Active

r/urbanfarming

Welcome to urbanfarming

Subscribers

28,147

Created

August 21, 2010

16 years ago

View on Reddit
RedPulse insight

How to think about r/urbanfarming

The community focuses on urban farming, promoting sustainable practices for growing food in urban environments. Members share knowledge about techniques like wicking beds, greenhouses, and the benefits of solarpunk aesthetics. The distinct blend of practical advice and environmental consciousness creates a supportive atmosphere for both novice and experienced urban farmers.

Confidence 4/5

  • Audience

    Participants in this community are typically environmentally conscious individuals ranging from young adults to seasoned gardeners. They are interested in sustainable living, self-sufficiency, and innovative gardening techniques. The vibe is collaborative and educational, with members eager to share experiences and solutions to common urban farming challenges.

  • Posting culture

    Content that thrives includes detailed guides, personal success stories, and innovative gardening techniques. Members appreciate well-researched posts with visuals, while overly promotional content or vague questions often receive downvotes. The community encourages regular engagement, with members frequently sharing updates on their projects and asking for advice.

  • Brand engagement notes

    Brands should approach this community with authenticity and a focus on education rather than direct promotion. Sharing valuable resources, hosting Q&A sessions, or providing tools that enhance urban farming practices can foster goodwill. However, overt advertising or self-promotion is likely to be met with skepticism or hostility, so brands should prioritize community-building over sales pitches.

Top keywords

What r/urbanfarming talks about

Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.

9agreenhousesoffshootsblossomingsolarpunk3ftwickingtrade-offsmedia-amazon4fthullsharvestsokratillerdecompositionirradiatedgerminationmicrosstate-of-the-artphotosynthesissturdier8bfertilizerspoppiesgardenershomesickfarmableseedlingbloomersowingcarnivorousaristocracyordinancesform:5lbswebinar15-20%clovescanninglawnsplantersseasoningsgrazingrefillingtaterbiodiversityirrigationtermitesanxiouslysnowing1000wpopularizedgiggledthymeinfuriatesparsleydownsizingregrowrespondentshumbly

Top contributors

Who shapes the conversation

The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.

Top posters

By post count

By votes

Top commenters

By comment count

By votes

FAQ

r/urbanfarming — frequently asked questions

Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.

How many subscribers does r/urbanfarming have?

r/urbanfarming has approximately 28,147 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.

When was r/urbanfarming created?

r/urbanfarming was created on August 21, 2010 (16 years ago).

What is r/urbanfarming about?

The community focuses on urban farming, promoting sustainable practices for growing food in urban environments. Members share knowledge about techniques like wicking beds, greenhouses, and the benefits of solarpunk aesthetics. The distinct blend of practical advice and environmental consciousness creates a supportive atmosphere for both novice and experienced urban farmers.

What subreddits are similar to r/urbanfarming?

Communities similar to r/urbanfarming include r/squarefootgardening, r/selfsufficiency, r/livingofftheland, r/soil, r/urbanhomestead.

Who are the most active posters on r/urbanfarming?

The most frequent posters on r/urbanfarming include u/pancartaricardo, u/cloyego, u/ConstantVA.

Ready to engage on r/urbanfarming?

Authentic engagement, not spam.

RedPulse runs Reddit campaigns the way the platform actually rewards — high-karma accounts, native conversations, and content moderators welcome.