Grower Programs
Dedicated to fostering a sustainable and thriving agricultural community.
Our initiatives support growers through comprehensive programs that enhance soil health, provide essential water access, and offer invaluable mentorship.
[Image: Tucker Kelly, AUA’s Water Access Steward at The Growing Solutions Farm]
By resourcing farmers with capacity building grants and technical assistance, we aim to create a resilient, productive, and environmentally-friendly urban farming ecosystem.
Grower Programs take the mystery out of urban farming.
Whether you are a novice or an advanced farmer, our team is here to support you in mastering urban farming techniques, finding community, and creating sustainable, productive green spaces. Click below to learn more.
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Soil Health Program
Discover our innovative approaches to improving soil health, ensuring long-term fertility and sustainability for urban farms.
[Image: Dr. Israel, Soil Stories Workshop, African Heritage Garden]
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Water Access for Chicago Growers
Find out how we are working to provide reliable and equitable water access solutions for growers in Chicago.
[Image: Water Access workshop at Growing Solutions Farm]
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Farmer To Farmer Mentorship
Learn about our mentorship initiatives that connect experienced farmers with new growers to share knowledge and foster growth.
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Capacity Building Grants
Read about our capacity building grants, designed to provide the necessary resources and support for growers to expand and thrive.
[Image: Zafra Farm: Incubator farm in the South Side of Chicago owned and led by QTBIPOC growers]
Some background
Our passion is in helping farmers shine.
[Image: Dr. Israel and Dr. Martin with AUA at the African Heritage Garden]
Farmers deserve to feel supported.
Advocates for Urban Agriculture is an advocacy organization centering growers, farmers, earth stewards, land and water. In partnership with and guided by growers we provide Funding, Technical Assistance, Advocacy, and Education centering growers, farmers, earth stewards, land and water. We reimagine our relationships to land, labor, and our food system while honoring Indigenous Sovereignty, Black liberation, LGBTQIA+ freedom, Disability Justice, and Immigrants’ rights.