Small Farms and Urban Agriculture
Small Farm Conservation Program
Partnering with Small Farmers in the Western Lake Erie Basin
The Allen County SWCD is working in affiliation with the Natural Resource Conservation Service to provide resources for small farms within the Indiana portion of the Western Lake Erie Basin (WLEB).
What’s Available?
Free Soil Sampling
Site Visits to Identify Concerns
Plant and Pest Recommendations
Cover Crop Seed and Pollinator Resources
Free Rental of Small Farm Equipment Trailer
Who is eligible?
Small farms and community gardens within the following counties:
Adams – Allen – Dekalb – Elkhart – LaGrange – Noble – Steuben
Flourish Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne residents can grow food and improve their soil’s health right at home. Whether you already have a garden or are just getting started, this program offers hands-on workshops and other resources to support healthy, productive gardens in backyards.
Free Tools
Soil Testing
Soil tests show which nutrients are in the soil. With the results, we give recommendations for healthier soil and better food production.
Equipment Bundles
All participants in this program will receive their own tools for gardening. This will include an array of hand tools, seeds, and irrigation equipment.
Compost Delivery
You can boost your soil’s health by adding compost before winter. This helps to protect the soil and add nutrients.
This program supports neighborhoods shown on the map that experience limited access to healthy food and face greater risks due to a long history of uneven investment and opportunity.
