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Our South Side Family Urban Farms network uses sustainable growing practices to increase fresh fruit and vegetable access and overcome fresh food insecurities.

We are dedicated to teaching dietary and agricultural info to build sustainable food systems. Our farm goal is to provide Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)Boxes at a rate comparable to income levels of residents. We will accept SNAP benefits for seniors and those on fixed and supplemented incomes. 2022 will bring a farm stand in a community where fresh vegetables and fruits can be sourced.

06/25/2024

The Greater Columbus Growing Coalition began its National Garden Week on June 2nd and continues offering free events until Sept. 14.

06/07/2024

In central Cuba, farmers like Mariano are transforming lands infested with marabou w**d into thriving farms with support from Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Green Climate Fund.

Discover how sustainable practices are boosting food security and livelihoods👇

https://www.fao.org/newsroom/story/the-awakening-for-cuban-farms/en

06/07/2024

Faith, Fitness, Funding & Black Farmers! Check out this edition of our newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/blackchurchfoodsecurity/earthday2024recap-6368948

06/07/2024

I have come to the understanding I am more Faith than I am a Farmer.
It starts with a seed.
HOPE and Belief is mine.
( these are my words)

06/02/2024

It's been a wonderful season of graduation as I was privileged to see another Grandson walk across the stage in commencement .
This is Kelly Marie, my second oldest daughter and her only son Kiev of 3 children. Proud of them both

05/30/2024

05/29/2024

Thinking about going organic? Or thinking about thinking of going organic? This free series is exactly for you!

Our staff educators will cover the basics of organic certification, organic farming practices, and some things farmers should consider before becoming certified. Sign up for one or all three sessions at news.oeffa.org/organics-101 🌱

05/20/2024

05/17/2024

Summer is coming and it's almost time for Sun Bucks! ☀️ Summer EBT gives you an additional $120 per eligible child to help provide food during the summer months. 🛒🍎🍞🥦

Applications are a breeze, but you may not need to apply if you or your child already receive certain benefits!

For more information or to apply, visit the link below 👇
sebt.ohio.gov

05/12/2024

23 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT OKRO

1. Presently now in Nigeria, Okro is the fastest soup to cook .

2. In Nigeria, this vegetable is popularly known as okro while in some other countries, it is known as okra.

3. It is because of its long and slender nature that okro is called lady's finger in part of Europe.

4. Okro comes in two colours: it is mainly green and the other colour is red. Both varieties taste the same and the red one turns green when cooked.

5. Okro is a vicious/slimy vegetable.

6. Okro is a flowering plant known for its edible seed pods.

7. Okro has a mild flavour and basically absorbs the flavour of the spices and seasonings used in cooking it.

8. Okro as a vegetable, likes lot of water and warm environment to grow well.

9. Inside the okro pod are small, edible seeds.

10. Okro is known for its slimy nature. The sliminess is known as mucilage or drawness.

11. Okro is a very popular and delicious soup recipe that is loved by a majority of people in West Africa, especially if cooked well.

12. Just like ogbono soup and ewedu soup, okro soup has a vicious texture which makes it a delicious soup.

13. Okro is loaded with vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber and is more than just a food, but also a medicine.

14. Okro can be used in making soups, sauces and stews.

15. Okro as a vegetable, can be eaten raw.

16. The entire okro plant is edible; the leaves can be used for preparing salads or cooking soups, and the pods can be fried, stewed, pickled, boiled or used as a thickener for soups.

17. The Nigerian okro soup is very healthy and nutritious. It is high in protein, healthy fats and low in carbohydrates.

18. Okro soup is one of the quickest and easiest Nigerian soups to prepare.

19. Okro soup is also known as miyan kubewa (dried okro soup) in Hausa.

20. Okro soup is also known as draw soup, okra soup or lady's finger soup.

21. Okro soup and ogbono soup are from the same family of draw soups.

22. Okro can be used to cook the following soup recipe

05/12/2024

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05/12/2024

We understand that small businesses have limited capacity to build and maintain a comprehensive employee volunteer program. The Besa Collective is a cost-effective solution to engage employees in the community and build a culture of giving while collaborating with businesses that share your values o...

05/06/2024

On Saturday, April 27th, South Side Family Farms " volunteer event didn't unfold quite as we anticipated. However, what truly mattered was the spirit of togetherness and the willingness to make a difference. Sometimes, it's not about the outcome but the heart behind the action. Thank you to everyone who showed up with enthusiasm and dedication. We'll regroup, learn, and strive to make the next one even better. Together, we can overcome any hurdle and continue making our community brighter.

05/04/2024

the Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast. This dish is a wonderful marriage of hearty, protein-packed chicken breast and fresh, vibrant asparagus, all tied together with creamy cheese .
Must express something to keep getting my recipes.... Thank you.
Recipe in First (c.o.m.m.e.n.t ).👇👇👇

04/27/2024

We are hosting a volunteer event today to celebrate . So, come out today and join us at the farmstand. We will be Creating a Walkway for the Farmstand.

