Cottonwood Urban Farm

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Cottonwood Urban Farm

We are a local vegetable farm focussing on the cross section of food, community, and education.

Nestled in the basin of the Tujunga Wash in the North East San Fernando Valley, Cottonwood Urban Farm (CUF) uses creative growing techniques (season extension, intercropping, succession planting, etc) to cultivate a variety of vegetables, fruits and herbs without the use of large scale farm equipment. CUF is currently in a transformational phase of becoming an agricultural enterprise that fulfills

our goals of (1) providing locally grown produce and programming for Panorama City community members; and (2) providing fresh, organic produce to serve the needs of restaurants and chefs that value sustainability. Social responsibility is a value at CUF and currently CUF runs horticulture therapy and education programming for local youth recovering from substance abuse.

10/05/2025

We swear we're not composting Josh... just a great crew of volunteers moving piles and making some compost happen.

If you're interested in volunteering, we are open Saturdays 9am-12pm!

10/02/2025

Unlock your subconscious through creative writing!

Join and for a special script writing workshop under our towering Cottonwood tree! This session will begin with a 30-minute sound bath to foster relaxation and clarity followed by a script writing exercise where you can bridge your conscious and subconscious mind. The session will culminate with a unique activity to release limiting beliefs by composting low-vibrational thoughts and allowing the earth to transform and carry them away.

Link in bio for more info and to RSVP.

09/23/2025

Rockin weekend at the farm as always! Shape Shifting workshop with and , Ask a PT booth with , Milkweed Giveaway with and general awesomeness from our volunteers! See you at the next one!

09/18/2025

This Saturday is jam packed with fun and community awesomeness at CUF!

SHAPESHIFTING WORKSHOP
with &

MILKWEED GIVEAWAY
with &

ASK A PT
with

Come for one come for all!

09/04/2025

Summer is over and fall is here with a great line up of workshops hosted by and ! Check this month's Shape Shifting workshop and discover a new way to connect with nature!

During this workshop, you will begin with a 30-minute sound bath to promote relaxation and inner stillness. In the second part, you'll connect with the trees at Cottonwood Urban Farm through a transformative shape-shifting activity, deepening your bond with the natural world. Together, we’ll engage in a unique communication experience with the trees, enhanced by a compost component that invites everyone to visualize themselves as vital nutrients, enriching the cycle of life and growth. Let’s discover a special way to communicate with nature!

Link in bio to RSVP!

08/25/2025

The mark of a great weekend. Awesome volunteers and chickens.

08/22/2025

Santa Monica Mountains Fund, the official partner nonprofit at the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, is hosting a free narrowleaf milkweed giveaway!
Narrowleaf milkweed is a gorgeous native plant that serves as a host for monarch butterflies to lay their eggs. Monarch caterpillars feed exclusively on milkweed leaves. Help us restore the monarch butterfly population by picking up and caring for your own milkweed plants.

Six to four plants per household will be given out to ensure hungry monarch caterpillars have enough to eat.

Planting instructions and additional info about our nursery: www.samofund.org/milkweed

If you need assistance finding the location of this event or require accessibility accommodations, please contact us:

At least 1 day before: Email us at [email protected]

Day of the event: Call us at (530) 402-3998

En español:

La financiación de estos eventos es posible gracias a una subvención de la supervisora del condado de Los Ángeles, Lindsey P. Horvath.

AVISO:

Solo personas registrados son garantizado algodoncillo
¡Santa Monica Mountains Fund, el socio oficial sin fines de lucro del Área Recreativa Nacional de las Montañas de Santa Mónica, está regalando algodoncillo de hoja estrecha!
El algodoncillo de hoja estrecha es una hermosa planta nativa que sirve como huésped para que las mariposas monarca pongan sus huevos. Las orugas monarca se alimentan exclusivamente de hojas de algodoncillo. Ayúdanos a restaurar la población de mariposas monarca recogiendo y cuidando tus propias plantas de algodoncillo.

Se entregarán cuatro a seis plantas por hogar para garantizar que las hambrientas orugas monarca tengan suficiente para comer.

