Growing biodiversity with Microhabitat in Seattle
Seattle has a long and solid history of backyard and community gardening. There has been strong public support and enthusiasm for urban food production as the citizens continue to value educational, social and ecological benefits of urban farming, particularly its ability to unite and educate residents, improve societal understanding of what it takes to grow food and provide ecological services.
Reclaiming sustainability in Seattle
The city has the potential to foster agricultural production and intends to expand and protect urban farming opportunities in the area and MicroHabitat is ready to flourish the metropolis.
The benefits of urban farming
Engagement and wellbeing
Increase satisfaction and engagement by catering to human health and wellness, and engaging with people with a unique source of connection.
Sustainability
Raise awareness about environmental issues with your urban farm that can also help score points for certain sustainability certifications.
Marketing
Leverage your harvest to spread a bit of positivity amongst your network and community, while enhancing the visibility of your innovative initiative.
Growing urban farming as a vibrant sector
Installation, maintenance and harvest drop-off
MicroHabitat’s urban farming service includes the installation and care of an urban farm at your building, and all required certifications, accreditations, and insurances.
Sustainability
Raise awareness about environmental issues with your urban farm that can also help score points for certain sustainability certifications.
Ultra local veggie harvests
Each urban farm yields 300 lbs to 500 lbs of veggies per season, and can be either distributed throughout your community, or donated to local food banks of your choice through our urban solidarity farms initiative.