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Urban agriculture has gained popularity over the last few years. There is a growing demand for fresh, local produce. In Brooklyn, this demand is being met in part by the 65,000-sq.-foot roof of the Brooklyn Grange Farm. This working farm on the roof of the Brooklyn Navy Yard is trying to achieve economies of scale and turn a profit. The farm, which employs 5, has sold over 40,000lbs of vegetables to restaurants, CSA members and directly to the public via farmstands. The farm has recently expanded to include egg-laying hens and bees. (Macleans)
Image from Macleans
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