“Nestling seeds into warm soil, pruning revolutionary tomato plants, swimming in the pond that the land allowed us to have I was reminded that when we work together towards a shared dream, the land gives us its blessing and we…
Love Notes – SOULstice, BIPOC FIRE, and the height of the season
“If we can grow food together and feed ourselves, what else can we do together? The sweet potatoes, watermelon and spring onions are just a way to bring us together. Who knows what this will spin off?” Rev. Dr. Heber…
Love Notes – Our CSA begins, laughing with youth, and uprooting racism in the food system
“You can’t separate peace from freedom because no one can be at peace unless he has his freedom.” Malcolm X Yesterday marked the first day of our 2019 CSA! 105 families will be receiving weekly produce from us all season.…
Love Notes – Spring brings us showers, inspiration, and connections
“A Small Needful Fact” by Ross Gay Is that Eric Garner worked for some time for the Parks and Rec. Horticultural Department, which means, perhaps, that with his very large hands, perhaps, in all likelihood, he put gently into the…
Love Notes – Welcoming spring, new staff, and new connections
“To grow your own food gives you power and dignity.” Karen Washington At the end of March, our 2019 staff and NEFOC coordinators Stephanie and Çaca convened at Wildseed for laughter and shared meals at our annual staff retreat. We…
Love Notes – Connecting with BIPOC farmers and preparing for our season
“Truth, to me, goes beyond just being honest with others, but with yourself as well. My mom always told me that if you can’t be true to yourself, you will be lost in your journey.” Maryori Marie Conde Soul Fire…
Love Notes – BIPOC FIRE and Builders Immersion, support farmworkers and black farmers
“When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.” ~ Audre Lorde Shot from Taina Asili’s music documentary. “A big part of…
Love Notes – 2018 Annual Report, new job posting, and BIPOC FIRE applications are open!
“It really boils down to this: that all life is interrelated. We are all caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied into a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly… We aren’t going to have…
Love Notes – Winter Rest, Reflections, and Reparation Map Victories
“The land loves us back. She loves us with beans and tomatoes, with roasting ears and blackberries and bird songs. By a shower of gifts and a heavy rain of lessons. She provides for us and teaches us to provide…
Love Notes – Farming While Black, BUGS, Sovereignty and Solidarity
“I often feel disconnected from nature in my day-to-day life. As I prepare and eat the amazing food; drink in the beautiful photographs; read the inspiring, educational and uplifting writings, Soul Fire Farm Share membership has nourished me body, mind…