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People from all walks of life—shoemakers, fashion models, tech enthusiasts, politicians, lawyers, teachers, and chefs—can all cultivate their own food at home, whether in backyards, community gardens, or on rooftop spaces. For over four decades, City Farmer has inspired urban residents to transform patches of their lawns into flourishing vegetable gardens, herb beds, and fruit plants. Our core message remains unchanged since 1978 and will continue to resonate for years to come. This website serves as a hub for stories about our initiatives at City Farmer based in Vancouver, Canada, as well as urban farming efforts from across the globe. It is updated and managed by Michael Levenston, the executive director of City Farmer.

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UK: Are you losing the plot over allotment chic?

2 days ago | cityfarmer.info | Lara Owen |Michael Levenston

‘Allotment chic’ hasn’t happened overnight as global fashion houses such as Dior and Hermes recently enlisted garden designers to create their fashion week runway installations. By Lara OwenThe Sentinel5Jun 2025THE GOOD LIFE: ‘Allotment chic’ isn’t just for the green-fingered among usWHEN cottage-core rose as one of the most popular aesthetics post-pandemic, all things “British country garden” became in vogue.
PhD student dismantles misleading headline spreading panic about backyard gardening: ‘That’s not what they’re saying at all’

1 week ago | cityfarmer.info | Laurelle Stelle |Michael Levenston

“I really wish they wrote a better headline, because no one reads articles anymore.”By Laurelle StelleThe Cool DownMay 29, 2025Excerpt:Ph.D. student and climate scientist Rosh (@all_about_climate) just handed out a great lesson on why you should always read the full article, not just the headline — especially when you see a piece of upsetting or unbelievable climate news.
A healthier Augusta, one micro-farm and rooftop garden at a time

1 week ago | cityfarmer.info | Hannah Litteer |Michael Levenston

“The produce that comes out of these systems tastes completely different than what you get at the grocery store,”By Hannah LitteerJag WireMay 29, 2025Excerpt:Bevel has partnered with Ebony Tree Farms, a local public benefits corporation geared toward creating healthy solutions to food insecurity in the CSRA, to establish micro-farms in the Augusta area, including one located at GCC’s M.
Sustainable Agriculture Grants: Innovative Urban Farming Projects

1 week ago | cityfarmer.info | Michael Levenston

GrantWatch is proud to list a range of agriculture and urban farming grants, missioned to support innovative urban farming initiatives to promote community gardens, environmental education, and sustainable agriculture. Read on to learn how you can help the urban farming movement. By DanikaGrant WatchMay 29, 2025Excerpt:You too can apply for urban farming grants. Why not seize this opportunity to cultivate not only our gardens but also our connection to the earth?
Canada: Vancouver Heritage Foundation’s city tour showcases Kitsilano

1 week ago | cityfarmer.info | Shawn Conner |Michael Levenston

Heritage Discovery Day takes place June 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.By Shawn ConnerVancouver SunPublished May 28, 2025Excerpt:This year, Vancouver Heritage Foundation’s Heritage Discovery Day focuses on Kitsilano. There are nine neighbourhood sites on the tour, including seven houses and two community sites. “It’s a really important time for us to clarify what we mean by ‘heritage,’” says Laura Carey, executive director of the foundation.
Pigs roaming streets of Baltimore are a part of urban farm

1 week ago | cityfarmer.info | Lisa Robinson |Michael Levenston

Cornish said the animals roam to the top and bottom of the alley, and they do not cross the streets. By Lisa RobinsonWBALMay 27, 2025Excerpt:William Abell, who moved to Sowebo just two weeks ago, did a double-take Tuesday morning when he saw two pigs walking along West Pratt Street. 11 News has learned the two pot-bellied pigs, Charlotte and Babe, belong to an urban farm that has goats, doves, pigs and horses. “It’s kind of strange, seems like they should be on a farm. It’s alright,” Abell said.
India: How This Woman Transformed Her Rooftop Into a Beautiful Organic Garden in Bhubaneswar

1 week ago | cityfarmer.info | Raajwrita Dutta |Michael Levenston

Learn how Bhubaneswar’s Jayanti Sahoo turned her rooftop into a blooming organic garden. Follow her 8-step guide to grow fruits and vegetables at home using sustainable and space-saving techniques perfect for urban terraces. By Raajwrita DuttaBetter IndiaMay 26, 2025Excerpt:In Bhubaneswar, Jayanti Sahoo has turned her 350 sq ft rooftop into a blooming garden that provides a constant supply of fresh fruits and vegetables, all grown organically, without a trace of chemicals.
Belgium: Flemish minister promotes community gardens initiative

1 week ago | cityfarmer.info | Michael Levenston

“Community gardens are far more than just places to grow vegetables or fruit; they bring people together, strengthen neighbourhood ties, and foster connections among young and old from diverse backgrounds,” said Crevits.
Learning math and science skills in the garden

1 week ago | cityfarmer.info | Michael Levenston

Video StoryNews 4May 25, 2025Gardopia Gardens started as a small plot of land on the Eastside and has grown over a decade. Their mission is to promote sustainable urban agriculture and engage students with garden-based learning. Young Women’s Leadership Academy is one of the local schools that benefits from the growing partnership with Gardopia Gardens. Students take an active role in planning a garden while learning math and science.
New Zealand: An urban food forest takes shape in Christchurch’s inner city

2 weeks ago | cityfarmer.info | Mary Lovell-Smith |Michael Levenston

The forest on the site of a former office block was born of the City Council’s post-quake Share an Idea scheme, intended to give citizens a say in the future of their city. The PressBy Mary Lovell-SmithMay 21, 2025Excerpt:Established in 2015 by Edible Canterbury and the Food Resilience Network, the forest rapidly became popular with locals and visitors alike. Workers from the nearby offices have lunch under the fruit tree or just sit and take a break from the stresses of their day.