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Posts Tagged ‘Growing & Raising Food’
Growing Food in Kenya Amid Climate Change (video)
July 23, 2010 Growing food in a region facing climate change has many daily challenges for its residents. In parts of eastern Africa this is compounded by deforestation, which has led to water run-off and erosion. The soils health has greatly diminished which has led to crop failure for many. Through a program overseen by [...]
Lansing’s First Urban Farm
July 22, 2010 Urbandale – considered a food desert – on the east side of Lansing, MI. is creating and growing its first urban farm. The project was started by 2 MSU professors. With the help of residents and nearby community, it is taking shape and growing. Go to original post.
Tons of Tasty Tomatoes (video)
Tons of tomatoes, and over 70 different varieties are represented at this tomato fest. These farm fresh tomatoes have character, beauty, and yes, even charm. It was back in May. Or maybe it was June. I passed by a group of folks selling plants for a community fundraiser. It was a good cause and I [...]
Planting Beets (video)
Beets are easy to grow. There are just a few key things you need to know to ensure success
Potting Up Tomato Seedlings (video)
For healthy tomato plants started from seed, it’s a good idea to pot them up after two sets of true leaves are established.
Growing a City Hall Garden (video)
In Portland, Oregon, a small gathering celebrates the one year anniversary of the food garden just outside city hall.
Organizing Seeds (video)
Packets of seeds can quickly add up. Learn an easy way to organize them in this short video.
Kickstart Hyperlocavore: a Free Yard Sharing Community
March 23, 2010 Do you have a yard that would be perfect for growing food, but have 1. no interest 2. too much for you to handle 3. don’t know where to start? Well, it’s time to connect up over at Hyperlocavore – an online site to bring people together who yardshare in order to [...]