The “Not for Us, Without Us!” initiative marked the first major project under “North Richmond at the Table,” a broader effort led by Urban Tilth to center residents in shaping climate adaptation, pollution reduction, and just transition investments in North Richmond. The process culminated in a final community vote and celebration following a series of […]
On Friday, May 8, 2026, we celebrated the mothers and loved ones in our community with a flower giveaway at the North Richmond Farm. The farm director, collective managers, coordinators, and volunteers all played a part in making the event possible. Together, the team distributed flower bouquets and potted plants to more than 96 community […]
How the Fruit Tree Giveaway Began (and Why It Still Matters) Urban Tilth’s Fruit Tree Giveaways began eight years ago as a creative, community-driven response to a challenge in the early days of the Edible Food Forest at Unity Park. At the time, fruit trees were being dug up and removed soon after planting. Instead […]
Afterschool at the Farm is a place where we strike a gentle balance between education, play, exploration, and munching on good ol’ veggies. Rain or shine, it’s a space where wonder comes alive. This past winter season, youth engaged the farm through all their senses, diving deeper each week into the living systems around them. […]
Bringing together North Richmond residents, CSA members, and staff to guide the farm’s vision, programs, and priorities The North Richmond Farm Community Advisory Committee brings together local residents, CSA members, and farm staff to shape the farm’s future. This dedicated group shares ideas and insights on projects, events, communications, and programming. Led by our community […]
How Free Farm Stands Grew into Farm Stand Volunteer Days Our FREE Farm Stand Program began with just one farm stand in North Richmond. Over the past 4 years this has blossomed into 5 thriving community hubs serving residents from North Richmond, the Iron Triangle, and Parchester Village. Every week, our 5 FREE Farm Stands […]
Verde Elementary at the Bioneers Conference A group of 30 middle school students from Verde Elementary stepped into a much larger conversation about climate, culture, and community at the Bioneers Conference in March 2026. Organized by the Verde team as part of Urban Tilth’s education programs, the trip came together through intense last-minute fundraising and […]
As we dive into the peak of spring, the farm is buzzing with activity! We are officially starting our succession of summer crops, planting favorites like cucumbers, squash, and tomatoes. Exciting New Varieties This year, we’re thrilled to introduce some unique tomato and cucumber varieties to our fields. Keep an eye out for: We are […]
In honor of Women’s History Month and World Water Day just passing, we’re shining a light on the incredible women who make up our Watershed Restoration team. These water protectors are making history right now by ensuring that clean water and fresh air are accessible to everyone. In their own words:
Since 2022, Urban Tilth has worked collaboratively with SF Estuary Institute, UC Berkeley, SF Estuary Partnership, the Hood Planning Group and an incredible team of community members to develop a community-based vision for the ongoing development of green stormwater infrastructure in the Iron Triangle neighborhood of Richmond. Green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) encompasses a number of […]
