Veggielution – Urban Farm in Underserved Communities in East San Jose

The Problem

Veggielution, a vibrant 6-acre nonprofit urban farm rooted in community engagement and education, was struggling with limited internet connectivity.

With a growing team, ongoing educational programs, weekly farm stand operations, and community events spread across a large, open welcome area (roughly the size of a football field), their outdated 50 Mbps service couldn’t keep up.

Staff were confined to small office spaces due to poor WiFi coverage, outdoor programming integrating technology was limited, and operations like point-of-sale at the farm stand were unreliable.

 

The Solution

Etheric Networks partnered with Veggielution to deliver a powerful, future-ready connectivity upgrade:

• Tarana Fixed Wireless Broadband: Delivered a fast, stable internet connection to the heart of the farm.
• Full-Property Mesh WiFi Coverage: Seamlessly blanketed the entire site, from garden to dome to retail stand.

The Result

Full Coverage, Full Potential

Staff now work freely across the property—no longer tethered to only their office spaces. Outdoor areas, once digital dead zones, are now vibrant, connected hubs of productivity.

Garden Programs Reimagined

Thanks to the improved outdoor WiFi connection, weekly STEAM programs, youth internships, and school field trips can now seamlessly integrate technology into outdoor learning, enhancing engagement, expanding educational opportunities, and deepening the impact of every lesson.

The Biodome – a central shaded, gathering space – has transformed into a vibrant hub for collaboration; it’s a beautiful and inspiring place to meet, work, and recharge.

Retail Operations Empowered

The farm stand is now fully connected and running smoothly every Saturday. Point-of-sale systems operate without interruption, improving customer experience and supporting local produce sales.

Community & Team Impact

With 15 employees and a mission to connect people from diverse backgrounds through food and farming to build community in East San Jose, the upgrade has boosted both morale and efficiency. Staff feel empowered, and the farm’s ability to host events and outreach programs has expanded significantly.

Conclusion

Thanks to Etheric’s implementation of Tarana wireless and a strategic mesh WiFi rollout, Veggielution now operates with flexibility, reliability, and reach. This upgrade didn’t just improve the internet—it transformed how a community-centered farm connects, works, and grows.

To learn more about Veggielution and their impact, visit their website at veggielution.org and follow them on Instagram and Facebook @veggielution