Hop-Skip Farm Kids

This Idea shares some of the themes incorporated into the Sustainable Urban Farming Initiative. 

Idea Overview

Half hour children's TV show about urban farms based and taped in Pgh shown nationally. Coordinated with local organizations, schools and the Organization of Farming Urbanites, to start farming and educational facilities

Idea Round Up Concept Sheet

Who worked on idea?

Tricia and Brian

What is the idea?

Half hour children's TV show about urban farms based and taped in Pgh shown nationally. Coordinated with local organizations, schools and the Organization of Farming Urbanites, to start farming and educational facilities

How would idea work?

• Locate or gather inner-city youth working on farms to spotlight their methods and show to the world
• Marketed to schools and organizations
• Use a website, magazine, workshops and volunteers for produce as outreach
• Farms built on abandoned and donated lots, which are sustained by local sponsors

Pluses:

• Cultural integration
• Environmental appreciation
• Educational media
• Affordable produce
• Teaches life skills and sustainability
• Supports local economy

Concerns:

• Funding
• Participation

Community opportunities:

• Youth
• Schools
• Local organizations and corporations
• Farmers and gardeners
• Concerned parents