#urbanfarming — Public Fediverse posts

VegPlotter tip: As you add plants to your #vegetablegarden or #allotment plan, check out the Companion plants list in the right menu. It tells you what grows well with what you added. #urbanfarming #homesteading #growyourownfood #allotmentlife #vegetablegardening

Hello Mastodon!

A quick #Introduction post from me. I'm a freshly-graduated Pākehā public historian researching Te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi in #Aotearoa #NewZealand.

I'm deeply interested in systemic change based in kindness, community, inclusion, liberation, and solidarity. I'm particularly keen to connect with other folks similarly involved in #RegenerativeFoodSystems #FoodSovereignty #UrbanFarming #OrganicAgriculture #CommunityDisasterPreparedness #QueerLiberation #IntersectionalFeminism and leftist organising.

I'm an avid reader and amateur artist who believes deeply in the value of human endeavour, critical thought, creativity, and absurdist humour. As a result, I'm an #AntiAI absolutist.

Excited to meet other like-minded folks and learn from your collective wisdom!

Hello Mastodon!

A quick #Introduction post from me. I'm a freshly-graduated Pākehā public historian researching Te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi in #Aotearoa #NewZealand.

I'm deeply interested in systemic change based in kindness, community, inclusion, liberation, and solidarity. I'm particularly keen to connect with other folks similarly involved in #RegenerativeFoodSystems #FoodSovereignty #UrbanFarming #OrganicAgriculture #CommunityDisasterPreparedness #QueerLiberation #IntersectionalFeminism and leftist organising.

I'm an avid reader and amateur artist who believes deeply in the value of human endeavour, critical thought, creativity, and absurdist humour. As a result, I'm an #AntiAI absolutist.

Excited to meet other like-minded folks and learn from your collective wisdom!

Hello Mastodon!

A quick #Introduction post from me. I'm a freshly-graduated Pākehā public historian researching Te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi in #Aotearoa #NewZealand.

I'm deeply interested in systemic change based in kindness, community, inclusion, liberation, and solidarity. I'm particularly keen to connect with other folks similarly involved in #RegenerativeFoodSystems #FoodSovereignty #UrbanFarming #OrganicAgriculture #CommunityDisasterPreparedness #QueerLiberation #IntersectionalFeminism and leftist organising.

I'm an avid reader and amateur artist who believes deeply in the value of human endeavour, critical thought, creativity, and absurdist humour. As a result, I'm an #AntiAI absolutist.

Excited to meet other like-minded folks and learn from your collective wisdom!

Hello Mastodon!

A quick #Introduction post from me. I'm a freshly-graduated Pākehā public historian researching Te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi in #Aotearoa #NewZealand.

I'm deeply interested in systemic change based in kindness, community, inclusion, liberation, and solidarity. I'm particularly keen to connect with other folks similarly involved in #RegenerativeFoodSystems #FoodSovereignty #UrbanFarming #OrganicAgriculture #CommunityDisasterPreparedness #QueerLiberation #IntersectionalFeminism and leftist organising.

I'm an avid reader and amateur artist who believes deeply in the value of human endeavour, critical thought, creativity, and absurdist humour. As a result, I'm an #AntiAI absolutist.

Excited to meet other like-minded folks and learn from your collective wisdom!

Hello Mastodon!

A quick #Introduction post from me. I'm a freshly-graduated Pākehā public historian researching Te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi in #Aotearoa #NewZealand.

I'm deeply interested in systemic change based in kindness, community, inclusion, liberation, and solidarity. I'm particularly keen to connect with other folks similarly involved in #RegenerativeFoodSystems #FoodSovereignty #UrbanFarming #OrganicAgriculture #CommunityDisasterPreparedness #QueerLiberation #IntersectionalFeminism and leftist organising.

I'm an avid reader and amateur artist who believes deeply in the value of human endeavour, critical thought, creativity, and absurdist humour. As a result, I'm an #AntiAI absolutist.

Excited to meet other like-minded folks and learn from your collective wisdom!

What can I do in response to the #FuelSupply Crisis in #Aotearoa / #NewZealand?

