The number of urban farms in Greater Columbus has increased more than fivefold from seven in 2014 to 35-plus today.
Gardening is one of the most popular hobbies throughout the United States and here in Greater Columbus. The pandemic only heightened interest in all types of gardening activities includingin urban areas such as Columbus. It is estimated that there are more than 200 community gardens of all types and sizes in Greater Columbus, with many of these gardens producing food crops such as fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
Urban farming is also proliferating in Greater Columbus, with the number of urban farms increasing from seven in 2014 to more than 35 urban farms operating today.It is sometimes difficult to tell the difference between a garden and a farm in an urban landscape. Urban farms obviously look different than conventional farms located in rural locations.
Conversely, an urban farmer produces food to be marketed to others, either as a for-profit business or as a social enterprise. A social enterprise is an operation which exists to address community needs such as food insecurity, job training, or neighborhood development. Many of the urban farms operating in Greater Columbus today operate as a social enterprise to
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