Nestled in the Richardson Farm Historic District in Belmont, Massachusetts, adjacent to Fresh Pond, Belmont Acres Farm proudly stands as Belmont's only farm and has been serving the local community for over 10 years. This family-run operation is owned and operated by Mike and Hermik Chase, who live right down the road from their farm in Belmont, creating a truly local connection to their community.

The Chase family brings impressive credentials to their farming endeavor. Mike holds a PhD in Environmental Biology and works as a bioinformaticist at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, while Hermik has a Masters in Public Health and works for the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Their daughter, a local high school student, actively participates in farm operations, working in the stand, tending animals, working in the fields, and providing detailed farm tours to visitors.

Belmont Acres Farm is deeply committed to sustainable agriculture and community building. They adhere to organic methods without formal certification, believing that knowing your farmer transcends regulatory definitions. The farm emphasizes disease-resistant cultivars and responsible application of organic methods, allowing nature to guide their practices while integrating technology in an economically efficient manner. Beyond growing food, they actively work to grow communities, building relationships with local organizations, businesses, and individuals, and collaborating with school systems to educate youth about sustainable farming practices.

Vegetables

• Kale
• Collards
• Swiss chard