When the Trucks Stop - A community #MutualAid guide for fuel-constrained New Zealand - open for your input!

Mar 19, 2026

"At the time of writing, New Zealand has roughly 20 to 27 days of physical onshore fuel stocks. We import 100% of our refined fuel. The Strait of Hormuz crisis has already triggered Force Majeure declarations from Gulf and Asian suppliers, and the late March escalation has destroyed refining infrastructure that will take years to rebuild, if it is rebuilt at all.

Government will do what government does: triage. Hospitals, police, essential freight corridors. That is appropriate. But it means communities are largely on their own for everything else - food distribution, transport, heating, health access, economic survival. Civil Defence is built for earthquakes and floods, not for a slow-onset nationwide supply chain collapse with no clear end date.

So we wrote a guide.

When the Trucks Stop: Mutual Aid Arrangements for a Fuel-Constrained New Zealand is a practical briefing covering ten areas where communities can organise now to meet basic needs if fuel imports fall to zero or near-zero for weeks or months. It covers food production and distribution, water, energy, transport, health, economic alternatives like #timebanking and local currencies, communication, governance, and the specific needs of vulnerable populations.

It is not theory. It draws on real precedents - #Cuba’s #SpecialPeriod, the #LytteltonTimeBank after the #ChristchurchEarthquake, #PuertoRico’s community #microgrids after #HurricaneMaria, #Ukraine’s rapid #UrbanFarming response. These are places where people faced severe fuel or supply disruption and found ways through it. Not comfortably. Not without suffering. But they made it work, and the common thread in every case was community-level organisation that was already in place, or was built fast, before the worst hit.

The document plans for the worst case whilst hoping for a better outcome. The arrangements it describes cost almost nothing to establish and strengthen communities regardless of whether severe disruption eventuates. If it does, they could prove decisive.

This is a living document and we want your input. The Google Doc version is open for comments. If you know of resources, models, organisations, or practical experience that should be included, please add a comment or get in touch. We will edit contributions into the guide as they come in. This is a community document for community use. It is published under a Creative Commons CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 licence - share it, adapt it, translate it, print it out and pin it to the noticeboard at your local dairy.

What you can do this week:

- Read the guide
- Share it with your community group, church, marae, sports club, school community, or neighbourhood
- Call a meeting - even five people is enough
- Contact a local farmer and ask if they’d supply your community directly in a crisis
- Set up a communication channel - a group chat, a phone tree, a physical noticeboard
- Comment on the doc with resources, corrections, or experience we should include

The time for preparation is before you need it. That time is now."

https://wiseresponse.substack.com/p/what-can-i-do-in-response-to-the

#SolarPunkSunday #CrisisResponse #ClimateCrisis #EmergencyPreparedness #Resiliency #BuildingCommunity #FoodSecurity #FuelCrisis #Polycrisis

Urban Edible Gardening 101: How to Grow Food in Small Spaces (Balcony, Patio, Apartment)

Your Backyard Farmer
Sep 22, 2024

"Did you know that 55% of the world’s population now lives in urban areas, making urban edible gardening more pertinent than ever? If you’ve got a small balcony, patio, or windowsill, you can join this growing movement and start producing fresh, chemical-free food. With techniques like container and vertical gardening, you can maximize every square inch of your limited space. Imagine harvesting your herbs, leafy greens, and cherry tomatoes from your apartment. Therefore, how do you begin transforming your urban space into a thriving garden? Let’s investigate the fundamentals.

Our Quick Highlights

- Use #ContainerGardening and #VerticalGardening to maximize space on balconies and patios.
- Select compact, fast-growing plants suitable for small spaces, like herbs, leafy greens, and cherry tomatoes.
- Ensure 6-8 hours of sunlight exposure and proper drainage for optimal plant health.
- Incorporate organic gardening practices and companion planting to enhance productivity and sustainability.
- Utilize self-watering systems and moisture monitoring to maintain consistent soil moisture."

