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Farm Happenings at Zawadi Farm
Farm Happenings for October 4, 2023
Hello! We are nearing the end of our CSA season, with only four weeks remaining. It has been a difficult season due to the challenging weather conditions. However, we have managed to learn and adapt, and become more creative with the land we have.
If you would like to visit our farm, you are1 read more »
Farm Happenings for September 27, 2023
I recently read a fantastic book titled The Unsettling of America, which I highly recommend to anyone who is interested.
This book delves into the important work that organic, small-scale farmers are undertaking and how we as a community can support them. One particularly interesting section discus1 read more »
Farm Happenings for September 20, 2023
Hello friends, we have been busy working on the farm to get it ready for winter by planting cover crops. This technique helps us rebuild and maintain the soil in our half acre plot at Downsview Park. Cover cropping is crucial because it promotes soil structure and creates a fertile ecosystem that s1 read more »
Farm Happenings for September 13, 2023
It's been a season full of valuable lessons and self-discovery, both for me and the farm. I am deeply grateful to everyone who has come to visit and even considered volunteering.
Your support means the world to me. A heartfelt thank you to all of you participating in our CSA - your contributions ha1 read more »
Farm Happenings for September 6, 2023
Please remember to leave your boxes out for us!
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Farm Happenings for August 30, 2023
We are fervently working on our fall crops as the season unfolds. We are excited to add them to your box.
This is a quick reminder to leave out your boxes for us. Thank you for helping us save on logistics by returning the empties.
Much love and light!
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Farm Happenings for August 23, 2023
Welcome to Week 15 of our updates.
We are excited to share that we are expanding our fall crops this season, and trying out some new varieties. Despite the challenges of extreme heat and dry conditions, we are doing everything we can to ensure a successful harvest. In the picture, you can see us us1 read more »
Farm Happenings for August 16, 2023
Quick question for you this week.
Our team is considering changing the delivery medium from plastic to cardboard to streamline the logistics process and focus more on the farm's produce.
We'd be happy to hear your thoughts
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Farm Happenings for August 9, 2023
This season has brought many challenges for us, especially during what we refer to as the burnout season. The farming community is feeling the effects more acutely this year due to various factors affecting us. Nevertheless, we are persevering and taking care of our mental health while keeping safe1 read more »
About the farm
At Zawadi Farm, our aim is to create physical and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food and to engage community members in educational opportunities and conversations centered around active and healthy living.
We rehabilitate Toronto backyards and convert them into living growing spaces for nutrient-rich, organic locally grown seasonal vegetables.
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We rehabilitate Toronto backyards and convert them into living growing spaces for nutrient-rich, organic locally grown seasonal vegetables.