Farms & Local Food Production

 Bells Bend/Scottsboro has long been an agricultural powerhouse, providing  food  for Nashville and beyond. The fertile bottom lands, in particular, have produced  many successful farms over the years. Though the number of large-scale farming operations has declined sharply in the last century, several small-scale farms specializing in “chemical-free”, sustainable vegetable production have taken root in the area over the past few years. Scottsboro and Bells Bend are again playing a large role in supplying local, healthy food to Davidson County.

Bells Bend Farms

Since its inception in 2009,  Bells Bend Farms has become a cultural hub of Bells Bend/Scottsboro, hosting community events as well as growing a wide variety of sustainably-grown vegetables and fruits. They offer a weekly CSA program, sell directly to some of Nashville's finest restaurants, and sell produce at the Richland Park Farmers’ Market on Saturdays.
Website: www.bellsbendfarms.com

Osage Creek Farm

Osage Creek Farm is a multi-generational family farm that stewards 12 acres of woods, creek, pasture and gardens. We seek to honor the land in our care by diversifying what we raise which has included vegetables, chickens, goats, and honeybees since 2014. Our vegetables are distributed to food insecure communities in Nashville through partnerships with other farms and non-profits

Old School Farm

Old School Farm is a unique non-profit dedicated to producing quality farm-to-table food while providing employment for individuals that have intellectual disabilities. Founded in 2013 on the belief that creating a sustainable farm can also produce sustainable jobs while giving back to the community at large. It is our hope that Old School Farm will become a model site where you will find individuals of all abilities working side by side. Website oldschoolfarm.org

Humble Flowers

Humble Flowers is a small, women-owned-and-operated flower farm. As farmer-florists, they provide field-to-vase service - specializing in everything from growing from seed to styling special events. Their focus is on unique and heirloom varieties of flowers that are well suited for the Tennessee climate. Their bouquets and buckets of flowers are sold at local farmer's markets and through special orders. They also design weddings and events. On Instagram @humbleflowerfarm

Bells Bend Grassfed

Bells Bend Grassfed is led by cattleman Loran Shallenberger. Their beef is 100% grass-fed and is sold directly to several wonderful restaurants across Nashville, and is for sale to the public at Bare Bones Butcher in the Nations. Website bellsbendgrassfed.com

Nashville Chew Crew

The Nashville Chew Crew is proud to offer an ecologically sensitive, cost-effective, and socially engaging alternative for managing all kinds of landscapes in and around Nashville, TN. Strategically using sheep to clear overgrown landscapes is oftentimes the best first step in the restoration process. Website nashvillechewcrew.com 

Emerson Farm

Emerson Farm is located within 40 acres of land owned by Sherry Knott and Sumter Camp and managed by David and Margo Cloniger with the help of students from Abintra Montessori School. Started in 2017, the farm raises chickens and sheep on 9 acres of pasture with 2 acres in vegetables, berries, and honey bees. Students come out 3 days each week to learn the art of small, sustainable farming and discover their place in the natural world. Website: www.abintra.org