Learn more:
https://yourbackyardfarmer.com/urban-edible-gardening/

#SolarPunkSunday #UrbanFarming #UrbanGardens #CityAgriculture #GreenerCities #GrowYourOwn
#GrowYourOwnFood #BalconyGardens
#RooftopGardens #ContainerGardening #UrbanFarms #SelfSufficiency #GrowLocal

Urban Edible Gardening 101: How to Grow Food in Small Spaces (Balcony, Patio, Apartment)

Your Backyard Farmer
Sep 22, 2024

"Did you know that 55% of the world’s population now lives in urban areas, making urban edible gardening more pertinent than ever? If you’ve got a small balcony, patio, or windowsill, you can join this growing movement and start producing fresh, chemical-free food. With techniques like container and vertical gardening, you can maximize every square inch of your limited space. Imagine harvesting your herbs, leafy greens, and cherry tomatoes from your apartment. Therefore, how do you begin transforming your urban space into a thriving garden? Let’s investigate the fundamentals.

Our Quick Highlights

- Use #ContainerGardening and #VerticalGardening to maximize space on balconies and patios.
- Select compact, fast-growing plants suitable for small spaces, like herbs, leafy greens, and cherry tomatoes.
- Ensure 6-8 hours of sunlight exposure and proper drainage for optimal plant health.
- Incorporate organic gardening practices and companion planting to enhance productivity and sustainability.
- Utilize self-watering systems and moisture monitoring to maintain consistent soil moisture."

Learn more:
https://yourbackyardfarmer.com/urban-edible-gardening/

#SolarPunkSunday #UrbanFarming #UrbanGardens #CityAgriculture #GreenerCities #GrowYourOwn
#GrowYourOwnFood #BalconyGardens
#RooftopGardens #ContainerGardening #UrbanFarms #SelfSufficiency #GrowLocal

Urban Edible Gardening 101: How to Grow Food in Small Spaces (Balcony, Patio, Apartment)

Your Backyard Farmer
Sep 22, 2024

"Did you know that 55% of the world’s population now lives in urban areas, making urban edible gardening more pertinent than ever? If you’ve got a small balcony, patio, or windowsill, you can join this growing movement and start producing fresh, chemical-free food. With techniques like container and vertical gardening, you can maximize every square inch of your limited space. Imagine harvesting your herbs, leafy greens, and cherry tomatoes from your apartment. Therefore, how do you begin transforming your urban space into a thriving garden? Let’s investigate the fundamentals.

Our Quick Highlights

- Use #ContainerGardening and #VerticalGardening to maximize space on balconies and patios.
- Select compact, fast-growing plants suitable for small spaces, like herbs, leafy greens, and cherry tomatoes.
- Ensure 6-8 hours of sunlight exposure and proper drainage for optimal plant health.
- Incorporate organic gardening practices and companion planting to enhance productivity and sustainability.
- Utilize self-watering systems and moisture monitoring to maintain consistent soil moisture."

Learn more:
https://yourbackyardfarmer.com/urban-edible-gardening/

#SolarPunkSunday #UrbanFarming #UrbanGardens #CityAgriculture #GreenerCities #GrowYourOwn
#GrowYourOwnFood #BalconyGardens
#RooftopGardens #ContainerGardening #UrbanFarms #SelfSufficiency #GrowLocal

Urban Edible Gardening 101: How to Grow Food in Small Spaces (Balcony, Patio, Apartment)

Your Backyard Farmer
Sep 22, 2024

"Did you know that 55% of the world’s population now lives in urban areas, making urban edible gardening more pertinent than ever? If you’ve got a small balcony, patio, or windowsill, you can join this growing movement and start producing fresh, chemical-free food. With techniques like container and vertical gardening, you can maximize every square inch of your limited space. Imagine harvesting your herbs, leafy greens, and cherry tomatoes from your apartment. Therefore, how do you begin transforming your urban space into a thriving garden? Let’s investigate the fundamentals.

Our Quick Highlights

- Use #ContainerGardening and #VerticalGardening to maximize space on balconies and patios.
- Select compact, fast-growing plants suitable for small spaces, like herbs, leafy greens, and cherry tomatoes.
- Ensure 6-8 hours of sunlight exposure and proper drainage for optimal plant health.
- Incorporate organic gardening practices and companion planting to enhance productivity and sustainability.
- Utilize self-watering systems and moisture monitoring to maintain consistent soil moisture."

