Urban Agriculture: Resiliency Rooted in Innovation- Starting A Garden

This year’s October Urban Agriculture Month will shine a spotlight on the significant role urban agriculture plays in the regional and local food system. Several urban agriculture, food security and garden groups in northern Virginia have come together to offer a series of virtual events that highlights the local urban agriculture response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The theme of the month is Urban Agriculture: Resiliency Rooted in Innovation. This virtual event is about starting a garden. Starting a Garden? It’s Mostly about the Soil. Soil testing, aeration, and organic matter content. In-Ground, Raised Beds, or Containers? Access to water, equipment storage, and workspace. Lasagna gardening and burying compostables. The event is free and from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. To register and for more information please click here.