Jean-Martin Fortier

Winter Market Gardener

Grow fresh, local vegetables all winter long — and build a thriving, profitable farm that never sleeps Discover how small-scale farmers are transforming the "off-season" into their most productive and profitable time of year. The Winter Market Gardener shows you exactly how to grow abundant, high-quality vegetables year-round in northern climates — even through the darkest months. Inside, you'll learn practical systems and proven methods for cold-season success: How to plan and plant for continuous harvests using crop calendars, cold-hardy varieties, and precise scheduling. Best shelters and tools for northern growers — from row covers and caterpillar tunnels to efficient, low-cost greenhouses. Smart strategies for profitability — extend your CSA season, supply local markets, and keep your income steady all year. Detailed winter crop profiles for dozens of vegetables, with cultivation and storage tips tailored to cold climates. Efficient workflows and soil health practices that save time, conserve resources, and boost quality. Drawing on decades of on-farm research, experimentation, and innovation, this beautifully illustrated handbook distills the techniques developed at Quebec's renowned Ferme des Quatre-Temps and Les Jardins de la Grelinette. Written by Jean-Martin Fortier, bestselling author of The Market Gardener (300,000+ copies sold), and Catherine Sylvestre, director of vegetable production at Ferme des Quatre-Temps, this book offers both inspiration and actionable guidance for farmers, homesteaders, and serious gardeners committed to growing through every season. If you've ever wondered how to grow vegetables year-round, keep your markets supplied in winter, or design a resilient, climate-smart farm — this is your field-tested roadmap. Start building your year-round harvest today — and turn winter into your most rewarding season yet.