This Unique Cincinnati Farm Is Completely Indoors And Will Change The Way You See Food
By Andrea Limke|Published July 20, 2019
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A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
The core of Cincinnati is fairly urban with surrounding suburbs, but you don’t have to travel far to reach local farms that are producing a variety of items. Farming is one of the oldest and most necessary industries in our world, and many changes have had to take place over the years for a myriad of reasons. Many believe that we must find new ways to grow our food and there is a local spot in our city that takes this very seriously. 80 Acres Farms is an indoor farm in Cincinnati that has taken urban farming to a whole new level. It is completely indoors and grows everything by using 100% renewable energy, with 97% less water, and zero pesticides. 80 Acres Farms will change the way you see food and you’ll taste the difference in the first bite.
When you think of a farm, you likely picture the sprawling properties outside of Cincinnati that grow produce, raise animals, and may even invite visitors for seasonal events.
While there is plenty to love about these places, did you know that the world's first fully automated indoor farm is located in the heart of urban Cincinnati? 80 Acres Farms is tucked away on Estes Avenue in Winton Place, and aside from this eye-catching mural, you may not know it exists. (Side note: Learn more about the illustrator and author who created this artwork here.)
80 Acres Farms is leading the way when it comes to indoor farming and their goal is to honor the hard-working spirit of the American farmer, while developing a forward-thinking approach to growing food.
This farm may not look like your typical corn field, but imagine a collection of plants and crops grown in an environment that has been created to optimize taste, while simultaneously supporting the environment.
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This indoor farm in Cincinnati (which also has a few other locations) grows everything without the use of pesticides.
These foods are grown, harvested, and packaged right in our own backyard. The freshness and quality is remarkable and again the taste is recognizably different.
In addition to selling them at a variety of vendors, the farm shares healthy recipes through their Facebook page which is filled with delicious ideas. See all of them here.
The farm's produce can be found in this packaging and you can be assured that it was picked just a short time ago.
They aim to make their food accessible and the farm is growing (both food and as a business) at a rapid rate. This is a great place to follow along with to see all they will bring to the future of food in our area and the country.
If you'd like to get your hands and forks on this produce, there are a few local places you can find it.
Right now, they sell their entire line of products at both Jungle Jim's locations, Clifton Market, and the Dorothy Lane Markets around Dayton. They also have a smaller selection available at Whole Foods Market, Madison's at Findlay Market, and online through Local Food Connection and Green Bean Delivery.
80 Acres Farms does offer tours from time to time, so also be sure to follow along on Facebook for any upcoming events.
It's becoming more and more important to know where your food comes from, and you can feel great about any produce grown at 80 Acres Farms. This indoor farm in Cincinnati is changing the way we see food and is likely to change the way we all buy our produce as time goes on.
80 Acres Farms is working hard to continue the tradition of growing and farming but in a future-minded, innovative way. You can see and taste the difference in the produce from this indoor farm in Cincinnati and it will be incredibly interesting to watch it literally grow as time goes on. Did you know about this revolutionary indoor farm in Winton Place? Have you tried their produce? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!
For more information on 80 Acres Farms, including upcoming events, recipes, and more, visit its website here and follow along on Facebook here.
Address: 4535 Este Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45232
And for another farm in the heart of urban Cincinnati, check out our previous article here.
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