BK Farmyards

Founded by Stacey Murphy, this Brooklyn-based initiative began as a response to the urban need for local food production and economic stimulation. Over the years, it has garnered attention from major media outlets like Fast Company, New York Magazine, and the New York Times. The network has evolved to include partnerships with developers, homeowners, and city agencies to transform idle land into productive farmyards.

The network employs a nimble strategy, growing food in under-utilized urban spaces. By converting private yards and vacant lots into small-scale farms, it reconnects farmers and consumers as co-producers of the foodscape. The focus is on organic farming methods, seasonal eating, and biodiversity. Residents can subscribe to receive fresh produce directly from these urban farmyards, fostering a local food network that supports the health of the community and the environment.

In addition to farming, the network emphasizes educational initiatives around food storage, preparation, and food democracy. It aims to bring communities together through neighborhood dinner parties and other social events centered on food. Stacey Murphy, the founder, is also involved in regenerative design thinking and has been featured in various media for her innovative approaches to urban farming and sustainable architecture.