Khelcom Farm, Farm and tourist attraction in Barre, Vermont, United States.
This organic farmstead spans half an acre and cultivates diverse vegetables, herbs, cut flowers, and produces fresh eggs using sustainable agricultural practices.
The farm was established by Abdoulaye Niane from Senegal and Marja Makinen from Michigan, combining traditional African agricultural knowledge with modern organic farming methods.
The black-owned operation celebrates Senegalese heritage by offering traditional African goods, spices, and handcrafted baskets alongside their locally grown Vermont produce.
Visitors can purchase products daily from 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM at the self-serve farmstand located at 180 Highland Avenue, with payments accepted through Venmo and PayPal.
During the July 2023 flood, the farm maintained operations by allowing neighbors to take needed produce on trust, demonstrating community resilience and food security.
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