Projects
PermaCultivate works to develop exciting sustainability projects related to the areas of food, energy, water, zero waste, and other important urban challenges. All of our projects integrate education and community development as we work to address these issues while building successful models for further implementation.
Reading Roots Farm & Learning Center
Our first major project is the Reading Roots Farm and Learning Center, which is slated to begin in 2011 in the City of Reading. We will be running intensive food production using sustainable methods on two sites: the greenhouse in City Park and 601 Canal St. Our goal is to provide fresh and nutritious produce for the city and its surrounding boroughs while also educating the community on permaculture practices that can be used in homes and businesses.
Our farm will feature a stand at the Penn St Market starting in June, where you can purchase just-harvested items from the farm and support our work here in the city. We plan on offering fresh greens, herbs, flowers, and an assortment of specialty items as our farm grows. If there’s something you’re looking for, simply let us know!