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 Farm
Since its inception in 2009, Bells Bend Farms has become a cultural hub of Bells Bend/Scottsboro. The square dances at Bells Bend Farm have become a major crowd-drawing event of the community. The farm produces 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. You can also find their produce and other local goods at the Farm Store, located right on the farm and open on Saturdays 10-2 and Tuesdays 3-6pm.
Old School Farm
Old School Farm (OSF) is a nonprofit organization that uses therapeutic farming practices for the benefit of vulnerable populations. We currently employ five adults with developmental disabilities, known as “mission farmers,” who grow, harvest & deliver produce to food insecure communities in Nashville through partnerships with local food programs.
Sweeter Days Farm
Growing vegetables, flowers, fruit and culinary herbs on one acre for chefs and families in Middle Tennessee, Sweeter Days Farm are stewards of the land investing time and energy to create a sustainable farming system that is resilient to pests, disease and drought.
Paradise Produce
The Geny family are natural farmers in Pleasant View, Tennessee. Passionate for sustainable tasty gardening and GMO/chemical-free produce, they believe in good hard work, healthy dirt, and nutritional food ALL without harmful chemicals or pesticides. Meet the farmers.
The 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. Watch them in action.
Starr Livestock
Starr Livestock Farm is a livestock operation in Bells Bend focused primarily on sheep. At the helm is Samuel Starr, a Texas native who brought his ranching experience to Tennessee with a vision for regenerating pastures while supporting wildlife and are a certified River Friendly Farm by the Cumberland River Compact.