GREENAGERS
After a year of settling in to the 100-acre property at April Hill (acquired February 2019), we have begun our farm planning and implementation in earnest. We envision a farm that showcases regenerative farm practices that are responsive to climate change, that improve the health of the soil, and that teach young adults methods for small and medium scale agriculture that will increase the amount of nutrient-dense food available to all demographics. Our focus on production will incorporate silvopasture, agroforestry, and permaculture alongside annual vegetable production and grass-based livestock production. Youth engagement will involve employing seasonal interns, school group visits, and connections to local schools for food distribution and education. April Hill will also be a resource to local farmers for crop trials, seed saving, and innovative practices demonstration. Our farm crew members and farm apprentice will have the unique opportunity of participating in the permaculture design of the April Hill Farm and the soil and water research necessary to this. We also invite school groups and other entities to come volunteer and learn at the farm.