8/31/2012 10:37:00 AM

NYC Local Eats: Eight Urban Farms in The Big Apple

Brooklyn Grange
For some of the freshest produce available, New Yorkers need look no further than their own backyard - or rooftop. The practice of urban farming has grown exponentially over the past few years and shows no sign of slowing down; hydroponic greenhouse company Brightfarms has announced plans for the nation’s largest rooftop farm, which will span 100,000 acres atop an old navy warehouse in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. From existing commercial rooftop gardens to community-run farms, we take a look at some of New York’s top urban gardens. Click though the below slideshow to see how to visit and where to taste the best of their crop.


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