Sweetwater Organic Farm
Sweetwater Organic Community Farm was established in 1995 as a nonprofit community-supported urban organic farm and environmental education center in Tampa, Florida. We are located on 6 acres of suburban property along the Sweetwater Creek in Tampa’s Town ‘n’ Country neighborhood, in Hillsborough County, Florida. Sweetwater Farm is not in Pasco County, but it has served as a consultant helping local organic farmers. It is a great example of a successful community garden project
We operate a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Membership program,Sweetwater Sunday Farmers’ Market and Music Series open to the public, educational field trip programs for visiting groups, farm tours, workshops, outdoor movies, seasonal events, volunteer opportunities and more!
At Sweetwater, community members come together to grow and enjoy fresh organic food, acquire sustainable living skills, support local agriculture, enjoy nature, make new friends and be a part of the community.
What is Organic?
Organic refers to a specific method of growing and processing foods, and is defined as produce grown, packaged and stored without the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides or irradiation. Instead, organic farmers use a blend of old and new technologies and scientific research to balance the Earth’s natural ecosystem. They work with nature to build and replenish the nutrients in the soil through crop rotations, composting and cultivation. This encourages healthy soils which produce healthy plants that are naturally more pest and disease resistant.
What does it mean to be Certified Organic?
To be considered “certified organic” under the Code of Federal Regulations 7 CFR Part 205, products must meet the following standards:
– No harmful chemicals have been applied to the land for at least three years.
Sweetwater Organic Farm
6942 West Comanche Ave
Tampa, Florida 33634
