The Needham Community Farm is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization comprised of local volunteers each of whom is dedicated to providing our neighbors with an agricultural center which offers community resources, education for all ages, and of course, produce. With the assistance of our volunteers, the Needham Community Farm is pleased to be able to offer the following:
Farm-Based Education
Through farm-based education we develop an appreciation for the environment, an understanding of where our food comes from, and an awareness of the need to preserve the resources which supply us with strength and vitality.
In addition to the direct environmental benefits of farm-based education, these programs provide low income families with access to healthy and affordable produce, encourage multi-generational learning and community building, and create a place where children can build confidence, feel a sense of accomplishment and become more self reliant.
Sustainable Living Practices
By modeling sustainable farming and living practices, from crop rotation to composting, rainwater collection to passive solar design, we plan to help community members take important steps toward reducing their environmental impact. Simple changes in the way we think and live can significantly reduce this impact, save us money, and improve our quality of life.
It is our hope that the Needham Community Farm will someday become an integral part of the Needham community as we continue to realize our mission to create a center for environmental education.
Our Crops
During the past three seasons we have grown lettuce, kale, swiss chard, beets, carrots, radishes, tomatoes, basil, corn, squash, zucchini and beans. Most of our produce has been donated to the Needham Community Council Food Pantry although students have been able to enjoy some in the school cafeterias.
