Tomato Growing Workshop and Taste Test
August 16, 2026 at 9:30 am
Join us for a deep dive into the world of tomatoes. In this workshop, we will walk through the entire process of growing tomatoes at Campo, sharing best practices for seed starting, planting, pruning and harvesting. Our time together will culminate with a guided taste-test of every variety grown on the farm so you can discover your favorites to grow at home.
In this workshop, you'll learn:
Techniques and timing for starting tomatoes from seed
Spacing recommendations for different tomato types
How to adopt a production-style trellis system for a home garden
Pruning practices, with hands-on experience
When to harvest tomatoes and how to store them
What to Expect
Tomato Tour and Workshop
Our morning begins in the high tunnel, surrounded by tall, trellised tomato plants. We’ll walk through the entire growing process—from seed starting to trellising to harvest—using a printed handout to guide our discussion. Along the way, we’ll share our best practices and answer questions, with the goal of helping you feel confident growing exceptional tomatoes at home.
Practice Pruning
If you’ve ever grown tomatoes, you know how quickly they can transform from a tender seedling to an unruly jungle. After our discussion, we will head to the field to see the trellising and pruning approaches in action. You’ll observe how we manage our plants at Campo for productivity and get the chance to practice pruning yourself, removing suckers and trimming lower leaves while applying what you’ve learned.
Side-by-Side Taste Test of our Favorite Varieties
We’ve saved the best part for last. At the end of the workshop, we’ll gather around the table to sample each variety of tomatoes grown at the farm. Experiencing their unique flavors and textures side by side will help you identify your favorite varieties to shop for at the market or plant in your own garden — and leave you in awe of the diversity of this amazing crop. The tomatoes will be served with plenty of flaky sea salt to enhance their flavor and a ‘palate cleanser’ of sourdough bread will help make sure you experience the uniqueness of each tomato.
