Brief History

The PFP began in 1999 as a community farm with a commitment to education and food justice. The first season, 70 Community Support Agriculture (CSA) shareholders enjoyed produce from three acres of reawakened farmland leased from Vassar College.  Eleven years on, some 400 families are shareholders that take home 75% of the 60 tons of Certified Naturally Grown produce grown on 10 acres.  The other 25% is distributed through our Food Share program, which is aimed at addressing hunger and increasing access to affordable, nutritious food to enhance our community. The PFP’s 10 acres are the base for transformative educational experiences for learners of all ages. Hundreds of people benefit each year from our experiential educational programs and countless more are inspired and rejuvenated in more informal and quiet ways.