LFS 496 Student Profile: Malli, Farm hand at City Beet Farm
Supervisor: Liana Glass
What do you study?
Urban Forestry
What was your work placement?
Helping out with harvesting and processing for CSA boxes and later soil testing project
What did you get out of doing this placement?
Working with City Beet Farm, I gained experience working on a novel and unique farm. I was inspired by the impact and abundance grown within the heart of urban Vancouver
What was the most surprising thing about your work placement?
The volume and quality of vegetables grown by City Beet!
Why are you interested in working within the food system?
Growing food is a meaningful way for me to contribute to my community.
What would you like other students to know about the CSFS at UBC Farm?
There are a range of opportunities to become involved in!