AgInnovation Farm

Growing Food. Growing Minds. Growing Community.

AgInnovation Farm is a 4-acre Living Learning Lab where students, families, and community members come together to grow food, build skills, and strengthen local food systems.

We are a student-led working farm serving Portsmouth, Middletown, and Newport.

Explore our History

AgInnovation Farm is building the next generation of environmental leaders while strengthening our local food system by providing fresh produce for food banks, offering real-world career exploration, practicing sustainable agriculture, and supporting community resilience—showing that this is more than a farm; it’s a model for how education and agriculture can work together.

What Makes Us Different

Programs & Services

Portsmouth Afterschool Program

$0.00

Hands-on farming, science, engineering, environmental education, fishing, and more. Students learn by doing while spending time outdoors.

September 23 - October 28
Mondays & Wednesdays
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Limited to 30 participants

To learn more, reach out to Margie Brennan, Education Director:

margiebrennan44@gmail.com
(401) 924-2158

Homeschool Program

$0.00

Multi-week, hands-on programs designed for homeschool students and groups. Programs can include farm science, engineering, water resources, agriculture, and environmental education.

Elementary - High School
2.5-hour classes
7-8 weeks
$200/student
Parent drop-off or stay!

Build your own homeschool group!

Gather 5 or more students
We’ll create personalized programs for your group’s needs

To learn more, reach out to Margie Brennan, Education Director:

margiebrennan44@gmail.com
(401) 924-2158

Gaudet Afterschool Program

$0.00

Hands-on farming, science, engineering, environmental education, fishing, and more. Students learn by doing while spending time outdoors.

October 6 - October 29
Tuesday & Thursday
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Limited to 30 participants

To learn more, reach out to Margie Brennan, Education Director:

margiebrennan44@gmail.com
(401) 924-2158

Farm Tours & Special Events

$0.00

Visit the farm, meet our educators and community farmers, explore student project, and learn how your family can get involved.

To learn more, reach out to Margie Brennan, Education Director:

margiebrennan44@gmail.com
(401) 924-2158

Field Trips

$0.00

Bring your class to the farm for an interactive experience connected to agriculture, STEM, sustainability, and the environment.

To learn more, reach out to Margie Brennan, Education Director:

margiebrennan44@gmail.com
(401) 924-2158

Community Garden Plots

$0.00

Grow your own food in a supportive, vibrant farm community.

Plot Size: 4´ × 23´
Access to water, tools, compost, and guidance
Perfect for beginners and experienced gardeners

To learn more, reach out to Margie Brennan, Education Director:

margiebrennan44@gmail.com
(401) 924-2158

Student Learning Programs

Students don’t just learn about sustainability; they live it through farm-based STEM learning, food systems education, career pathway exploration, and leadership and service opportunities, while the produce they grow supports local food banks and school lunch programs as the program works toward Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) certification.

Our Impact

700 Students Served
19 Annual Field Trips
3 Island Towns Serves
6-week Summer Camps
Afterschool Program in 2 Districts

We serve Portsmouth Middletown, and Newport students

Get Involved

Volunteer

Help with planting, harvesting, events, or mentoring youth.
All skill levels welcome.

VOLUNTEER

Partner With Us

We collaborate with schools, local businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations.

BECOME A PARTNER

Donate

Your support helps us expand programming, increase food access, and grow more impact.

MAKE A DONATION

What Our Community Says

"I like being part of the agricultural club because it teaches me the science and importance of farming. I get the opportunity to learn about planting and growing crops. It teaches me how animals and crops can provide food, clothing, and other products. I love learning about the environment. The agricultural club allows me to learn more about nature and things that interest me."

—Avah F
"Emi just loves Ag so much. She loves the animals and learning how to grow the vegetables and is very proud of her work there. It’s a wonderful opportunity for the kids to see how a working farm operates and learn where and how our food is produced. Emi is already looking forward to the spring program!"

—Parent testimonial
"AgInnovation is a wonderful instructive tool for my son. He’s learning how to cultivate land, monitoring the growth of fruits and vegetables all while working cooperatively with other kids to reach a common goal. It’s a physical activity as well as a strategic task. It’s a great combination."

—Jackie D.