Urban Farming and Food Justice with Owen Lynch

From prison to produce. This episode dives into the critical work of Restorative Farms, led by Director Owen Lynch, to combat the food desert crisis by creating a path to meaningful employment for those seeking a fresh start. Lynch's organization goes beyond simply growing food, focusing on planting careers through paid vocational training; this leads to incredible success stories where program graduates, including those leaving jail, secure stable, high-value jobs as farmers and agricultural trainers.