At Nede Cascade Urban Farm, we prioritize sustainable farming, organic practices, and community engagement. Through innovative approaches, we aim to empower our community and promote environmental stewardship.
Meet Jasmine Herndon
We are thrilled to introduce Jasmine Herndon, an accomplished and passionate professional, as the Farm Manager at Nede Cascade Urban Farm. Jasmine brings over nine years of gardening experience and three years of farming expertise to the team, along with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, making her uniquely equipped to integrate scientific principles into sustainable farming practices.
Grants:
- Q2: Applied for Food Well Alliance Labor Stipend ($3,000).
- Q3: Received Food Well Alliance Labor Stipend ($1,500).
New Additions
We now have Rhode Island Red chickens that will soon produce organic brown eggs, expanding our sustainable practices.
Sustainability Practices
Organic Everything
We use plant-based fertilizers and pesticides, bamboo trellises, wood chip mulch, and a drip irrigation system for water conservation.
Waste Management
Waste: (Organic) Composting 50 lbs/month, including plant scraps, leaves, and organic chicken manure. (Non-Organic Waste:) 20 lbs/month picked up biweekly.
Water Usage
Our drip irrigation system minimizes water waste, delivering moisture directly to plant roots to enhance productivity.
Pest Control
We utilize natural solutions, including a mix of Castile soap, neem oil, and water, along with companion planting with marigolds and onions.
Biodiversity on the Farm
Bees, Beetles, and Flies:
- Pollinators like Ladybugs, Soldier Beetles, Yellow Jackets, and Bee Flies support crop health.
Butterflies:
- Monarch, Viceroy, and Tiger Swallowtail butterflies bring biodiversity to the farm.
Birds and Wildlife:
- Birds: Blue Jay, Northern Cardinal, and Cooper's Hawk.
- Animals: White-Tailed Deer and Eastern Wild Turkey.
