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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.
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.