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  • From Balconies to Rooftops: The Diversity of Urban Farming Approaches

    Urban farming is a flexible and diverse concept that accommodates various approaches, making it accessible to city dwellers with different levels of expertise and resources. In this post, we’ll explore the wide range of urban farming methods, from small-scale balcony gardens to large rooftop farms. Balcony and Container Gardening For those with limited space, balconyContinue… Read more

  • Feeding the City: The Economics of Urban Farming

    In this post, we will delve into the economic aspects of urban farming. As urbanization continues, urban agriculture presents not only environmental benefits but also economic opportunities for individuals, communities, and cities as a whole. Economic Benefits of Urban Farming 1. Job Creation: Urban farming creates employment opportunities. It involves a wide range of roles,Continue… Read more

  • The Green Revolution: Urban Farming’s Impact on Sustainability

    In recent years, urban farming has been gaining momentum as a powerful tool for creating more sustainable and eco-friendly cities. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of urban farming and its far-reaching impact on sustainability. What is Urban Farming? Urban farming, often referred to as urban agriculture, is the practice of growing,Continue… Read more

  • Cooking Our Crops: Nyanaya

    The Nyanaya (African Eggplant) has been planted and will be ready to harvest in the next week or two. The African eggplant may also be known as Garden Eggs, Mock Tomato, ngogwe, or nyanya chungu. An eggplant requires a long, warm growing season, so it is most plentiful in late summer to fall. Health benefitsContinue… Read more

  • Cooking Our Crops – Sour Greens

    Mboga Uchungu (sour greens) is a common green in the African diet.This green can be eaten raw or cooked. Here are some cooking ideas for you to try: Mboga Uchungu eat them fresh without cooking to make a salad                      1. Wash them       Continue… Read more

  • Make a Difference With Us!

    We are beginning a new venture of starting an urban farm in Indianapolis but need your help! We are in need of start up costs that will get our farm off to a great start. Please consider donating to our GoFundMe campaign to help Wilondja, Omba and Michael realize their 20 year dream of startingContinue… Read more