City Sprouts: A Youth Run Urban Farm

Did you know the average farmer in the United States is a rural white man in his 60s?

 

This reality highlights the decline in diversity within farming and the diminishing involvement of young people in the trade. City Sprouts is a direct response to this trend, aiming to bring fresh energy and diversity to the agricultural world.

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From June through November, youth learn to care for the land from seed to harvest using environmental justice as the integrity for how they grow. They use rainwater catchment systems, test soil health, use regenerative soil practices and compost. 

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At the heart of this program is The Urban Loraxes’ free food policy, which ensures that all participants take home harvests for their homes and families throughout the season, no exceptions. This simple yet impactful gesture helps address the growing issue of food apartheid homes across the city; providing fresh, healthy food to communities that need it most.