Raleigh City Farm

Programs: Engage city dwellers experientially in their local food system to increase the likelihood they will eat fresh, nutrient dense, locally produced foods. Activities included (1) group work days - corporate and school groups experience workdays for team-building and learn about the revitalizing effects of urban agriculture and the importance of growing new urban farm entrepreneurs. (2) wine + weeds - a weekly volunteer opportunity from april to october where members build community and learn the specifics of urban farming including plant identification, weeding techniques, mulching and more. (3) special events - the farm is host to multiple events throughout the year, such as dinners, concerts, movie nights, and festivals, all of which expose our neighboring community to the positive outcomes of a sustainable food system and thereby cultivate high community recognition and engagement with our mission and values.

demonstrate the revitalizing impacts of community-supported, sustainable agriculture in raleigh and beyond. Activities include: (1) operating an urban farm - operate a successful, visible and community-supported urban farm to help increase availability of fresh nutrient dense sustainable local produce in raleigh and transparency/connection to its producers. (2) workshops & farm tours - co-locate and partner with organizations who share our vision to facilitate workshops that promote learning about basic gardening, sustainability, and how a healthy food system works. (3) advocacy - strive to be leader in advocating for new farms and farmers by promoting their interests and empowering community members to rally around a local, sustainable food system.

in february of 2016, raleigh city farm, inc. Discontinued its food hub activities. Food hub was where it previously sold produce raised on the farm directly to restaurants and individuals. It now leases space on the farm to local farm entrepreneurs who handle the selling of produce on their own end.