About the Program
The UMass Lowell Farm Share Program, presented through the Rist Institute for Sustainability and Energy, offers a custom pre-boxed weekly share of fresh, certified REAL Organic produce from Clark Farm with weekly add-ons highlighting community partners and urban agriculture partner, Mill City Grows. The Farm Share Program offers a 12-week summer share, a 12-week fall share, and a 24-week growing season share (June-November). All shares are exclusively available to UMass Lowell students, faculty, and staff.
Each week, members can expect their shares to include a variety of assorted seasonal crops, herbs harvested from the campus rooftop gardens, as well as additional items sourced from local community partners. Farm Share members will have access to Clark Farm's weekly newsletter, pick-your-own fields for select in-season crops (blueberries, strawberries, beans, flowers, etc.), full, daily access to Clark Farm daily to explore the grounds, a series of exclusive events offered only to the UMass Lowell Farm Share community. Our members will have exclusive access to site visits, events, and educational opportunities directly with our community partners.
To be considered for the Farm Share Program, please complete the application form during the application time period. Please note that participation in the program is limited, and we expect high demand. Following the application period, your participation status will be confirmed and Sustainability will outline next steps regarding payments and pick-ups.