There is something strange that happens to us when we walk around in the garden work. Whether it’s a weekend garden warrior or an after-work gardener, we know intellectually that you can’t rush a good garden. But there seems to be an overriding urge among all gardeners who just wantRead More →
For low-income Californians who can’t afford fresh, healthy fruits and vegetables, the suggestion to just grow their own is well-meaning, but overly simplistic, advice. UC Cooperative Extension in Riverside County brings together students, agencies, nutrition educators and gardening experts to work alongside families to grow produce in garden plots atRead More →
By Ian Hunter and Craig Chapman The benefits of community gardens are endless: reduction of greenhouse gases, local economic benefits, increased property values, opportunity to teach people new job skills, bringing fresh food to areas otherwise considered food deserts, and especially how delicious fresh fruits and vegetables taste and howRead More →