National Victory Garden Alliance

The Victory Garden Alliance is dedicated to enhancing  health and well-being through the transformative power of gardening, sustainable food production, and environmental stewardship. We champion regenerative, organic and permaculture principles in agricultural and gardening practices to empower individuals and communities to cultivate their own nutritious food. 

Amidst the turbulent tempests of World Wars I and II, Victory Gardens ​blossomed as a testament to American resilience and unity, reshaping ​perceptions of sustenance and camaraderie. Sprouting across backyard ​havens and communal greens, these verdant sanctuaries empowered ​individuals to cultivate their own nourishment and combat scarcity. The ​harvest? By 1944, a staggering fleet of 20 million Victory Gardens yielded ​40% of the nation's vegetable bounty, illuminating the triumph of ​collaboration and soil in overcoming adversity! 

After the wars, modern farming kicked in with a punch, using chemicals to ​supercharge crop growth. But over time, this approach backfired. Soil got sick, ​wildlife vanished, and water got murky from all the sprays. Relying on one crop ​type made plants easy prey for pests, leading to even more chemical warfare. ​Plus, big farms stole the limelight, elbowing out smaller growers, reducing crop ​variety, and fueling health woes tied to processed munchies. Now we've got a ​food system that’s a bit of a mess, not so great for the planet or our well-being.

By learning from the past and innovating for the future we are fostering resilience, biodiversity, and sustainability, the Alliance seeks to reconnect people with the land, promote ecological harmony, and build a healthier, more self-reliant future for all. Together, we are cultivating not just gardens, but thriving ecosystems and stronger communities.