New Leadership + Growth in the Hydroponic Farm

Food access has always been at the heart of Lifespan Local’s mission, and the hydroponic farm at Blossom House is entering an exciting new chapter of growth under the leadership of new farm manager, Nick Villari.

Nick brings more than a decade of experience in commercial hydroponics and indoor farming to Blossom House. Though only a couple of months into his role, Nick is already helping to grow the farm’s offerings. Known for produce boxes featuring leafy greens like lettuce and basil, the farm is now branching out with new crops, including cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and a selection of microgreens like cilantro, radish, and pea shoots. These additions not only diversify farm production, but are also inviting new partnerships and opportunities within the local food ecosystem.

The Blossom House farm is beginning to connect with nearby restaurants and food trucks, aiming to supply hyper-local ingredients grown right in the neighborhood. For Nick and the team, the goal with this initiative is to strengthen community ties, increase access to fresh food, and demonstrate how sustainable, local agriculture can bring people together.

“It’s really exciting to see how a small farm in Westwood can make such a big impact,” Nick shares. “People in the community can actually try the food we’re growing here, whether in a produce box, or by going to their favorite restaurant down the street.”

This next step builds on the farm’s already established Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. Through the weekly distribution of produce boxes, community members can access fresh, locally grown food while also engaging more directly with how it’s produced. A newly launched online platform allows members to share feedback, exchange recipes, and send notes about what they’re hoping to see in their boxes, turning the CSA into a truly collaborative community experience.