Learn more:
https://yourbackyardfarmer.com/urban-edible-gardening/

#SolarPunkSunday #UrbanFarming #UrbanGardens #CityAgriculture #GreenerCities #GrowYourOwn
#GrowYourOwnFood #BalconyGardens
#RooftopGardens #ContainerGardening #UrbanFarms #SelfSufficiency #GrowLocal

Urban Edible Gardening 101: How to Grow Food in Small Spaces (Balcony, Patio, Apartment)

Your Backyard Farmer
Sep 22, 2024

"Did you know that 55% of the world’s population now lives in urban areas, making urban edible gardening more pertinent than ever? If you’ve got a small balcony, patio, or windowsill, you can join this growing movement and start producing fresh, chemical-free food. With techniques like container and vertical gardening, you can maximize every square inch of your limited space. Imagine harvesting your herbs, leafy greens, and cherry tomatoes from your apartment. Therefore, how do you begin transforming your urban space into a thriving garden? Let’s investigate the fundamentals.

Our Quick Highlights

- Use #ContainerGardening and #VerticalGardening to maximize space on balconies and patios.
- Select compact, fast-growing plants suitable for small spaces, like herbs, leafy greens, and cherry tomatoes.
- Ensure 6-8 hours of sunlight exposure and proper drainage for optimal plant health.
- Incorporate organic gardening practices and companion planting to enhance productivity and sustainability.
- Utilize self-watering systems and moisture monitoring to maintain consistent soil moisture."

Learn more:
https://yourbackyardfarmer.com/urban-edible-gardening/

#SolarPunkSunday #UrbanFarming #UrbanGardens #CityAgriculture #GreenerCities #GrowYourOwn
#GrowYourOwnFood #BalconyGardens
#RooftopGardens #ContainerGardening #UrbanFarms #SelfSufficiency #GrowLocal

#UrbanFarming: The Ultimate Guide to #Sustainable #CityAgriculture

January 23, 2024

"Urban farming is an exciting movement transforming cityscapes into productive green spaces, fundamentally changing how urban dwellers interact with their food and environment. This guide is your journey into the world of urban agriculture, where the concrete jungle meets the nourishing practice of cultivation. Right across our cities – on balconies, rooftops, in community plots, and even indoors – people are rediscovering the satisfaction of growing their own food.

"This isn’t just a fleeting trend; it’s a meaningful shift towards more sustainable and self-reliant urban living. Whether you have a sprawling backyard (a rarity in most cities!) or just a sunny windowsill, this guide provides the horticultural know-how you need. We’ll cover the basics, explore different techniques suitable for city growing, suggest crops that thrive in urban settings, and delve into the many rewarding benefits – from harvesting your own fresh, nutritious produce to lessening our collective reliance on long-distance food transport.

"We’ll explore practical, innovative ways to make the most of limited space, turning overlooked corners into thriving mini-farms. Are you a seasoned gardener looking to adapt your skills to an urban context? Or perhaps a complete beginner, curious about sticking a seed in some soil? Wherever you are on your gardening journey, this guide aims to inspire and empower you. Urban farming is more than growing plants; it’s about cultivating a greener lifestyle and contributing to a more resilient future for our cities. Let’s dig in!"

Read more:
https://seedy.farm/urban-agriculture/urban-farming-ultimate-guide

#SolarPunkSunday #SolarPunk #GreenerCities #UrbanGardens #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood #BalconyGardens #RooftopGardens #ContainerGardening #CommunityGardens #MiniFarms #UrbanFarms #SelfSufficiency #GrowLocal

#UrbanFarming: The Ultimate Guide to #Sustainable #CityAgriculture

January 23, 2024

"Urban farming is an exciting movement transforming cityscapes into productive green spaces, fundamentally changing how urban dwellers interact with their food and environment. This guide is your journey into the world of urban agriculture, where the concrete jungle meets the nourishing practice of cultivation. Right across our cities – on balconies, rooftops, in community plots, and even indoors – people are rediscovering the satisfaction of growing their own food.

