Farm Lot 59 is a working urban farm that specializes in growing rare and unusual varieties of flowers and organic vegetables. We envision a world where we serve as a center for community engagement and wellness - it is not our farm, it is yours. We donate our vegetables to vulnerable populations in our community, to help with immediate food needs and inspire them to eat and live healthily.
We use our farm to host educational, volunteer, and other events that bring together our community to learn about the benefits and possibilities of urban farming and so much more. We fund our efforts through sales of the unique flowers we grow and through your generous donations.
We use our farm to host educational, volunteer, and other events that bring together our community to learn about the benefits and possibilities of urban farming and so much more. We fund our efforts through sales of the unique flowers we grow and through your generous donations.
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Michelle Engelman Berns
Jul 16, 2021
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Urban Agriculture in Long Beach at it's very best here at FarmLot 59 which is where Long Beach Local is based. The transformation from illegal dumping grounds (with a Kickstarter campaign June 30th 2010), to a present day private Working Farm that specializes in flowers and herbs in an oasis and brilliantly surrounded by hiking trails and great views of the city. The Educational aspect of this Farm, run thru Long Beach Local with the FarmLot Kids programs, is a shining star in all of LA County, in the heart of Long Beach, our own back yard with Farmer Sasha. Restaurants and businesses support the
Michael Wauschek Techno Shaman Pyro Minion
Jul 03, 2021
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Nate W.
Aug 11, 2020
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Be very careful about ordering from this business.
They have posted pick up times, and your advance purchases will be given to someone else if you miss that window.
My only experiences with them are with being yelled at by a farm worker while on a hike (I'm guessing they were having a bad day) and missing my pickup window for a farm box; only told that it was subsequently donated into oblivion. I'm hoping to update the review from a 1-star if I ever have a positive experience with them.
They have posted pick up times, and your advance purchases will be given to someone else if you miss that window.
My only experiences with them are with being yelled at by a farm worker while on a hike (I'm guessing they were having a bad day) and missing my pickup window for a farm box; only told that it was subsequently donated into oblivion. I'm hoping to update the review from a 1-star if I ever have a positive experience with them.
Chris Dunlap
Dec 31, 2019
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Danny Fenty
Jan 26, 2019
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A beautiful small farm in the middle of the bustle and hustle of suburbia, It’s kind of an oasis in the middle of the city! A working farm with a hard working woman farmer by the name Sasha, she’s a very nice lady with a beautiful personality! Her farm grows non gmo veggies and some fruits but I love her farmstand her pride and joy! I can get behind something so natural and honest!
Merry S.
Aug 02, 2018
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I have been wanting to visit this farm for a while and meet with the owner/founder. Today was my first and last time visiting this farm. It was evident that owner, Sasha Kanno, was completely quick to brush me off and not willing to answer any of my questions. I had high hopes of discussing her educational programs and her community outreach opportunities, but even though there were no other costumers at this time, she made it very clear that she wasn't interested.
Holly E.
Sep 23, 2017
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Leah B.
Sep 08, 2017
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Farm stand has a small quantity but great variety of produce, eggs, and meat! Got a very excellent sandwich here, as well, made on a fresh baguette. The goods comes from local farms such as Tenerelli Orchards, Weiser Farms, and Electric City meats. I recommend stopping here to supplement your groceries. All organic and local!
Brittney P.
Aug 19, 2017
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The cutest stand with the sweetest owner, Ollie! Everything looked delicious and beautiful and so picturesque. My kids and I shared a yummy sandwich and the dried apple slices in a bag (my kids said they tasted like candy even though it's just dried apples. You have to try them!) Can't wait to go back and buy produce to bring home and cook with. Also, love the flower bouquets. I love that it's in my neighborhood!
Tara T.
Jul 24, 2017
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Just experienced a private cooking class for 6 adults by Chef Ollie who runs the farm lot now and just reopened it. The class was extreme informative, casual and fun! She used all her locally sourced ingredients to teach us knife skills, introduce new veggies, how to plate and make beautiful dishes out of simple ingredients. I definitely recommend her for your catering needs, group functions or any of her locally sourced food. I can't wait to go to the lot on Saturdays!
James H.
Jul 08, 2017
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Stopped by Farmstand 59 this morning and was very impressed with the selection! The farm fresh eggs are nothing like you can find in any store. I came home with eggs, peaches, oranges, apples, onions, and even a small flower arrangement made on site from items grown on the farm. Ollie, the operator of the farmstand takes great pride in the produce at the stand, and it shows. Farmstand 59 is truly one of Long Beach's hidden gems!
Sharon K.
Jul 03, 2017
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Tonya W.
Jul 02, 2017
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July 1st, 2017 - Went to the soft opening to support Farmstand 59. Met the operator, Ollie, who is passionate about organic locally sourced agriculture. She was extremely helpful with imparting knowledge about the organic farm and the produce grown there.
Anything I can do to support and promote locally grown organic agriculture (urban farming) I'm down for. I believe in supporting the community makes a strong community.
However, here's the down side: I can't afford their organic food when I shop for fresh produce weekly. At Farmstand 59, I was unprepared for the pricing
Anything I can do to support and promote locally grown organic agriculture (urban farming) I'm down for. I believe in supporting the community makes a strong community.
However, here's the down side: I can't afford their organic food when I shop for fresh produce weekly. At Farmstand 59, I was unprepared for the pricing
Katrina N.
