aerial shot of greenhouses and barns at Peckham Farms
zoom in on pints of red strawberries
zoom in on pints of red strawberries

STRAWBERRY PRODUCTION

At Peckham Farms, we use the hydroponic tabletop method for strawberries, growing them in nutrient-rich water on elevated tables. This method improves air flow, simplifies maintenance, and cuts down on diseases and pesticide use. It maximizes space and produces high-quality fruit throughout the year with day-neutral varieties.

Experience local produce with extraordinary flavor

At Peckham Farms, we do more than grow exceptional food—we nurture skill development, build community, and promote greater self-sufficiency. Experience the extraordinary flavor of our local produce while supporting a mission that enriches lives.

Education Library

How to Create Raised Bed Gardens.

Morgan Composting’s guide to creating a raised bed provides a step-by-step approach using DAIRY DOO® products for optimal plant growth. The process involves filling the structure with DAIRY DOO’s Topsoil Blend as a base, adding a layer of wet newspapers to suppress weeds, and topping it with FlowerDoo 201 or VeggieDoo 301 for nutrient-rich soil. Gardeners can plant transplants directly or start seeds using Seed Starter 101. Regular watering is emphasized for maintaining healthy plants, and testimonials highlight the effectiveness of DAIRY DOO® in boosting plant growth and yield.

What are Your Plants Telling You About Your Soil?

Morgan Composting’s fertilizer guide emphasizes the importance of soil health for plant growth, providing insights into identifying nutrient deficiencies based on plant symptoms. The document details different fertilizers, including DAIRY DOO® products, and their applications for home gardens, market gardens, flowers, fruit trees, and various crops. It explains fertilizer application methods like broadcasting, banding, and sidedressing, along with recommended rates and timing for optimal plant nutrition. Additionally, it highlights organic and chemical-free options for sustainable gardening and farming while providing conversion guidelines for different application scales.

Tomato Tips

Morgan Composting’s tomato-growing guide provides essential tips for cultivating healthy, high-yield tomato plants. It recommends using nutrient-rich VeggieDoo 301 potting soil for containers and raised beds and emphasizes consistent watering without over-saturating the soil. To prevent calcium deficiencies and blossom-end rot, a monthly application of HEALTHY GARDEN 7-6-5 or ALL PURPOSE 8-4-4 is suggested. For fertilization, weekly feedings of VeggieBlaster 8-1-8 support early plant growth, while switching to FruitBlaster 1-5-13 during fruit formation enhances potassium intake for better yields. A bonus tip highlights the benefits of alternating these fertilizers for potato growth.

greenhouse interior with rows of flowers hanging and on tables

Springtime at Peckham Farms’ greenhouse.

      Various canned and jarred food items being displayed in wooden crates

      Memberships

      • Michigan Farmers Market Association
      • Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
      • Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP)
      • Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association
      • North American Strawberry Growers Association
      • AmericanHORT 

      Partners

      • Allen Neighborhood Center – Partner
      • Argus Farm Stop – Partner
      • Grazing Fields Co-op
      • Eastside Lansing Food Co-op
      • Portland Garden Club
      • Looking Glass Garden Club
      • Hillcrest Farms
      • Green Things Farm Collective
      • Greater Lansing Food Bank Garden Project
      • Lansing Mobile Farmers Market

      Certifications

      In the News

      Peckham acquires Revolution Farms in Michigan

      Peckham, a nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization providing paid job training opportunities for people with disabilities and other barriers to employment, has acquired Revolution Farms, a 3.5-acre hydroponic indoor lettuce farm in Caledonia, Michigan.

      Hydroponic farm acquisition boosts West Michigan agriculture, job training

      Peckham, a vocational rehabilitation nonprofit, earlier this month said it expanded its agriculture business with the acquisition of Revolution Farms, a 3.5-acre, hydroponic, indoor lettuce farm in Caledonia.

      Ethics and supply chain management: Learning from leaders at Peckham

      Ethical leadership is not just learned in the classroom — it is best understood through real-world application. On Mar. 21, Broad MBA and undergraduate students saw it in action during a visit to Peckham, Inc.

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