The Journey of Our Work
The projects we’ve delivered at Black Growth reflect the diversity, creativity and ambition of our community.
CSA Scheme
Spring-Autumn 2025
We piloted a Community Supported Agriculture scheme, delivering veg bags to Croydon locals every 2 weeks.
1st Black Farmer's Market
Autumn 2022
We launched the UK's first Black Farmer's Market in Brixton with 3,000 visitors and 5 traders selling out.
Handmade Condiments
Summer 2025
We created a chutney, pickle and relish all made from produce in our market garden then sold at our Farmer's Markets.
Roots x BGCIC Harvest Festival
Summer 2025
Co-created with Roots Allotments, we hosted a harvest festival involving an urban farm tour, African Drumming and mini market.
Black Farmer's Market 2025
Autumn 2025
In collaboration with Brixton Bid, we hosted our 5th Farmer's Market and sold our fresh produce for the first time.
Community Day
Summer 2025
Our Community Day in July was our biggest turnout involving garlic braiding, family meals and growing knowledge exchange.
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Somerset House Exhibition: SOIL
Spring 2025
Funded by The Nest, a short film about the journey and identity of Black Growth CIC was displayed at the SOIL Exhibition 2025.
Myatt's Fields Park Wellness Festival
2024-2025
Two successful wellness festivals at Myatt's Fields Park combining our Black Farmer's Market with nature-based and creative workshops.
Black Small Business Network
2022-2025
Through hosting high-footfall, impactful events for traders, we’ve built a strong, trusted network of Black-owned businesses who consistently trade with us.
Croydon Jonkonnu Food Parntership
Autumn 2025
The Croydon Jamaican Jonkonnu Queen used Black Growth CIC produce to embellish her amazing presence at Croydon Harvest.
Secured Land at Roots Allotments
Winter 2024
We were gifted land from Roots Allotments to further our mission of restoring the relationship between Black people and land.
ORFC in the Field at OrganicLea
Spring 2025
Our Market Garden Lead representing Black Growth CIC at Oxford Real Farming Conference, discussing routes to market for urban growers and access for consumers.
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Children's Programme
Spring 2025
A group of children from Reaching Higher Youth Charity visited our Market Garden and assisted with creative signage for our polytunnel, shed and food beds.
2023 Black Farmer's Market
Autumn 2023
Located on Brixton Station Road for the second time, we hosted a market in September and October with beautiful weather.
London Docklands Mini Market
Summer 2024
During we worked with a one trader and London Docklands Museum for their Family Festival of Caribbean Culture.
6,000 Signatures
Autumn 2024
We created a petition to bring back our Black Farmer's Market to Brixton Station Road and over 6000 people signed it.