It’s difficult to replicate the awarding feeling of going outside, wandering around a farm, and handpicking your very own collection of fresh vegetables. It’s something not a lot of people have had the chance to do, but it’s once again a reality here in Tucson.
For the first time in a couple of years, Tucson Village Farm has brought back its U-Pick Market at 4210 N. Campbell Ave.
The urban farm, which a program of the Pima County Cooperative Extension and the University of Arizona, shared the following gratitude toward the local community after its first successful market:
“We so appreciated the love, encouragement, and support after our long break. People came out in record numbers so bear with us as we adjust to the newfound demand for local delicious veggies after our long hiatus.”
The U-Pick Market is held on Tuesdays from 4 – 6 p.m. at the “Little Farm” on Campbell Avenue across from Trader Joe’s. If you’re curious about what they’ve got available to harvest, check out Tucson Village Farm on Instagram or Facebook the morning of.
Additionally, they host activities for the kids, too, like adding compost to a garden bed or planting certain vegetables on-site. Prices are by the pound and are based on standard farmers’ market prices.
Tucson Villager Farm is located at 4210 N. Campbell Ave. in front of the Pima County Cooperative Extension office. For more information, call (520) 621-1006 or visit tucsonvillagefarm.org.
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