The Farm at Butler
On a one-acre plot of land, The Farm at Butler is an ongoing sustainable agriculture project that serves a wide range of roles on campus and in the community.
It aims to teach people about growing produce using methods that are healthy for both humans and the Earth. It promotes research and place-based learning, and through the lens of food, it provides opportunities for students across all disciplines to connect with science in a meaningful way.
Julia Angstmann Named 2022 AASHE Sustainability Award Winner
Dr. Julia Angstmann, Director of the Center for Urban Ecology and Sustainability (CUES), has been recognized as a winner of the 2022 Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) Sustainability Awards in recognition of her work to help lead higher education to a more sustainable future. “The 2022 AASHE Sustainability Award winners…
Getting To The Root of It: How Butler’s One-Acre Farm Has Evolved In a Decade
Since 2010, The Farm at Butler has been a place for people to connect with the world and one another.
Farming Full-Time: How Tim Dorsey Discovered the World Through Agriculture
Butler’s self-taught Farm Manager brings a fresh perspective to growing food.
A Crash Course on Nature-Focused, Hands-In-The-Dirt Growing
The Farm goes beyond just sticking to organic methods, taking cues from nature to create a diverse space.
Sustainability on the Syllabus
As The Farm shifts to a primary focus on education, classes across the Butler curriculum find ways to use the space.
A Model for Urban Farming in Indianapolis
The Farm at Butler leads educational tours for local organizations, up-and-coming farmers, and students of all ages.
So, Where Does All The Food Go?
Selling produce across campus and the nearby community, The Farm promotes healthy eating and top-notch flavor.
