What is smaller than the flies you typically find at home but devastating to California’s bountiful $59B agriculture industry? The Mediterranean fruit fly (Medfly). The good news is, the current medfly invasion isn’t triggering the widespread (and controversial) aerial spraying of insecticides that marked a California infestation decades ago. However, to stem the reach of these damaging pests, the agricultural community—including our gardeners here at the LEAF Urban Farm—are

This past Saturday, something special bloomed in the heart of Niles. Our LEAF Benefit in Concert brought together gardeners, neighbors, and friends for a day of music, magic, and community spirit—and we’re still smiling about it.

Did you know that just one teaspoon of healthy soil contains more living organisms than the number of people on Earth? Much more than just dirt, soil provides the foundation for our planet, playing an integral role in nourishing us all. Keeping it fresh and vibrant is key to regenerative agriculture...

Step into the heart of Niles for LEAF’s annual backyard music concert: a laid-back celebration where community, creativity, and good tunes come together in support of regenerative gardening, environmental education, and local food donation programs...

April 19 was Earth Day–at least for Fremont! Together with our partners, the City of Fremont and Washington Health, LEAF hosted the Earth Day Fair to celebrate the 55th anniversary of Earth Day, a global initiative for environmental protection. Mother Nature embraced us with a beautiful sunny day with blue skies and perfect temps. LEAF filled 20 booths on the grass area adjacent to the Fremont Downtown Event Center with over 50 volunteers and partners. We shared knowledge abo

Zoe Caron’s path as an artist began before she could verbalize her interests, as she recalls videos of herself finger painting when she was barely a year old. Raised by parents who both have careers in biology, it’s also no wonder she quickly developed enthusiasm toward the natural world.

Ever wondered how berries, sunflowers, and all the beautiful things in the world grow? Get your hands dirty this February 17, 10:30 AM -...

Location: Fremont, California (primarily onsite) Position type: Part-time About LEAF: Local Ecology and Agriculture Fremont (LEAF) is a...

Every Single Load makes a Difference - From Elaine, LEAF President - LEAF has had an exciting and productive 2024! We broke ground on...

Some LEAF Days are a challenge - From Elaine, LEAF President - Last month, I opened the newsletter with this sentence, "One of the most...

Remember Daylight Savings time is this Sunday, November 3rd LEAF Community Art Project . . . continues ; ) Help us paint our California...

LEAF COMMUNITY ART PROJECT Help us paint our California Natives Mural Sunday, November 3 starting at 10:00 am to Noonish at the LEAF...

LEAF COMMUNITY ART PROJECT Help us paint our California Natives Mural Sunday, October 13 starting at 10:00 am to Noonish at the LEAF...

Every LEAF Day is a Creative Day - From Elaine, LEAF President - One of the most interesting aspects of volunteering at LEAF is when I...

Syndee, our beekeeper, has been a beekeeper for over 10 years and she enjoys sharing her knowledge about honeybee with others including...

Syndee, our beekeeper, has been a beekeeper for over 10 years and she enjoys sharing her knowledge about honeybee with others including...

Every LEAF Day Brings Change Thinking outside the box but living within a regenerative circle - From Elaine, LEAF President - LEAF is an...

Join Guy, a UCCE Master Gardener, our monthly Talkin' Dirt Webinar Host, Talkin' Dirt LIVE Educator at Fremont Main Library and the go-to...