Corporate & Institutional Urban Farming Initiatives

Urban agriculture isn’t just for individuals and small community groups—corporations, schools, hospitals, and municipalities can also play a vital role in building a more sustainable food system. Golden Carat Farms partners with businesses and institutions to design, implement, and manage urban farming projects that provide fresh food, improve environmental sustainability, and promote community engagement.

• Designing rooftop farms, vertical gardens, and indoor growing systems for corporate campuses
• Developing employee wellness programs through workplace gardens and farm-to-office initiatives
• Helping businesses integrate sustainability goals with regenerative agriculture practices
• Reducing corporate carbon footprints by sourcing fresh, locally grown food for cafeterias and events

• Assisting schools, hospitals, and universities in growing their own fresh produce for meal programs
• Developing farm-to-institution partnerships to source local food for cafeterias and dining halls
• Creating hydroponic, aquaponic, and greenhouse solutions for year-round food production
• Training staff and food service teams on integrating local food into institutional menus

• Conducting feasibility studies to determine the best urban farming model for an organization
• Designing and installing raised bed gardens, rooftop farms, and greenhouse projects
• Providing ongoing management, technical support, and training to ensure project sustainability
• Helping organizations secure funding through grants, sponsorships, and sustainability programs

• Partnering with corporations to fund and support community garden projects
• Organizing employee volunteer days for urban farming initiatives
• Creating corporate-sponsored urban agriculture fellowships and internships
• Building partnerships between businesses and local food justice organizations

• Implementing rainwater harvesting, composting, and waste reduction programs
• Advising on LEED-certified green building designs that incorporate urban agriculture
• Promoting biodiversity and pollinator-friendly plantings in corporate and institutional landscapes
• Using data tracking to measure the social and environmental impact of urban farm projects