Sowing and reaping in Brooklyn

I first read about Manny Howard, the Brooklyn man who grew a farm in his backyard as his sole source of sustenance, in last week's New York Magazine cover story. But with the likes of Reuters covering his harrowing and only somewhat rewarding endeavor, it looks like the appeal of the story is universal. Make sure you have plenty of time, then read the story here: My Empire of Dirt [NYMag.com]