New Roots Urban Farm

Episode 4 October 16, 2024 00:55:51
New Roots Urban Farm
Tangled Taproot
New Roots Urban Farm

Oct 16 2024 | 00:55:51

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Show Notes

What if the solution to food insecurity could be found right in the heart of urban neighborhoods?  

Join us as we uncover the remarkable journey of Antajuan Adams and Mina Aria, the inspiring force behind New Roots Urban Farm in North St. Louis. Antajuan and Mina are not only transforming landscapes but also reshaping the concept of "food apartheid" by highlighting systemic injustices and championing community self-reliance. Their volunteer-driven sanctuary is as much about sowing seeds as it is about cultivating empowerment, with an innovative pay-what-you-can model that ensures everyone in the community can relish fresh, nutritious food. 

Through candid conversations and insightful stories, we explore the challenges and triumphs of Black urban farmers striving to secure resources and build sustainable futures. From household essentials to community events, New Roots is redefining what it means to engage a community around food. Together with his partners, Antajuan envisions a future where urban farming not only feeds but also heals, educates, and empowers entire communities. Join us as we celebrate the resilience, creativity, and generosity that Antajuan, Mina, and their fellow farmers are sowing into the very fabric of North St. Louis. 

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