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A Growing Movement: Urban Farming In Chicago

It started with the vision of Will Allen, a former NBA player: a comprehensive, non-profit agricultural complex complete with greenhouses, composts, outdoor pens for livestock, and a small retail store. He also implemented an urban farming training program that teaches schools, government agencies, and community members how to operate and sustain farms themselves.

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