SEE THE SHOP
EGGS, HONEY, HOPS, FLOWERS
Welcome to The Village By the River
EGGS - HONEY - FLOWERS
FARM FRESH EGGS
Available for weekly farm pickups and local delivery
ORGANIC HONEY
RAW HONEY - CREAMED HONEY - HOT HONEYAvailable to purchase in our online Shop, at Shift Coffee & Burnside!
FLOWER BOUQUETS
Hand pick and arrange your perfect bouquet straight from the garden!
Looking to give our eggs & honey a try?
Stop by one of our partner restaurants - they’re serving our farm-fresh goodness, right on your plate.
Shift Coffee
Helic Bistro
Burnside Coffee
THE VILLAGE
Origin Story
Nelson Mmbando, the visionary behind our farm, is a passionate advocate for sustainable agriculture.Born and raised in Tanzania, Nelson's early experiences raising fish and chickens ignited his lifelong love for farming. This passion led him to pursue an Environmental Science degree from Sacramento State University, where he honed his expertise in sustainable practices and innovative farming techniques. Nelson is a pioneer in the field of aquaponics, having designed and built several cutting-edge systems that integrate fish farming and plant cultivation in a symbiotic environment. His dedication to sustainable farming is not just a career choice, but a deeply rooted commitment to creating a healthier planet for future generations
CONTACT US
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The Village by the River is available for reservations!
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EVENTS
Upcoming Events
VENUE BOOKINGS
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FIELD TRIPS
Fall the Farm
Agriculture • Sustainability • Animals • HarvestBring learning out of the classroom and onto the farm! This first hand, immersive farm experience is designed to cater to the developmental stages of K-2 and 3-5 grade groupings. Offering opportunities for hands-on real-world experience rich with real agricultural and science concepts to observe, explore, and discover outside of the classroom.K-2 grade bookings: Tues/Thurs
3-5 grade bookings: Mon/Wed
What Students Will Experience
Hands-On Agricultural Learning
Students take part in age-appropriate, educator-led lessons bringing agricultural and science concepts to life using the farm around them. Learning experiences are adapted by grade level, giving younger students opportunities to learn through observation and interaction while older students dig deeper into the science behind what they see.The Farm Trail
A chaperone-led discovery challenge that gets students looking a little closer, thinking about what they’ve learned and putting it into practice as they explore.Meet + Feed the Animals
Students get an up-close look at some of the animals who call The Village home, with opportunities for hands-on interaction and feeding along the way.
Farm Discovery
Learning continues as students explore the farm, meet the animals and discover smaller lessons along the way. Interactive learning stops encourage students to observe, ask questions and make connections to the working farm around them.Cultivate Studio
A hands-on creative experience that brings art into the day, with farm and season inspired projects thoughtfully adapted for different grade levels.A Ride Around the Farm
Students will get a chance to see more of the property with a hayride or cow cart ride.Lunch + Farm Time
Time is built into the day for students to enjoy the sack lunch they’ve brought, take a break and have some time to enjoy being on the farm.
Fall Field Trip Pricing
$10 PER STUDENTStudents + siblings
ages 3+
$10 PER CHAPERONE1 Adult required for every 6 students
COMPLIMENTARY CHAPERONES1 teacher + 1 teacher's aide per 30 students
Groups of fewer than 30 students: $15 per student
GALLERY
Shop The Farmstand
Shop Bantu Bee'uty
“Bantu” means the people - a word that carries the quiet strength of our stories, the gentle threads that connect us, and the roots that hold us steady as we grow. It reminds us that beauty is shaped in community.At Bantu Bee’uty, we honor that same spirit, guided by our belief: "asali ni uzuri wa asili" - honey is nature’s beauty, a gift best created and shared together.Like honey shaped in the hive, our bee'uty blends are crafted through patience, connection, and intention - a slow, grounded process that reflects the power of many working as one.Each product is a blend of heritage and nature - made to hydrate the skin and nurture your inner glow. Bantu Bee'uty welcomes everyone, offering space to feel seen, while beautifully rooted in your own skin.
