Saj Dillard is the passionate owner of Sajeeda Urban Farm, located in the heart of West Baltimore. As an urban farmer and community advocate, Saj has dedicated herself to the growth of sustainable urban farming and community empowerment in Baltimore City.
Welcome to Sajeeda Urban Farm, where we offer personalized services to help you thrive in Baltimore’s urban landscape.
All services begin with a required consultation and are customized to your specific goals, with pricing varying based on the scope of the project. Let us help you transform your urban space into a sustainable farm or garden!
I look to the mountains; where will my help come from? My help will come from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. – Psalm 121:1-2
Services
Beekeeping Consulting Services
Workshops and resources for all levels of urban beekeepers.
The Beginner Beekeeping Workshop covers hive setup, colony care, and honey production basics.
Advanced Beekeeping Workshop dives into hands-on hive inspections, queen locating, brood inspection, and honey production.
Apiary Setup consultations, guiding you through nuc purchasing, hive installation , management and creating a bee-friendly environment.
Educational materials on hive maintenance, pest management strategies, and honey harvesting, helping beekeepers maintain healthy colonies and maximize honey production.
Urban Greening Consulting Services
Available exclusively in Baltimore City, offering custom solutions for transforming urban spaces.
Tailored site plans for creating vibrant neighborhood green spaces or pollinator gardens, ideal for community groups, neighborhood associations, or individuals seeking to enhance urban habitats.
Site plans for urban farming projects, whether in-ground or using raised planter boxes, with personalized garden layouts, crop selection, and space optimization.
Comprehensive materials lists, including seeds, tools, and soil, along with step-by-step guides to help clients implement and maintain their projects independently.
Urban Farming Consulting Services
Offer a range of services for individuals and groups interested in urban agriculture in Baltimore City.
A Land Ownership & Urban Farming Rights Workshop, addressing resources like the Adopt-A-Lot program, Baltimore City’s water programs, and more.
Our Raised Bed & In-Ground Growing Techniques workshops focus on best practices for growing in small spaces, including how to grow in a Pots & Pallets workshops for those with limited space, teaching container gardening in small areas like patios or balconies.
“Where there is a woman there is magic.” — Ntozake Shange
FAQ’s
How often do I get stung when dealing with the bee’s?
Typically never when I wear the proper equipment.
Is Saj your real name?
Yes, Saj is my full first name. It’s not short for anything.
Are you a full-time Urban Farmer?
No, I farm for fun on my own land. I have a full-time job with plenty of side.
Do you take volunteers at Sajeeda Urban Farm?
No. For privacy, I will never accept volunteers at Sajeeda Urban Farm.
How do you work with nails?
I’m just a girl ✨.
“I love to see a young girl go out and grab the world by the lapels. Life’s a b*tch. You’ve got to go out and kick ass.” — Maya Angelou
Contact us
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