Agricultural York

Learn about the people, places and things connected to local agriculture. Each session highlights different organizations within the agricultural community like family farms, wineries, apiaries and Penn State Extension.

This month we will highlight York Fresh Food Farms and the Horn Farm Center.

York Fresh Food Farms

York Fresh Food Farms’ core focus is growing healthy food. They are committed to improving access to affordable, healthy, fresh food for everyone in our community, especially for families living in poverty and in food desert neighborhoods. York Fresh Food Farms is growing food right here in the City of York, making fresh, farm-grown produce available– at affordable prices – so that all members of our community can eat a healthy diet.

Horn Farm Center

An outcome of local efforts to preserve historic York County farmland, the Horn Farm Center serves the community today as a hub for agricultural and ecological education. With a mission to foster ecological learning through land stewardship, community partnership, and hands-on experiences, the nonprofit–based in Hellam–offers year-round classes, events, and volunteer opportunities that connect people with the land. While today’s visitors can learn about regenerative agriculture, environmental restoration, foraging, and locally-based living, the 186-acre farm also bears a rich history reflecting 200 years of York County agriculture.