When community farms close, local residents lose access to green space, fresh produce, and public gathering spaces. And in Bushwick, all three of these elements are already lacking to some extent.

Bushwick City Farm has provided seven years of fruits, veggies, eggs, and community to local residents near 345 Stockton St. where they’re located, but they received a letter earlier this month from the owners of the land asking them to vacate the property. The reason? Development.

By August 31, the farm and all of its equipment, plants, and animals will have to be out of the space, James Telfer of Bushwick City Farm tells Bushwick Daily.