October 16, 2015
Green Village Initiative created the first urban farm in the city. The farm has over 100 raised garden beds, with a USDA-funded high tunnel. It was built by community volunteers and is staffed by a team of over 20 local high school and college interns under the direction of a professional farmer. All food grown on the farm is served in Bridgeport Public Schools and sold to the local neighborhood at subsidized prices. In addition, Reservoir Community Farm provides ongoing support, seedlings, and further educational opportunities to 24 schools with edible gardens in Bridgeport. READ MORE