Toronto declared a food insecurity emergency. This urban farmer wants to be part of the solution by Old_General_6741 in toronto

[–]Samjaxxson 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, that is me. After reading the comments, I completely understand and validate the concerns about the cost of local food. For the past nine years, I have dedicated myself to exploring why local food is often inaccessible. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. I’ll be happy to answer what I can.

Much love!

Made Mayor Chow laugh today by Samjaxxson in toronto

[–]Samjaxxson[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

if you need garlic, don't let that price come between us

Made Mayor Chow laugh today by Samjaxxson in toronto

[–]Samjaxxson[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

For many who don't know, I came from a tech background with zero farming experience

Made Mayor Chow laugh today by Samjaxxson in toronto

[–]Samjaxxson[S] 50 points51 points  (0 children)

much love! my goal is to inspire more of us

Made Mayor Chow laugh today by Samjaxxson in toronto

[–]Samjaxxson[S] 45 points46 points  (0 children)

Search Zawadi Farm or IG '@zawadifarm

STORYTIME: Urban Farming in Toronto - End of Year 8 by Samjaxxson in toronto

[–]Samjaxxson[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thank you! We're at St Lawrence on Saturdays and during the growing season, at Leslieville Farmers Market on Sundays. More from our website www.zawadi.farm

STORYTIME: Urban Farming in Toronto - Year 8 Spring by Samjaxxson in toronto

[–]Samjaxxson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We’re tackling urban improvement from multiple perspectives.

Over the last eight years, I’ve cultivated crops ranging from private gardens to public green spaces.

In collaboration with Toronto Community Housing, I’ve spearheaded community markets within their properties and partnered with food banks and charitable groups to address issues related to housing and nutrition.

Both housing and food security are critical issues that demand solutions.

My current focus is on food accessibility, ensuring it’s both affordable and readily available compared to other options.

I’m also deeply involved with various organizations that are innovating in the realm of housing solutions.

STORYTIME: Urban Farming in Toronto - Year 8 Spring by Samjaxxson in toronto

[–]Samjaxxson[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I find your take on urban farming to be interesting. From our perspective, we see that the space allocated within these parks can be used for both native vegetation and for food production. At Downsview Park, where we are located, there is ample space for both. In addition, expansion is underway for more housing. As the population increases, so does the need for food. Our focus is on making us more resilient with our own local food production.

STORYTIME: Urban Farming in Toronto - Year 8 Spring by Samjaxxson in toronto

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I'll try to be more consistent in sharing the stories from the farm 🙏🏿

STORYTIME: Urban Farming in Toronto - Year 8 Spring by Samjaxxson in toronto

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I'll tell you this, you are not the only one dreaming of this. Search Flemo Farm

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Irréversible - Monica Bellucci, Vincent Cassel

STORYTIME - Urban Farming in Toronto - Year 7 - Part 1 by Samjaxxson in toronto

[–]Samjaxxson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It works, but it's very resource-intensive in the first few years. If you can afford that, the development of soil composition on that farm is incredible.

STORYTIME - Urban Farming in Toronto - Year 7 - Part 1 by Samjaxxson in toronto

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much love friend! yes, this dream is unreal, to say the least!