Location: Brownsville, Brooklyn
Students: 553
Annual Production: 6,300 lbs
Year Launched: 2018
Co-located School: P.S. 298 – Dr. Betty Shabazz
This farm was part of the school’s focus on urban agriculture, health, and wellness, which included its Hope Cafe, where students and staff could purchase healthy breakfast and lunch options.
Now a TFFJ Legacy Site, BCMSA&T previously operated a student-run Fresh Food Box program. In 2019, BCMSA&T students established their own TFFJ Youth Staff, leading initiatives like transforming their annual bake sale fundraiser into a farm stand offering fresh produce.
Major Funder: Community Care of Brooklyn
Community Partners: East Brooklyn Mutual Aid
“In our community, the food sold in stores is processed. The hydroponic farm, for me, is for my students to have an awareness of what’s possible here in Brownsville. Empowering my students with knowledge that they can have fruits and vegetables in their diet every day is amazing and the possibilities are endless.”
