California Farm Academy

Experience the beauty of locally grown flowers from field to vase in this immersive, hands-on floral design workshop led by flower farmer and designer Sarah Larkin.

Participants will begin in the flower field, learning how to identify blooms at their ideal harvest stage, use proper cutting techniques, and condition flowers to maximize vase life. After harvesting a selection of seasonal flowers, you’ll learn the principles of floral design and create your own garden-inspired arrangement to take home.

This workshop emphasizes sustainable, seasonal floristry and provides practical skills that can be used by home gardeners, beginning flower growers, and anyone interested in creating beautiful arrangements using fresh local flowers. No prior floral design experience is required.

Location: Center for Land-Based Learning, 40140 Best Ranch Rd, Woodland, CA
Dates: Saturday, August 15
Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Cost: $95

Thanks to the generous support of the Les Dames d’Escoffier International, Sacramento Chapter, we have been awarded a $5,000 Philanthropic Grant to support women in agriculture.

This funding allows us to offer each qualifying student a 50% scholarship towards one California Farm Academy course, helping reduce financial barriers to hands-on agricultural education.

This scholarship opportunity is designed for women who:

Are at any stage of their agricultural journey, from early exploration to established practice

Are interested in hands-on, experiential learning in agriculture

Are ready to take a next step toward shaping their path in farming, food systems, or land stewardship