Our mission is to farm nutrient-dense, fresh foods that feed our members & neighbors; to educate others in sustainable, replicable urban farming practices; and to develop connections that strengthen our community & promote food security in Schenectady. 🌱 SiCM's Schenectady Urban Farms began in 2012 with the Vale Urban Farm and a mission to lower barriers to accessing fresh food, build community, and green Schenectady. Three farms and a community orchard-over two acres of city growing space- now provide fruit, vegetables, flowers, herbs, egg laying chickens, bees, and community composting to all participants of the farms. Members work a minimum of two hours/week on the farms in various capacities that fit their interests, and are able to get a share of the harvest. Additional food is grown for special community programs and any excess food is given to the SiCM Food Pantry and distributed there. Volunteers are welcomed to work and learn aspects of cimmunity urban farming.
