Phase two of the farm’s overall expansion project, made possible by the investment from Hudson River Ventures, will include the addition of three 25,000-square-foot indoor greenhouses, a composting facility and four acres of raised-bed gardens. The complete expansion will include more greenhouses and fish tanks and is expected to cost $5.7 million.

“Our mission is simple: provide fresh, affordable food to local families in a way that preserves the pristine land and water of the Hudson Valley,” said Continental Organics co-founder Mike Finnegan. “The investment from Hudson River Ventures will allow us to expand our offerings and continue to serve as a viable alternative to factory farms, which take a significant toll on the environment.”