a small glimpse of Eat Your Yard Jax's impact on the community over the years.
Tim Armstrong, Founder of Eat Your Yard Jax, Inc. helped Berry Good Farms to grow out of NFSSE’s small garden into the microbusiness training model it is today.
Pictured above: Tim with his students from North Florida School of Special Education.
Jacksonville, Florida
A unique aspect of Eat Your Yard Jax is its commitment to inclusivity. The farm actively employs autistic and special needs individuals, recognizing their value to the organization and the broader community. By doing so, Eat Your Yard Jax promotes diversity and advocates for the inclusion and equal opportunities these individuals deserve.
Education through nature
One of the core missions of Eat Your Yard Jax is to educate people of all ages about the wonders of nature, particularly the art of cultivating food and medicine. The farm offers interactive tours for families and school groups, providing hands-on experiences in planting, harvesting, and understanding the life cycles of various plants. These educational programs foster an appreciation for the environment and teach essential life skills that can be applied in any setting.
One Tree, one herb, one plant at a time
We are passionate about enabling people to grow their food using organic practices. An Urban Agricultural Revolution is going on and we are here to help you get involved! We believe it is possible to incorporate attractive food-producing perennials, trees, and bushes into your landscape. A yard should be more than a postage-stamp sterile environment. It should be a place that feeds mind, body, and spirit, a place to share nature with children, family, and neighbors.