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6 Books That Have Inspired My Journey in Urban Agriculture
As an urban farmer, I've read a lot of books about sustainable agriculture, permaculture, and other related topics. These books have not onl
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Mar 20, 20233 min read
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Use and Value Renewable Resources and Services, Permaculture Principle 5 of 12
The fifth principle of permaculture encourages the use of renewable resources and services to reduce our dependence on non-renewable resourc
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Mar 15, 20233 min read
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Timing the Application of Natural Fertilizers Before a Rain to Encourage Deep Roots
If you're looking to improve the health and growth of your plants, fertilizing can be a great way to provide them with the nutrients they ne
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Mar 13, 20233 min read
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Veterans Resources and Services in Orange County, CA
Orange County, CA is home to a large and proud community of veterans, and it's important that we do what we can to support them in their tim
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Mar 9, 20232 min read
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Honoring Our Veterans: Understanding the Complexities of VA Disability Benefits
We also believe in the importance of addressing the stigma associated with seeking help and the need for clear, accessible information about
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Mar 9, 20232 min read
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Seed Scarification and Veteran Healing: Understanding the Process of Breaking Down Barriers
Just like scarification breaks the outer layer of the seed, veterans need to break through their emotional and psychological barriers.
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Mar 8, 20233 min read
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Sustainable Communities through Urban Agriculture and Permaculture: The Role of Municipalities
Municipalities can play an important role in promoting sustainable urban agriculture practices and supporting community-led initiatives....
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Mar 7, 20232 min read
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Apply Self-Regulation and Accept Feedback- Permaculture principle 4 of 12
The fourth principle of permaculture is "Apply Self-Regulation and Accept Feedback". This principle highlights the importance of...
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Mar 7, 20232 min read
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The Power of Seeds
As I prepare to start seeds for my spring garden, I'm reminded of the incredible healing power of gardening, especially for our veterans...
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Mar 7, 20233 min read
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Obtain a Yield- Permaculture Principle 3 of 12
Permaculture principle 3 is "Obtain a yield" and it can be applied in urban areas in several ways. Here are some ideas: Growing food: In...
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Feb 27, 20232 min read
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Horticultural therapy for veterans
Horticultural therapy is a type of therapy that uses gardening and other plant-related activities to improve physical, mental, and...
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Feb 23, 20232 min read
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What is JADAM Natural Farming
JADAM Natural Farming is a farming system that emphasizes the use of locally available and low-cost materials to improve soil health,...
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Feb 20, 20232 min read
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Catch and Store Energy- Permaculture Principle 2 of 12
The second permaculture principle is "Catch and Store Energy." In the context of urban communities, this principle can be interpreted in...
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Feb 20, 20232 min read
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Food Not Lawns
I first read this book about 15 years ago. It was my first introduction to permaculture, edible landscaping, food forests and building...
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Feb 17, 20231 min read
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Observe and Interact- Permaculture design principle 1 of 12
When applying the first permaculture design principle "Observe and interact" to urban agriculture, it is essential to take into account...
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Feb 17, 20232 min read
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Permaculture Ethics Explained
Permaculture ethics are the guiding principles for sustainable design and decision-making in permaculture. They serve as a roadmap for...
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Feb 4, 20232 min read
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Veterans Agritherapy Project- Seeds Planted
This weekend we jumped into our Agritherapy Project. Thank you to Kannabis Works allowing us to connect with veterans and to share the...
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Aug 1, 20221 min read
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What is JMS (JADAM Microorganism Solution)
By cultivating the local microorganisms and applying them to soil or plants, we can ensure a diverse microbiome enhansing the soil food...
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Jul 28, 20222 min read
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What is Agritherapy?
Help Us Grow! At Rusty Top Farms, we're dedicated to supporting our veterans and helping them experience the healing power of gardening....
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Jul 27, 20221 min read
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New agritherapy crates for local veterans!
Super excited to be getting an opportunity to share the therapeutic benefits of agriculture with local veterans this weekend. Ill be...
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Jul 26, 20221 min read
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