Occupy the Farm

Occupy the Farm was a protest movement in 2012 where activists occupied a vacant university-owned farm in California. They aimed to draw attention to issues like urban land use, sustainable agriculture, and education funding. The protesters wanted to preserve the land for community and ecological benefits rather than commercial or development purposes. After weeks of occupation, authorities gradually removed the group, and the land was eventually used for development. The movement highlighted debates around land rights, environmental stewardship, and the role of universities in community engagement.