Our Programs
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Saticoy Sowers
This 8-week program is designed for prospective farmers who are interested in growing food at home to sell. As part of this 8-week course, Saticoy Food Hub offers regenerative, urban agriculture education and provides the tools needed to get started in feeding our community!
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History
Saticoy Sowers began in 2022 as a response to prospective Saticoy Farmers Market vendors seeking space for food production and operations training. With an initial curriculum developed in 2023 by UCSB Environmental Studies students led by Ava Abeck, and later expanded by Food Access Coordinator Kim Aguilar and California Climate Action Corps Fellows, the program officially launched in 2024. Saticoy Sowers empowers participants to battle food apartheid and build food sovereignty through a backyard cultivation program rooted in regenerative agriculture and cultural practices. Using a teaching garden to bridge theory and practice, the program emphasizes composting, cultural relevance, and language access, legitimizing community science while reconnecting participants with the land and their heritage. Since its launch, 35 participants have engaged in the program, with 29 expected to graduate across its first two cohorts, marking a collective effort to reclaim community control over food systems.
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Saticoy Community Fridge
The Saticoy Community Fridge provides a space for folks to take the food they need and leave what they don't need. The Saticoy Community Fridge is a mutual aid effort and prioritizes solidarity in community.
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History
In 2021, now Saticoy Food Hub board member Kathryn Kinberg acquired the fridge and set up a pantry in her front yard, posting about it on Instagram. Saticoy Food Hub Executive Director Sierra Doehr saw the post and reached out to connect with Kathryn, offering to host the fridge in Saticoy. From that moment on, the community fridge began to thrive. The fridge was painted by kids from the Boys and Girls Club of Saticoy and the materials and design were donated by the folks at The Lab. It was a community effort to set up, decorate, and begin filling the fridge. Volunteers helped clean the fridge and pick up donations, and eventually the fridge found a more permanent home at the Saticoy Food Hub office, where an incredible team of compassionate and hardworking folks keep the fridge running.
Hours:
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Tuesdays - Fridays
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Saticoy Farmers Market
Saticoy Farmers Market offers fresh, delicious produce, unique local products, and a community that’s dedicated to positive change. Whether you’re a seasoned shopper or new to the market, you’ll find more than just food—you’ll find connection, inspiration, and a commitment to building a healthier, more equitable food system for Saticoy.
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History
Saticoy Farmers Market was founded to address food insecurity and income inequality in the Saticoy community, creating a space where local farmers and food makers could thrive while providing fresh, affordable produce to residents. Launched in July 2023, the market quickly became a cornerstone of the community, offering access to culturally relevant foods, supporting emerging food businesses, and fostering a sense of solidarity. With a focus on equitable food systems, the market also serves as an incubator for small food enterprises, empowering vendors through training and operational support. Saticoy Farmers Market continues to grow as a hub for connection, sustainability, and community resilience.
Hours:
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
First Sunday of the Month
