masterclass Certificate with hands-on fieldwork, structured learning modules, and personal mentoring.

Holzer Permaculture & Market Gardening Seminar

Learn Holzer Permaculture directly with pioneer Josef Holzer in this 3-day seminar. Discover how to design resilient, living systems in agriculture, gardening and animal husbandry, with a special focus on combining Holzer Permaculture and market gardening.

Women Farmer Empowerment Workshop

This workshop combines practical training with personal and professional development, business, leadership and communication training. The goal is more confidence, visibility and know-how for women to build resilient, economically viable farms and navigate gender barriers.

Market Gardening Workshop

A two-day intensive introduction for beginners and emerging farmers. Learn the essentials of soil preparation, crop planning, planting, harvesting, and post-harvest management to start or strengthen your own market garden. 

Pickling & Processing Workshop

A workshop dedicated to the art of preserving the harvest. Explore traditional and modern pickling methods, safe processing techniques and simple ways to extend the flavors of your orchard and garden throughout the year. 

Tree Care & Pruning Workshop

Learn from experienced tree care specialists how to assess tree structure, make precise cuts that promote growth and fruit quality, and apply seasonal care techniques that support long-term vitality. 

Eva Filzmoser, 8^th generation farmer of the Wastlbauer Eco-Farm and founder of the Wastlbauer FarmSchool, brings a unique background as a lawyer, trainer, activist, and climate advocate. After two decades working in international environmental and climate policy and NGO leadership, she returned to the soil — applying studies of regenerative systems and permaculture at Krameterhof (Austria), Ferme du Bec Hellouin (France) and through the Market Gardener Masterclass community.

“At the Wastlbauer FarmSchool, learning is both practical and personal — with your hands in the soil, your heart in the community, and your mind on the future.”

Contact

Location

Wastlbauer Organic Experience Farm
Guggenberg 1 · 5163 Palting, Austria
eva.filzmoser@wastlbauer.at · www.wastlbauer.at

Arrival

Direct bus connection from Salzburg train station (Line 120, stop: Palting Guggenberg).

Wastlbauer Organic Experience Farm
Guggenberg 1 · 5163 Palting, Austria
www.wastlbauer.at