The People's Forum: Vol. 5

Welcome to The People’s Forum! This newsletter has traditionally been for members of our Food Sovereignty Shares Program who receive bi-weekly shares of produce from Neighborhood Foods (NF) Farm. However, we’re now moving it online for anyone who visits the site to enjoy. Whether you are a member of the Food Sovereignty Shares Program, or a passerby, this newsletter is a great way to learn more about Neighborhood Land Power Project’s Food Sovereignty work! 

tHE pEOPLE'S fORUM

8/22/24-8/30/24

After an extremely hot June and July, these cooler August temperatures have been a relief! As we creep closer to September, we are starting to prepare for fall crops including carrots, cabbage, and squash. In the meantime, we are continuing to enjoy summer crops including various types of tomatoes. Read more to learn more about the different varieties we’re growing this season! 

8/22-8/30 Food Sovereignty Shares:  

 For our Food Sovereignty Share Members here’s some of the produce you’ll find in your share. Click the link to find the recipes! 

• Onion 
• Okra 
• Paul Robeson Tomatoes (big) 
• Sungold Tomatoes (small)
• Eggplant 
• Swiss Chard  
• Basil 
• Sage 
• Hot Peppers (Jalafuego and Cayenne)  

Agroecology Adapatations

Whose Paul Robeson and why does he have tomato named after him? Paul Robeson was a giant figure in the 20th century. In addition to being a very popular singer and actor, he was an athlete, lawyer and political activist who fought for the rights of Black and working-class people in the US and worldwide. Robeson also has a special tie to Philadelphia as he spent the last decade of his life living with his sister in West Philly, not far from NF Farm. The house they lived in is kept as a house and museum that honors the Robeson family’s history and legacy.  

The Paul Robeson Tomato is an heirloom tomato (meaning the seeds have been grown for more than 50 years) that was developed and named after Robeson to honor his work and legacy.

Upcoming Events

• On Saturday August 24th from 11am to 2pm we will be having an open house at NF Farm (608 N. 53rd St.). Come through for a day of conversation, food and getting to know NLPP better! 
• On Monday September 9th at 10am we will be holding a cover cropping workshop! Come to NF Farm (608 N. 53rd St.) to learn more about how we prepare the soil and land for the upcoming Fall and Winter.