FarmTECH
FarmTECH is MHUSD's district farming program. We believe a school district can grow its own produce using environmentally friendly and sustainable practices, educate our students about the values of farming, and work within the community to celebrate local produce. FarmTECH operates our not only our district farm, but partners with school sites to help grow young minds.
Our 2 Freight Farms currently produce all of our district spring mix lettuce used at all schools. These 40ft shipping containers feature a vertical hydroponic grow system. They use less than 5 gallons of water per day growing the equivalent of 2.5 acres of spring mix. We produce over 700lbs of spring mix monthly. The cloud based system allow us to control the lights, humidity, air circulation, temperature, and nutrient dosing from anywhere. Want to know more? Check out our case study.
The 1/3 of an acre farm is an educational oasis for students at San Martin Gwinn. Here assorted fruit trees thrive and grape vines grow vigorously. Students have access to over 25 raised planter beds to plant in. Thoughtful pathways provide access to all students. Our nursery helps to grow seedings and a wonderful shade structure provides space for students to gather and learn. Email our farm team for a tour!
Our FarmTECH district farm is located at Ann Sobrato High School. The district farm is a 2 acre plot of land containing a greenhouse, nursery, raised beds, FFA barn, and land to grow assorted heritage fruit trees, a vineyard, and row crops. Composting, pollinator stations, bees, and a wind generator are all part of the programing for 2024-25. Our greenhouse is currently growing assorted cherry tomatoes and cucumbers, all for the use on our salad bars and chef salads. Follow our social accounts to see what's growing...
We collaborate with small-scale certified organic family farms to source the highest quality organic dairy products. Premium organic milk is the primary ingredient in all of our products. The farmers who supply milk to our Creamery are committed to sustainable organic farming and carbon neutrality. They nourish their families and yours without harming the environment.
Narci Organic Farms is a family business run by Maria and her two daughters, Yesenia and Angelica. Offering fresh and local vegetables and fruits.
As first and second generation immigrants, we bring knowledge from our family’s farming backgrounds and apply them to this soil, where we are the first in our families to own a farm in this country.
Richards Grassfed Beef is certified by the American Grassfed Association and is the first beef company on the west coast to receive the Savory Institute's Ecological Outcome Verified certificate. Our animals are never fed grain, corn products, given antibiotics or growth hormones. Richards Grassfed Beef ranches are dedicated to providing the highest quality care for our animals to reduce stress and ensure proper care and feeding.
Since 2012 in Aromas, California. We are proud to be a small family farm that grows real organic food. We grow a variety of berries, vegetables, and flowers.
Founded over 50 years ago by Akira Nagamine, this organic farm specializes in apples, Asian greens, and Japanese cucumbers. His daughter Janet, a previous physician at Kaiser, now farms the land.
Our overall farming philosophy includes growing our crops as close and harmonious with nature as possible.