May 29, 2015
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***This Review is for the Brunch May 17th 2015, Sunday***
On a beautiful, albeit, overcast day, lover took me on a nice brunch. However, everything was a surprise since he wanted this to be part of my birthday present. The only hint he gave me about this event was it was going to be outdoors, I'll need shoes, and a camera. So on we went and I still had no idea where we were going. The only clue I had to go off of, was the extremely industrial setting: oil rigs, old dilapidated buildings, concrete dump site... Cemetery! EEK! I thought it was a pass through town until he turned into one
On a beautiful, albeit, overcast day, lover took me on a nice brunch. However, everything was a surprise since he wanted this to be part of my birthday present. The only hint he gave me about this event was it was going to be outdoors, I'll need shoes, and a camera. So on we went and I still had no idea where we were going. The only clue I had to go off of, was the extremely industrial setting: oil rigs, old dilapidated buildings, concrete dump site... Cemetery! EEK! I thought it was a pass through town until he turned into one
Dana T.
Nov 06, 2014
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Love this little piece of heaven off of spring street. We buy produce from farm lot weekly and appreciate the effort they are putting back in to keeping it local and fresh. it is super apparent in the product.
second saturdays are fun as well. classes and yummy food by artisan vendors. score.
brought my daughter here just so she can actually she chickens and where eggs come from. Sasha and crew showed us around and were super cute with my 4 year old who was fascinated by the whole place.
definitely recommend a trip!
second saturdays are fun as well. classes and yummy food by artisan vendors. score.
brought my daughter here just so she can actually she chickens and where eggs come from. Sasha and crew showed us around and were super cute with my 4 year old who was fascinated by the whole place.
definitely recommend a trip!
Kayleigh H.
Nov 01, 2014
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Pioneering Urban Ag in LA county! I researched my local farmers and Farm Lot 59 is about as local as it gets. This organic farm is a great place to get to know what it takes to grow chemical-free food in our urban Southern California climate and to see how much commercial ag has distorted how we understand food. Sasha has created a space for the Long Beach community to come together and keep it LOCAL. Second Saturday's are always a great day to get good eats, meet cool people and spend a day on the farm! THANK YOU, Sasha and everyone who supports her amazing work.
Kat L.
Oct 31, 2014
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Sometimes when I think about all of the amazing experiences I've had a FL59 and the incredible work that Sasha and the team are doing over there, I get a little emotional. Like, wow! We have this amazing resource and precious space that has been carved out over many years of hard work, dedication, learning, community and passion.
The Second Saturday Marketplace is a great opportunity to get to see the space and get yourself in touch with the changing of the seasons.
Thank you FL59 for your presence in Long Beach! May your example inspire more people to start growing food in our city!
The Second Saturday Marketplace is a great opportunity to get to see the space and get yourself in touch with the changing of the seasons.
Thank you FL59 for your presence in Long Beach! May your example inspire more people to start growing food in our city!
Dina A.
Oct 31, 2014
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Have you ever tasted spicy purple lettuce? Or had eggs with yolks so natural orange they make you wonder what you have been eating your whole life?
That's what you find at Farm Lot 59 - the spectacularly different heirloom veggies that turn your lunch or dinner into a foodie feast.
You can meet the Hens that lay your eggs - before you buy them! After you have eaten a Farm Lot 59 egg and really tasted what an egg is like - that thick buttery yolk - and beautiful fluffy white - you'll be ruined for the mass produced variety.
The produce is grown with care for the environment, with thoughts
That's what you find at Farm Lot 59 - the spectacularly different heirloom veggies that turn your lunch or dinner into a foodie feast.
You can meet the Hens that lay your eggs - before you buy them! After you have eaten a Farm Lot 59 egg and really tasted what an egg is like - that thick buttery yolk - and beautiful fluffy white - you'll be ruined for the mass produced variety.
The produce is grown with care for the environment, with thoughts
S. C.
Jul 14, 2014
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Disappointed.
I have been looking forward to going to the Saturday opening since I learned of it. Finally got the opportunity yesterday. It completely felt like a for profit business masquerading as a non-profit.
A program like this should be accessible to the community. It wasn't.
- $10 for a dozen eggs (yes, that was really the price). They can't even blame it on the cost of transportation since the chickens are 15 feet from the farm stand
- $3 for two cucumbers.
There was a food booth at the event also (separate company). A egg sandwich - bread, cheese, bacon, egg = $9
I have been looking forward to going to the Saturday opening since I learned of it. Finally got the opportunity yesterday. It completely felt like a for profit business masquerading as a non-profit.
A program like this should be accessible to the community. It wasn't.
- $10 for a dozen eggs (yes, that was really the price). They can't even blame it on the cost of transportation since the chickens are 15 feet from the farm stand
- $3 for two cucumbers.
There was a food booth at the event also (separate company). A egg sandwich - bread, cheese, bacon, egg = $9
Timothy C.
Mar 23, 2013
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Thanks for the wonderful eggs! I appreciate the opportunity to meet the hens that produced them and actually see how they are fed and taken care of.
My family knows that our breakfast wasn't trucked in from out of town, and our purchase supports Long Beach residents and urban farming.
My son really enjoys the blue eggs!
Thank you Sasha!
My family knows that our breakfast wasn't trucked in from out of town, and our purchase supports Long Beach residents and urban farming.
My son really enjoys the blue eggs!
Thank you Sasha!
Andrea D.
Mar 17, 2013
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U. L.
Jan 20, 2012
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