There have been many recent wonderful programs and initiatives to change the way they eat. But often, those who are from the underrepresented communities – minorities and the poor – do not have a voice in these arenas. Yet these are the very communities that have limited access, availability or awareness of the industrial food [...]
If you recall several months ago (when I was still learning how a blog works, so forgive the sad little photos), I volunteered at the Hogan’s Magnolia View Farm for the Eastern Triangle Farm Tour. Several weeks ago, I did it again.
This time I volunteered at SEEDS in Durham, NC, a wonderful non-profit that focuses [...]
Grown by the young men and women of SEEDS, a non-profit organization focused on developing youth leadership and urban gardens.
Recently, I thought it might be a good idea to embark on some kind of gardening project to begin teaching our children about our ecosystem, farming and the importance of knowing where our food comes from. My husband and I have no experience growing anything. Wait a minute! Wait! My husband and I did manage [...]
