LOWELL — Nestled in a corner of Pawtucketville, and accessed via a one-lane dirt path barely visible between towering pine trees, sits an urban oasis called the Big Urban Farm. The four-acre space — ...

While many people think of rural landscapes as agricultural hubs, more and more people are realizing the benefits of growing food, flowers, and fiber in urban spaces. Urban cores and peri-urban spaces ...

The Fifth Annual Urban Farm Day will be held on Saturday, August 16. This year’s event features over 21 urban farms. It’s a self-guided tour (not tickets required) that runs from 10am to 3pm, rain or ...

Fruit and vegetables grown on urban farms, which are often touted as a healthier and more sustainable, are often more carbon-intensive than conventionally grown food, according to research published ...

Urban farming is often heralded as a practical solution to food deserts, providing fresh produce to communities where unjust urban planning and policy have limited access to nutritious options. But ...