ABQ: Old Town Farm

ALBUQUERQUE

Old Town Farm

A valley runs through Downtown Albuquerque along the Rio Grande. For many generations farming has been located along the river. So while most people would think of the city center as being urban, a surprising amount of crops are still grown and livestock kept in more rural sections. These areas include the Biopark Heritage Farm, where food is raised to feed animals at the zoo, as well as the zoo itself.

In addition, front yard vegetable patches, neighborhood gardens, and backyard chickens are increasing in popularity in the denser urban areas.

Pictured above is the Old Town Farm, located in the neighborhood of West Old Town, which is not surprisingly, west of Rio Grande boulevard and the Old Town Plaza. CSA memberships are available and produce is sold at local farmers markets.