The farm team has been hard at work planting the final crops of the season and preparing the land for its winter rest. This fall, they’ve sown a diverse mix of seasonal crops, including lettuce, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, and collards, with garlic soon to be planted as the final addition. The team has been […]
Once a neglected Santa Fe railway line used as a dumping ground, the Richmond Greenway is now a vibrant and vital connector between Richmond neighborhoods. Over the past 20 years, Urban Tilth and dedicated community partners have transformed this space into a hub for gatherings, wellness, and community-led events. Today, the Richmond Greenway Trail stands […]
Autumn is upon us, and all around you can find leaves donning an orange hue that stands out among clouds of gray and raindrops aplenty! This past month we hosted a nature art therapy workshop, a community cleanup, and our Roller Disco event. Many thanks to all the volunteers and visitors who bring love and […]
Hey y’all! It’s harvest time in Richmond, and Orchard for All! has been busy planting new trees, caring for established ones, and preparing for a fruitful season. The delicious fruiting season is officially here, and we’re ready to harvest! From avocados, apples, figs, lemons, limes, peaches, pears, pomegranates, and passion fruit — there’s an abundance […]
The North Richmond Farm has been busy this season. Volunteer opportunities are available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9–12pm, or every 4th Saturday.
The construction team has made meaningful progress on improving accessibility and ease of movement through the row crop area. Engineered Wood Fiber has now been installed along the main paths, creating a surface that is both wheelbarrow-friendly and ADA-accessible. To stay aligned with the farm’s practices, the project avoids the use of petrochemical-based geosynthetic fabrics […]
Members of Scouting America (formerly known as the Boy Scouts), Berkeley Troop 24, recently partnered with Urban Tilth to bring a fresh wave of improvements to the North Richmond Farm. Led by Eagle Scout candidate Kyle Chien, the troop spent the weekend constructing a new Weigh Station for the orchard’s you-pick-it program and building planter […]
The Orchard For All! team has officially wrapped up this summer’s apprenticeship program and is excited to share a few highlights. One of the season’s highlights was a visit to @froghollowfarm during peak fruiting season, where apprentices had the chance to enjoy peaches straight from the tree. Now, peak fruiting season is here, and the […]
Over the past month, Greenway Gardens and Unity Park underwent a thorough deep cleaning. The community came together for cleanups and participated in an educational workshop on Richmond’s recycling resources and composting food waste. These efforts support informed, collective action toward protecting and preserving our shared green spaces. For those interested in helping keep our […]
The North Richmond Farm team hopes the recent sunshine has brought joy to the community. A highlight of the season has been welcoming the summer youth apprentices to the farm. During their time, they learned how to harvest, save tomato seeds, and even hatch chicks. As their program came to a close, the team celebrated […]