🗓Saturday, April 27, 2024
⏰9:30am-1:30pm
📍1007 East Deshler Ave. Columbus, OH 43206

04/23/2024

We need your help finishing building the farmstand. is hosting a Global Youth Service Day 2024 project! Youths (5yr-24yr) interested or need to complete community service hours please join us this Saturday, April 27, 2024, can register here: https://serveohio.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=926308

04/17/2024

What are you doing for 🌎 Earth Day?

04/13/2024

Craving something sweet but healthy? Try my Banana & Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies - they're a hit with both kids and adults! 🍪💙
Ingredients:
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup blueberries
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
Must Express Something To Keep Getting My R.e.c.i.p.e.s… Thank You.
R.e.c.i.p.e in the t.o.p c.o.m.m.e.n.t.
Enjoy !

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Come out tomorrow and learn about conservation in a FREE workshop at the The Reeb Center this Thursday, May 30, at 6 pm, sponsored by South Side Family Farms.

Learn about Jerusalem Artichoke from Sean McKay

🎃 Happy Halloween! Have a spooktacular time trick-or-treating, and remember to stay safe🕷️👻

From the bottom of our hearts, South Side Family Farms would like to thank the volunteers and donors who contributed to the farm stand preparation on November 16th, 2022. The seeds you have sown today will produce plants of progress for tomorrow. #shellyandsandinc #BrothersKeeper #columbusalternativehighschool

laying down patio pavement for the community farm stand

Visit Google's homepage to see today's (11/04/2022) Google Doodle celebrating Jollof Rice, illustrated by Nigeria-based artist Haneefah Adam and Senegalese Jazz musician Hervé Samb, who created the soundtrack. You can learn more about Jollof Rice's history and where it came from by clicking this link. https://www.google.com/doodles/celebrating-jollof-rice #jollofrice #africanfood #africanhistory #southsidefamilyfarms

Westgate Farmers Market

Finish Day 1 of The Food Sovereignty Workshop: Community-Centered Approaches for Food Systems Transformation. •Here is Minister Aaron Closing Remarks!! Food Sovereignty= "The right of peoples to healthy and culturally appropriate food produced through ecologically sound and sustainable methods, and their right to define their own food and agriculture systems" - Declaration of Nyéléni, the first global forum on food sovereignty, Mali, 2007 #ohio #columbusohio #southsidefamilyfarms #growingandgrowthcollective #ohiofarmersmarkets #urbanfarming #centralstateuniversity #TheOhioStateUniversity #OSUExtension

Were Cooking Okra Pickle Relish!! Welcome to the cooking class hosted by intuition Nutrition with Julie A. Palmer.

All Community Members Who Attend Our Upcoming Cooking Events With @intu.nutrition Series Will Receive A Free Giveaway Fresh Produce Box At The End Of The Event! On Wednesday, September 7th Join Us, At 1269 Wilson Ave; Garden. 6PM-7:30PM #columbus #lutheransocialservices #highlandyouthgarden #southsidethrive #ohiofarmersmarkets #columbuspublichealth #columbusohio #intunutrition #ohiofoodbanks #columbusfoodscene #thegardenclubproject #franklintonfarms #southsidefamily

Cooking Spicy Eggplant Stir Fry

Come Join Us Right Now at 1269 Wilson Ave Columbus,OH End at 7:30pm

Interested in learning more about our urban farm sites? Check out this interview with Minister Aaron and Columbus City Council Member Tyson to find out how legislation has impacted our work, sustainability efforts, and our ability to provide fresh produce to the community. https://vimeo.com/ctvcolumbus/review/583068826/27832c8e44 #localfood #columbusfoodscene #foodassistance #healthyeatingmadeeasy #southsidefamilyfarms #localfoodcolumbus #urbanfarmsofinstagram #eatcheapandhealthy #blackfarmersmatter #blackagribusiness #seedsofchange

Tract of morning sun observations

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Meet Minister Aaron K Hopkins

Meet Aaron: I am Minister Aaron K Hopkins ( He/Him ), a Servant of God and Community. I am the Farm Visionary and Executive Director of South Side Family Farms and its farm enterprises.

Aaron’s South Side Roots: I've lived in this immediate community for 31 years at my current location, yards from the farm. Before that, I lived two miles from our current address for 13 years. I also attend church and serve within walking distance of home. I am the current servant President of the South Side Community Action Network Civic Association and am the Religious Social Services Commissioner for the Columbus South Side Area Commission.

Aaron’s History in Landscaping & Gardening: As an 11-year-old growing up a mile away from where I currently live, I had a paper route that allowed me to connect with residents where I would ask to cut their grass and trim their bushes. I also planted flowers with my mom at our home. At the age of twenty, I started a series of jobs at local landscape nurseries for the next 12 years of my life.

Why Aaron started South Side Family Farms: Under the direction of my church Pastor, to balance the axis of the cross of Church and Community Commitment, I joined the community civic association, South Side Community Action Network (SSCAN). The purpose of SSCAN is to connect residents with solutions. From this, grew the Growing Community and Family Concerns Farm Market. Our goal is to provide a safe, protected garden environment that connects neighborhood seniors and their wisdom with the strength of youth who have become disconnected from our community. It is a place where we begin to reconnect as a neighborhood family. Seniors give guidance and share their experiences on how they have grown backyard gardens to feed their families. They also show young women who are single parents how to cook healthy meals quickly and easily.