La Ferme Pousse Menu – only building in Montreal with farm status
Films by Tamar Kozlov
Tamar Kozlov is an actress turned journalist turned filmmaker from Montreal. Her contributiions to the artistic community include hosting the Centre St. Ambroise Scene et Salon and the Blue Zula concert series.
In 1988 Philippe Robillard bought earth and started La Ferme Pousse Menu, the only building in Montreal with farm status. Through innovative and visionary practices, he still uses the same soil, now 21 years old. By manipulating indoor space, Robillard is able to produce one ton of highly nutritious, organic food every week right downtown.
La Ferme Pousse Menu – only building in Montreal with farm status
Length: 8 min 59 sec
Year of Production: 2009
Director: Tamar Kozlov
Link to La Ferme Pousse Menu website – in French.
Santropol’s Rooftop Gardens
Length: 11 min 20 sec
Year of Production: 2009
Director: Tamar Kozlov
Santropol Roulant, known for their meals on wheels program, recently started producing their own local and organic produce. Meet some of the leaders and volunteers involved in this year’s Santopol Edible Rooftop Garden. See what they think about the agriculture industry and what types of solutions there are to the current unsustainable food production system. See how urban agriculture helps urbanites reconnect with nature, eat healthier and contribute to a sustainable future.
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