Growing Communities is a grassroots social enterprise dedicated to creating a sustainable, local food system that benefits both people and the planet. Based in Hackney, London, the initiative began in the late 1990s as a response to growing concerns about industrial food production and its impact on health, communities, and the environment. Driven by the belief that a better food system starts at the local level, Growing Communities developed innovative projects such as a veg box scheme, urban market gardens, and the Stoke Newington Farmers’ Market. These initiatives connect local growers with consumers, support small-scale sustainable farming, and reduce reliance on industrial supply chains. By empowering communities to take control of their food systems, Growing Communities demonstrates that grassroots action can create healthier, fairer, and more resilient ways of feeding people while tackling the climate crisis.
Location
London, UK
Website
https://growingcommunities.orgPhoto credits
Growing Communities
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Rob Hopkins