"This isn’t just a fleeting trend; it’s a meaningful shift towards more sustainable and self-reliant urban living. Whether you have a sprawling backyard (a rarity in most cities!) or just a sunny windowsill, this guide provides the horticultural know-how you need. We’ll cover the basics, explore different techniques suitable for city growing, suggest crops that thrive in urban settings, and delve into the many rewarding benefits – from harvesting your own fresh, nutritious produce to lessening our collective reliance on long-distance food transport.

"We’ll explore practical, innovative ways to make the most of limited space, turning overlooked corners into thriving mini-farms. Are you a seasoned gardener looking to adapt your skills to an urban context? Or perhaps a complete beginner, curious about sticking a seed in some soil? Wherever you are on your gardening journey, this guide aims to inspire and empower you. Urban farming is more than growing plants; it’s about cultivating a greener lifestyle and contributing to a more resilient future for our cities. Let’s dig in!"

Read more:
https://seedy.farm/urban-agriculture/urban-farming-ultimate-guide

#SolarPunkSunday #SolarPunk #GreenerCities #UrbanGardens #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood #BalconyGardens #RooftopGardens #ContainerGardening #CommunityGardens #MiniFarms #UrbanFarms #SelfSufficiency #GrowLocal

#UrbanFarming: The Ultimate Guide to #Sustainable #CityAgriculture

January 23, 2024

"Urban farming is an exciting movement transforming cityscapes into productive green spaces, fundamentally changing how urban dwellers interact with their food and environment. This guide is your journey into the world of urban agriculture, where the concrete jungle meets the nourishing practice of cultivation. Right across our cities – on balconies, rooftops, in community plots, and even indoors – people are rediscovering the satisfaction of growing their own food.

"This isn’t just a fleeting trend; it’s a meaningful shift towards more sustainable and self-reliant urban living. Whether you have a sprawling backyard (a rarity in most cities!) or just a sunny windowsill, this guide provides the horticultural know-how you need. We’ll cover the basics, explore different techniques suitable for city growing, suggest crops that thrive in urban settings, and delve into the many rewarding benefits – from harvesting your own fresh, nutritious produce to lessening our collective reliance on long-distance food transport.

"We’ll explore practical, innovative ways to make the most of limited space, turning overlooked corners into thriving mini-farms. Are you a seasoned gardener looking to adapt your skills to an urban context? Or perhaps a complete beginner, curious about sticking a seed in some soil? Wherever you are on your gardening journey, this guide aims to inspire and empower you. Urban farming is more than growing plants; it’s about cultivating a greener lifestyle and contributing to a more resilient future for our cities. Let’s dig in!"

Read more:
https://seedy.farm/urban-agriculture/urban-farming-ultimate-guide

#SolarPunkSunday #SolarPunk #GreenerCities #UrbanGardens #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood #BalconyGardens #RooftopGardens #ContainerGardening #CommunityGardens #MiniFarms #UrbanFarms #SelfSufficiency #GrowLocal

#UrbanFarming: The Ultimate Guide to #Sustainable #CityAgriculture

January 23, 2024

"Urban farming is an exciting movement transforming cityscapes into productive green spaces, fundamentally changing how urban dwellers interact with their food and environment. This guide is your journey into the world of urban agriculture, where the concrete jungle meets the nourishing practice of cultivation. Right across our cities – on balconies, rooftops, in community plots, and even indoors – people are rediscovering the satisfaction of growing their own food.

"This isn’t just a fleeting trend; it’s a meaningful shift towards more sustainable and self-reliant urban living. Whether you have a sprawling backyard (a rarity in most cities!) or just a sunny windowsill, this guide provides the horticultural know-how you need. We’ll cover the basics, explore different techniques suitable for city growing, suggest crops that thrive in urban settings, and delve into the many rewarding benefits – from harvesting your own fresh, nutritious produce to lessening our collective reliance on long-distance food transport.

