6,000 attend fifth 'A la granja' urban farm event

About 6,000 people attended the fifth edition of "A la granja, sin salir de la ciudad" (To the farm, without leaving the city), held over two days at the Sanut Agrotienda on the Duarte highway in Santo Domingo Source: Hoy, Diario Libre. The event, organized by Sanut, aimed to bring urban families closer to agricultural life through educational and recreational activities.

Highlights

The main novelty this year was tilapia fishing, which drew particular enthusiasm from both children and adults Source: Hoy, Diario Libre. Visitors also had the chance to interact with and feed farm animals, take educational tours, and learn about food production processes Source: Hoy.

Organizer's perspective

Alma Lajara, Sanut's administrative manager, praised the turnout as evidence of growing family interest in such initiatives Source: Hoy, Diario Libre. She noted, "Each edition confirms there is great interest in knowing where our food comes from and in bringing children closer to rural life" Source: Diario Libre. The event seeks to foster experiential learning and appreciation for farmers' work Source: Hoy.

Event impact

With five editions completed, the initiative is establishing itself as a bridge between the countryside and the city, promoting hands-on learning Source: Diario Libre. The massive attendance also turned the event into a family gathering space, where multiple generations shared agricultural experiences Source: Hoy.