Zawadi Farm

08/30/2025

Flowers are in full bloom at our Downsview Park location
Incredible work
Find the flowers at our weekend markets or come on through to the farm and experience the magic

07/14/2025

Food and Culture as Healing:
A Community Garden Rooted in Mental Wellness

Zawadi Farm was honored to join our partners and community members at Victory Hall in Mississauga to launch our collaborative project:
“Food and Culture as Healing: An Intergenerational Community Garden to Address the Burden and Impacts of Type-2 Diabetes in Black Low-Income Communities.”

This initiative reflects the core of our mission—land-based healing as a pathway to mental well-being, food sovereignty, and cultural reconnection.

Across biweekly sessions, we will facilitate hands-on training, cultivate Afro-diasporic crops, and hold space for elders and youth to connect through food, memory, and movement.

The raised beds at Victory Park are just the start—what we are truly building is resilience.

Key Mental Health Benefits:

Hands-in-the-soil activities reduce anxiety and foster emotional grounding

Predictable routines support mental regulation and trauma recovery

Intergenerational participation strengthens identity and belonging

Project Collaborators:
Black Health & Social Services Hub
Ascention Our Lord Catholic Secondary School
– Institute for Better Health

Network for Healthy Populations
Zawadi Farm Education Team

We thank our collaborators and community advisors for shaping this project with care. This is what a garden grown in justice looks like.

05/16/2025

At Zawadi Farm, every certificate tells a story—of growth, responsibility, and transformation.
Through our partnership with TDSB, we’re planting more than seeds. We're nurturing the next generation of soil stewards, urban growers, and city farmers. These young minds aren't just learning how to grow food—they're learning how to care for the land, their community, and their future.

Each participant leaves our program with new knowledge, new purpose, and a certificate that recognizes their power to reshape our food systems from the roots up.

Let’s build a food-resilient Toronto, together.

05/13/2025

At Zawadi Farm, everything begins with the soil.

Today marks an exciting step forward—we’ve partnered with and to build a healthier future from the ground up. Together, we're establishing a baseline soil analysis—a starting point to understand what lives beneath our feet, what it needs, and how we can steward it better.

Why does this matter?
Soil isn’t just dirt. It’s a living ecosystem that feeds our crops, stores carbon, filters water, and supports biodiversity. Healthy soil means nutrient-rich food, resilient plants, and a more climate-secure future.

By learning from and alongside fellow farmers, we’re committed to:

Reducing tillage and disturbance
Boosting organic matter
Encouraging microbial life

Creating a system that gives back more than it takes

This isn't just about growing food—it's about regenerating life.

Follow along as we document our journey into soil health—because what we grow above depends on what we care for below.

04/28/2025

Today our Zawadi Land Stewardship team is at North Albion Collegiate Institute, working alongside their amazing students to bring new life to their courtyard!
Part of our courtyard rehabilitation project, this collaboration is all about growing community, resilience, and green spaces together.

04/23/2025

Thank you for your trust and your time Polaris Transportation Group.

03/05/2025

Hey, Toronto—ever wonder what would happen if our grocery stores suddenly ran out of the fresh fruits and veggies we love?

Here’s a surprising truth: big supermarkets often have only about three days of stock, much of which depends on imports crossing our borders daily.

If those borders close or something disrupts supply, we could see empty shelves faster than you’d think.

But there’s hope. Studies show that smaller, local farms are more reliable in times of crisis because they don’t rely on long-haul trucks or international shipments.

They can adapt quickly, grow various crops, and deliver them straight to the community—fresher and with fewer food miles.

At Zawadi Farm, we’re part of that solution. We’re a local, small-scale farm working hard to grow nutritious fruits and vegetables for our neighbors. By supporting local farms like ours, you help:

Strengthen Food Security: Each lettuce head, tomato, or pepper grown locally is one less item we have to import or risk losing when borders close.

Boost the Local Economy: Instead of sending that money elsewhere, every dollar spent on local produce supports your region’s farmers, families, and small businesses.

Enjoy Fresher, Healthier Produce: We harvest at the peak of flavor, so your weekly box arrives tasting amazing, bursting with vitamins, and lasting longer in your fridge.

Imagine a Toronto that isn’t scrambling for supplies in the face of sudden disruptions. A city where grocery shelves stay stocked because we have robust local farms ready to deliver. That’s the world we’re building—one CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) share at a time.

When you sign up for Zawadi Farm’s CSA program, you invest in a stronger, more resilient community and enjoy better-tasting produce.

Ready to join us? Drop a comment or visit our profile link to learn more about how you can support local and keep Toronto thriving!

02/23/2025

Shout out to and many other land stewards

Tag in the comments any land stewards that need visibility 🙏🏿

It takes a village to feed this city

02/15/2025

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11/29/2024

Introducing: The Original Fun Guys Merch Collection

We are excited to announce the launch of our brand-new merchandise, now available at shop.zawadi.farm!

Our design, "The Original Fun Guys," Designed by the very talented , is inspired by the incredible fungal networks that thrive beneath the soil.

These networks are a vital part of nature that connect, nourish, and sustain life. At Zawadi Farm, we see ourselves as part of this interconnected ecosystem, dedicated to growing food, fostering community, and nurturing the land.
Fungi symbolize resilience and regeneration; they break down the old to create a foundation for the new—just as we strive to do through our sustainable farming practices and commitment to building strong local food systems.

Every purchase from our shop directly supports Zawadi Farm's mission of connecting people with the land, providing fresh local food, and educating the community about sustainability.

Join us in celebrating connection and the foundation of life—shop now and show your support for a healthier, more sustainable future!

Visit shop.zawadi.farm to explore our collection.

Together, we grow stronger.

11/29/2024

We’re super excited to launch our Merch website, packed with Original Fun Guys gear that’s perfect for the gifting season!

Dive into the fun and snag your favorites now at https://shop.zawadi.farm/

Don’t miss out on the joy!

Zawadi Farm

11/23/2024

INTRODUCING our new logo

The Zawadi Farm logo reflects our growth, sustainability, and empowerment mission. It’s more than just a design—it's a story of connection and purpose.

The hexagonal shape symbolizes efficiency and adaptability, inspired by nature's most resourceful designs. The tree represents growth, rooted in tradition and sustainability, while its vibrant branches embody innovation and future possibilities.

The fields and urban elements highlight our mission to bridge communities with accessible food systems, rehabilitate growing spaces, and cultivate the next generation of growers.

Our approach is simple: integrate what we have, replicate what works, and build a foundation for future growth.

This is the heart of Zawadi Farm.