Kentucky Innovative Farming Network 

  • Urban Farming

    Sign up here to be added to the urban farmers online directory. or click the button below to apply to work as an urban farming associate.

  • Thelmas Garden Academy

    Our next-generation educational program provides vocational training for elementary, middle school, and high school students. We provide Nutrition and Agriculture skills Fueled by S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). Apply below to enroll in our after school program

  • Garden of Eden

    The Garden of Eden project challenges churches to reclaim their prominence, and bringing communities together by becoming a conduit for Food access. Apply below to become a church in our network

Eco-Security Fueled by Nutritional Agriculture

🌱 Revolutionizing Agriculture for a Sustainable Tomorrow!

Welcome to Kentucky Innovative Farming, where we're not just cultivating crops; we're sowing the seeds of a vibrant agricultural legacy for the next generation. As a 501(3)(c) organization nestled under the nurturing embrace of Thelma's Garden Academy Corp, our mission goes beyond the fields – we're on a crusade to transform urban settings into thriving hubs of sustainable agriculture.

🚀 Join the Movement – Elevate Your Understanding of Agriculture

Ready to transcend the ordinary and embrace a future where agriculture meets innovation? Kentucky Innovative Farming beckons you to join the ranks of those who see farming as not just a livelihood but a legacy. Through Thelma's Garden Academy, we're not just educating; we're sculpting stewards of the land, individuals equipped with the skills to navigate the intricate tapestry of modern agriculture.

💡 Rooted in Knowledge, Flourishing in Wisdom

Immerse yourself in a dynamic learning experience that transcends traditional farming. In collaboration with Campbellsville University, Kentucky State University, and the University of Kentucky, we've curated a multi-purpose agricultural haven. It's not just about planting seeds; it's about empowering beginning farmers and urban communities with the technical prowess needed to navigate the ever-evolving world of agriculture.

🌎 Cultivate Tomorrow with Kentucky Innovative Farming

If you're hungry for change, both in your community and on your plate, you're in the right place. Kentucky Innovative Farming is more than a name; it's a commitment to eco-security and nutritional agriculture. Explore the fields of knowledge, sow the seeds of a sustainable legacy, and reap the harvest of a tomorrow we're building today.

🌿 From Soil to Skyline – Establishing Local Food Systems

At Kentucky Innovative Farming, we're architects of change. Our vision extends beyond the rows of crops; we're fostering local food systems that not only offer viable business opportunities but also ignite a revolution in healthy living. Say goodbye to mundane meals – we're on a mission to deliver quality nutritional options straight from our fields to your plate.

🌐 Embark on Your Agricultural Odyssey

Visit us and dive into a world where agriculture is not just a profession – it's a lifestyle. Let's cultivate a future where every seed planted bears the fruits of a healthier, more sustainable world.

Hydroponics & Aquaponics

  • A 12-week instructional course about Aqua/Hydroponic set-up, symbiotic relationship between fish and plants, and processing for food production.

    * Participants will receive a Table-Top System

  • 1.5 hours or more. Contact us for details.

  • Contact us for details

  • Training beginning urban farmers in agricultural food, herbs, and floral farming. Additional classes are offered for farmers who want to understand the urban farming market and business space.

  • 1 .5-hour training

  • The first training is free.

Urban Farming Education

  • Clinical and community research that addresses food insecurity and diet-related chronic diseases.

  • We are currently working with nutritional experts to ensure urban communities are provided with valuable information. Check back soon for more details.

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Nutrition & Healthy Living

Listen up.

It all begins with an idea. Here we share an informative podcast that we have found to help transform food security and nutrition that may benefit you and your community. If you have a podcast that you feel may help others, send a link to the email address on our contact page.