Asphalt over tree roots at the lot as it was found.

Neighborhood dumping onto lot at 49 Van Buren Street

NYC Department of Parks and Recreation installs new fence and gate.

Existing lot contained hills of dumped asphalt petroleum waste.

Community volunteers join to help the clean up and removal of debris.

Community volunteers join to help the clean up and removal of debris.

Waste dump on site fills 13 dumpsters throughout the clean up process.

Solarization arrives on the Farm.

Four 22 cubic-foot truck loads of fresh soil arrives on the farm, including new soil, coffee grounds, fungi and compost collected at the Hattie Carthan Market.

Community garden members and volunteers help distribute newly arrived compost and cleared and solarized site.

Construction of compost bins.

Compost Bins installed on site.

First day of Sunday Market. Herban Farm welcomes community to shop for fresh food and participate in fresh food and events.

Growing season begins

Community Youths join Farmer Yon at the Herban Farm to study herbalism and gardening.

Community Volunteers begin construction of Hoop House

Hoop House under construction

Farmer Yon on the farm.