FAQ
What does SAGE do?
SAGE cultivates urban-edge places where farming and local food culture can thrive and be celebrated. Learn more about our work and services.
When was SAGE founded?
A lean, entrepreneurial nonprofit organization, SAGE was founded in 2001 to protect and revitalize urban-edge agriculture, support and diversify the sustainable farming population, and connect diverse urban communities with the people and places that grow their food.
Does SAGE only work on agricultural projects in the Bay Area?
SAGE is headquartered in Berkeley, CA and engages in a number of projects throughout the Bay Area. However, our consulting and planning services are offered to interested clients throughout the country. The Bay Area is a place where innovative, pioneering urban-edge agricultural models can be explored and developed. The tools and models that we create through our projects in the Bay Area can be adopted at various scales and applied to different regions.
What is ‘urban-edge’ agriculture and why is it important?
The ‘urban edge’ refers to the geographic areas where the urban and rural meet. Urban-edge agricultural places sustain cities by providing fresh food grown by diverse farmers, ecosystems services, water and waste recycling efficiencies, and community engagement opportunities. Simultaneously, they contain cities by creating urban-edge green belts and define cities by fostering dynamic agricultural traditions, local food cultures and sense of place.
How can SAGE help my agricultural project?
Please see our services or contact SAGE for specific ideas or more information on the services we can provide. Our portfolio of work illustrates examples of agricultural assessments, feasibility studies, vision plans, management plans and other services that SAGE has provided for private landowners, public agencies and partnering organizations.
What is an AgPark?
An AgPark is an ‘Agricultural Park.’ The name draws from the term ‘Business Park’ where multiple businesses operate in the same space or park area. AgParks are an innovative, scalable model that facilitates land access and technical assistance for multiple beginning farmers, and provides fresh food and educational engagement opportunities for nearby communities. The AgPark model is used widely in Europe; in the United States, it provides a unique opportunity for revitalizing urban-edge agriculture.
If you have any questions about getting land, farming, field trips and other AgPark functions, please see our notice about the transition in management for the Sunol AgPark to find contact info for our partners now heading the programs.
How can I learn about upcoming events and workshops?
Sign up for SAGE’s mailing list, or check out our events.
Where can I find a SAGE publication?
SAGE has produced numerous publications, most of which are available for download. Contact SAGE if you are interested in purchasing a high quality print.
Is SAGE a 501(c)3?
Yes, SAGE is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Our EIN is 91-2161389.
Where can I see SAGE’s 990?
Contact us to request a copy of SAGE’s 990.
Who funds SAGE?
SAGE is supported by a diverse group of funders and sponsors. SAGE is also supported by generous individual donors.
How can I help support SAGE?
Your support is greatly appreciated. Donate today! Any amount helps SAGE cultivate urban-edge places where farming and food culture can thrive and be celebrated.
Stay connected with our work through our mailing list and volunteer opportunities.