Pots and containers can be a simple way to increase our growing space. For many of us in urban spaces, growing perennial plants in pots can provide a source of fresh culinary essentials in small outdoor spaces. They add beauty and life to the spaces we spend our time. We’ll discuss plant selections, soil mixes,
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Learn about food fermentation and preservation methods, how to make kimchi at home, and the cultural significance of fermentation. This beginner-level workshop will be held at our annual Harvest Fest down at Sankofa Community Farm. Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!
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Learn the difference between seed saving and seed keeping. The story is in the seed! This beginner-level workshop is led by Chris Bolden-Newsome and Owen Taylor from Truelove Seeds. Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!
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An introduction to using raw herbs in foods, as well as other methods of introducing highly nutritious foods/herbs grown into everyday cooking. Let’s get comfortable exploring what you grow and expanding what you eat! Led by Tish Golafaie (beginner-intermediate) Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture
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Time to get planting! Come on down to Sankofa Community Farm and learn the basics of planting your fall garden in this free, beginner-level workshop. We will also cover fall maintenance including best practices in natural agriculture and pest management. Led by Ty Holmberg. Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG
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You will be taken through the step-by-step process of processing elderberries, to create an elderberry syrup and/or tincture. By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of AfroDiasporic Herbalism practices, skills in harvesting and processing elderberries, and a delicious elderberry preparation to enjoy at home. Located at Mill Creek Farms (4901
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Philadelphia has a rich history of community-led agriculture. Let’s learn together about the tradition of land-based movements in our city. Located at Neighborhood Food Farm (608 N 53rd St). Led by Alexis Wiley (intermediate) Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!
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