"We’ll explore practical, innovative ways to make the most of limited space, turning overlooked corners into thriving mini-farms. Are you a seasoned gardener looking to adapt your skills to an urban context? Or perhaps a complete beginner, curious about sticking a seed in some soil? Wherever you are on your gardening journey, this guide aims to inspire and empower you. Urban farming is more than growing plants; it’s about cultivating a greener lifestyle and contributing to a more resilient future for our cities. Let’s dig in!"

Read more:
https://seedy.farm/urban-agriculture/urban-farming-ultimate-guide

#SolarPunkSunday #SolarPunk #GreenerCities #UrbanGardens #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood #BalconyGardens #RooftopGardens #ContainerGardening #CommunityGardens #MiniFarms #UrbanFarms #SelfSufficiency #GrowLocal

#UrbanFarming: The Ultimate Guide to #Sustainable #CityAgriculture

January 23, 2024

"Urban farming is an exciting movement transforming cityscapes into productive green spaces, fundamentally changing how urban dwellers interact with their food and environment. This guide is your journey into the world of urban agriculture, where the concrete jungle meets the nourishing practice of cultivation. Right across our cities – on balconies, rooftops, in community plots, and even indoors – people are rediscovering the satisfaction of growing their own food.

"This isn’t just a fleeting trend; it’s a meaningful shift towards more sustainable and self-reliant urban living. Whether you have a sprawling backyard (a rarity in most cities!) or just a sunny windowsill, this guide provides the horticultural know-how you need. We’ll cover the basics, explore different techniques suitable for city growing, suggest crops that thrive in urban settings, and delve into the many rewarding benefits – from harvesting your own fresh, nutritious produce to lessening our collective reliance on long-distance food transport.

"We’ll explore practical, innovative ways to make the most of limited space, turning overlooked corners into thriving mini-farms. Are you a seasoned gardener looking to adapt your skills to an urban context? Or perhaps a complete beginner, curious about sticking a seed in some soil? Wherever you are on your gardening journey, this guide aims to inspire and empower you. Urban farming is more than growing plants; it’s about cultivating a greener lifestyle and contributing to a more resilient future for our cities. Let’s dig in!"

Read more:
https://seedy.farm/urban-agriculture/urban-farming-ultimate-guide

#SolarPunkSunday #SolarPunk #GreenerCities #UrbanGardens #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood #BalconyGardens #RooftopGardens #ContainerGardening #CommunityGardens #MiniFarms #UrbanFarms #SelfSufficiency #GrowLocal

California Gardening: Grow HUGE Strawberries Easily with GreenStalk Planter! 🍓🚀 https://www.allforgardening.com/1695350/california-gardening-grow-huge-strawberries-easily-with-greenstalk-planter-%f0%9f%8d%93%f0%9f%9a%80/ #BackyardHarvest #CaliforniaGardening #CleanStrawberries #GardenPests #gardening #GardeningForBeginners #GreenstalkLeafPlanter #GreenstalkPlanter #GrowStrawberries #GrowingFruit #Home&Garden #OrganicGardening #SlugPrevention #strawberries #StrawberryHarvest #UrbanFarming #VerticalGardening #VLog

Vertical farming doesn't have to require lots of plastic. Make them of wood and think inside the box.

Microfarms in LA.

(sorry for the NYT link.)
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/05/climate/microfarms-cropswapla-food-deserts.html
#permaculture #UrbanPermaculture #UrbanFarming #microfarming

'Encouraging creative theft'.
Would this work in USAnian cities? Certainly in some neighborhoods.
Photo text excerpt from #BillMollison's autobiography, Travels In Dreams.
#UrbanPermaculture #fruit #UrbanFarming #Rewilding #GuerillaHorticulture

22 days into the process. I think that now some of you will start to recognize what is growing. What do you think? ⁣
#garden #gardening #gardeninglife #growyourownfood #homegarden #homegardener #homegardening #hydroponics #hydroponicsystem #indoorfarming #indoorgardening #indoorplants #organic #organicgardening #plantcollection #plantlife #plantlover #plants #plantsmakepeoplehappy #selfwatering #urbanfarming #vegetablegarden #veggie #verowellness @gardening @verowellness