Instrucciones para plantar su algodoncillo e información adicional sobre nuestro vivero: www.samofund.org/milkweed

Si necesita ayuda para encontrar la ubicación de este evento o necesita adaptaciones de accesibilidad, contáctenos:

Al menos 1 día antes: envíenos un correo electrónico a [email protected]

Día del evento: Llámanos al (530)402-3998

07/26/2025

Another busy day at the farm! Milkweed, sun printing, flowers, veggies, compost and so much much! Including awesome people of course.

Thank you for the pics!

07/22/2025

One more chance to get that awesome free Milkweed!

the official partner nonprofit at the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, is hosting a free narrowleaf milkweed giveaway!

Narrowleaf milkweed is a gorgeous native plant that serves as a host for monarch butterflies to lay their eggs. Monarch caterpillars feed exclusively on milkweed leaves. Help us restore the monarch butterfly population by picking up and caring for your own milkweed plants.

We will be giving away free narrowleaf milkweed at the Cottonwood Urban Farm on in July 26th from 9am-12pm. Six to four plants per household will be given out to ensure hungry monarch caterpillars have enough to eat.

If you need assistance finding the location of this event or require accessibility accommodations, please contact us:

At least 1 day before: Email us at [email protected]

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¡Santa Monica Mountains Fund, el socio oficial sin fines de lucro del Área Recreativa Nacional de las Montañas de Santa Mónica, está regalando algodoncillo de hoja estrecha!
El algodoncillo de hoja estrecha es una hermosa planta nativa que sirve como huésped para que las mariposas monarca pongan sus huevos. Las orugas monarca se alimentan exclusivamente de hojas de algodoncillo. Ayúdanos a restaurar la población de mariposas monarca recogiendo y cuidando tus propias plantas de algodoncillo.

Estaremos regalando algodoncillo de hoja estrecha en la Cottonwood Urban Farm en Panorama City el 26 de Julio del 9 de la mañana hasta las 12 de la tarde. Se entregarán cuatro a seis plantas por hogar para garantizar que las hambrientas orugas monarca tengan suficiente para comer.

Si necesita ayuda para encontrar la ubicación de este evento o necesita adaptaciones de accesibilidad, contáctenos:

Al menos 1 día antes: envíenos un correo electrónico a [email protected]

Día del evento: Llámanos al (530)402-3998

07/11/2025

Join the soil scientists with for a Community Soil Lab event tomorrow (Saturday 7/12)! Participants will study soil and compost health through exciting lab testing and composting activities.

Lab tests include: soil texture, pH, nutrient levels (NPK), microbial levels, and fungi:bacteria (F:B) ratios
Composting activities include: turning piles, temperature and moisture observations, and sifting
You’re welcome to bring ONE soil or compost sample with you for testing during our session (2 cups of material; follow these soil & compost sampling instructions)

What to bring:
Comfortable, breathable clothes & closed toed shoes
Reusable water bottle

Optional: An empty container or bag to take finished compost home (5 gallon bucket recommended)
Optional: One soil or compost sample for testing & your personal insight on the conditions of your sample site (2 cups of material; follow these soil & compost sampling instructions)
Your thinking cap!

Link in bio to rsvp!

07/10/2025

Join us for LA Compost’s Family Fun Day!

Looking for a way to keep the kids engaged this summer while making a difference in your community? LA Compost’s Family Fun Day is the perfect opportunity to blend play with purpose.

These summer events are perfect for families looking to get outside, connect with the community, and learn about soil health together. Happening alongside our active compost hub operations, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how we process the food scraps into healthy compost. Kids will enjoy educational activities, a compost sifting party, and hands-on fun in the soil, all while we capture magical moments together. Light refreshments will be available with some take-home compost. Join us at Cottonwood Urban Farm, Carver Middle School, or Elysian Valley Community Garden for a joyful day of learning, giving back, and learning together.

ACTIVITIES:
Compost Recipe Activity
Soil Painting (incorporating plants from the site)
Newspaper Seed Pot Making
Planting Seeds

MORE INFO:
You will be outdoors! Shade levels vary throughout the day.
This location HAS a bathroom.
We’ll follow up with details via email, so be sure to provide your best contact email when signing up.
About the Event Venue: Family Fun Days will take place on private properties with gated access.

06/21/2025

Summer is officially here! Always be on the lookout for the sunshine and joy that nature gives us everyday.

Address

8380 Ventura Canyon Avenue
Panorama City, CA
91402

Website

http://www.cufarm.org/

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