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5 CSAs That Think Outside the Box

Urban Farming
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CSAs aren’t just for vegetables anymore! Farms across the country are using creative license to get you the fresh products you want to buy.

Grow Potatoes in Lazy Beds

Urban Farming
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Take the difficulty out of potato growing by using this method that will maximize your limited time and space.

Prevent a Chemical Calamity in Your Garden

Urban Farming
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Accidental chemical contamination of your garden can really ruin your day. Keep your garden safe from your neighbors’ lawn-care habits with these tips.

5 Urban-Farming Projects That Need Your Support

Urban Farming
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These nonprofits provide urban farmers like you the support they need to start growing in the city—and they could use your help.

The Urban Coop Shopping Guide

Poultry | Urban Farming |
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When you own the tools and materials and have the know-how, building your own custom chicken coop can be one of the most rewarding aspects of keeping chickens.

Let’s Get Vertical!

Urban Farming
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These vertical gardening ideas from real urban farmers can help you save space and grow a healthier garden this year.

4 Tips to Farm In the City When Land’s Too Pricey

Urban Farming
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So you can’t afford your farm dream quite yet. Don’t despair—there’s a lot of growing to do right where you are.

5 Herbs Perfect For Container Gardening

Crops & Gardening | Urban Farming |
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Short on space but want to grow your own kitchen staples? These herbs are the best place to start.

Compost Tea: Quench Your Garden’s Thirst

Crops & Gardening | Urban Farming |
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You already compost—you do compost, don’t you?—use compost in your garden and container plants, and understand all of the soil-building benefits that compost provides. Now it’s time to familiarize yourself with compost tea, an easy-to-make brew using black gold. It’s too easy, in fact, to not  take full advantage of it. This is the key […]

Recipe: Thai-Style Stuffed Radishes

Recipes | Urban Farming |
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Showcase the best of your garden, while incorporating the exciting flavors of Southeast Asian cooking with these stuffed radishes.

DIY Bitters: 5 Simple Steps to Your Own Bitter Blend

Urban Farming
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Whether you’re looking for digestive support or fun cocktail additives, put your creativity to the test by making your own bitters.

11 Reasons to Keep Backyard Chickens

Animals | Poultry | Urban Farming |
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Need a good reason to move beyond mere consideration and build the backyard coop? Here are reasons that will motivate you.

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