Fresh Future Farm

I REALLY wanted to like this place and believe in and support their mission. Upon visiting for a volunteer event there were some glaring issues that just didn't make sense. What was stated versus the actual conditions of the property just did not match up. I loved the idea and the goals that are intended - the execution of those ideas and goals left a lot to be desired. There appears to be no rhyme or reason to the layout of the produce plots. The lot itself is absolutely littered with trash, broken or unused equipment and native weeds. I found a brand new mulcher half buried and covered in vines. Several yellow jacket nests, some areas overrun with banana trees or morning glory. I found several baby pools that likely once held crops buried almost a foot deep and overrun with morning glory and blackberry vines. What crops they did have growing looked poorly or had been allowed to spread unattended. No walkways, several heaps of cardboard trash that also contained glass and plastic (so not intended for compost). There were several raised beds that had standing murky water in them. One of which was under what appeared to be a half finished green house with picnic tables, had mosquito larvae floating in it. Toward the back of the property there are holes in the fence that have obviously been damaged by local transients. This is where I found several empty liquor bottles and drug paraphernalia. Rather than criticize or bring attention to what they likely already know about the damage and trash, I scoured the property for an hour and picked up as much trash as I could and disposed of any rotted crops and pulled some vines. My heart breaks for anything and anyone involved with this place. They're either severely short handed or misguided. Not sure which is the case. I just pray that they continue to reach out for volunteers to get the place back in order. And that the animals that are intended to end up on this property are treated with respect and cared for better than the crops are. I would be more than willing to return as many times as needed to help them get the place back in shape. I also would love to help with the chickens they intend to bring to the property so they properly protect and care for those animals. I wrote this review to hopefully get some answers and have them reach out to me for more volunteer work as needed. I love the idea and the message, I just think they need A LOT more help. 💗

What a cool place! Fresh produce grown right in North Charleston - super cool people running it. Check out their website to see what produce they're currently offering.

I've attended two workshops with Fresh Future Farm and found both to be very informative. The classes are very well done and full of rich information. They are doing so much good in the Charleston, SC community while also raising awareness about other great farmers around the country. I look forward to visiting their grocery store and supporting this business!

I took my science class to the farm and we had an awesome time ! Ms Jermaine told us her story on what inspired her to start the farm! Providing fresh produce to a community that does not have much access to fresh produce was one of her aspirations! My students were able to harvest sugar from fresh sugar cane grown on the farm! Amazing time today at Fresh Future Farm!

Friendly people and fresh produce! Please support!

Saw the story on the Food Network, my husband and I will be visiting from Philadelphia... nothing like a great story, especially with amazing people who truly show what humanity should be all about...

Fresh produce--much of it grown on-site; a variety of additional grocery items; workshops & tours about gardening/farming, nutrition, cooking; volunteer opportunities; and friendly community vibes!

Do u guys do work for 12 yr olds like I’m so broke😭😭😭

I adore this entire concept and neighborhood feel of Fresh Future Farm. This is a small, locally owned farm that provides fresh produce and food items in an area that would be considered a "food desert". As soon as we walked up we were greeted and given a tour of the farm and provided information about current and future goings ons. Inside of the small store located on the grounds was an assortment of their fruits, veggies, eggs, nuts etc. After visiting and hearing all the positive things going on at this farm we will defiantly be back for fresh eggs and produce.

A small working farm with a store that sells fresh produce grown on site. Today, I purchased an heirloom tomato and cucumber, some Malabar spinach, bell peppers, and chiles. The store supplements the harvest of its own farm with additional (mostly regionally grown) produce, as well as dry goods and frozen items to round out the selection. You are welcome to walk among the crops to see for yourself what will be coming to the store shelves next. The store building, border fence, and various structures throughout the farm are colorfully painted, which creates a cheerful atmosphere that is matched by the pleasant disposition of the folks who run the farm and store.

I volunteer at the farm so I'm not sure my review counts. But the payoff is being part of their dynamic energy. They sell fruits and vegetables grown chemical free on the grounds. Vine ripened. Picked to order. Their eggs can't get much fresher. They take customer service to a new level. Don't take my word for it. Visit. Taste. Buy. You'll be back.

Super cute store and extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff. Will definitely be visiting again.

Finally a small grocery store in the neighborhood I work in, Today for the 1st time EVER I was able to buy a piece of fruit (a peach to be exact but thought about a Mango, but went with the peach) as a snack, of course I grabbed a few other items, Fresh Black berries that were picked this morning from the awesome bushes right outside the store. and a few basic items for my dinner tonight. Thanks for opening a great store in MY Neighborhood.